BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

The BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation programme at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, teaches students to assess, treat, manage, and prevent various types of musculoskeletal injuries affecting both sports participants and non-athletes. Combined with academic theory, students learn hands-on skills such as sports massage, anatomy, manual diagnostic testing, gym conditioning, and rehabilitation in both on-land and in-pool settings.

The course modules are delivered through lectures, seminars, practical workshops, laboratories, and placements—both internal and external. Assessments include written reports, practical skill tests, real-life casework, and a final-year dissertation. Core topics include clinical anatomy, trauma and orthopaedics, and advanced soft tissue and spinal techniques. This degree is accredited by the British Association of Sports Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT), and students benefit from access to excellent facilities such as a hydrotherapy pool, sports injury clinic, and biomechanics laboratories.

Teesside University, located in Middlesbrough, United Kingdom, is a modern institution renowned for its innovative teaching and strong industry connections. The university’s School of Health & Life Sciences, home to the Faculty of Allied Health, offers advanced facilities including biomechanics labs, sport and exercise physiology suites, and motion analysis equipment. Teesside has been recognised for its commitment to student experience, career-focused learning, and applied research that contributes to real-world challenges. The campus, situated in the heart of Middlesbrough, offers a vibrant, inclusive, and affordable student experience with access to both beautiful countryside and coastal landscapes.

Grade Requirements

• A typical offer requires 88–112 UCAS tariff points from at least two A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, one of which should be in a sport, science, or PE subject.

English Language Requirements

• Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must have an Academic IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent qualification.

The tuition fee for the BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation programme at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, is £17,000 for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Teesside University, Middlesbrough, offers a wide range of scholarships for international students, including:

• Global Excellence Scholarship – worth £2,000 for the first year of study for high-achieving international students, along with the Teesside University Advance.
• Beth Mead Scholarship – valued at £1,200 in total, plus the Performance Sport Scholarship and the Brittan Scholarship worth £10,000.
• Regional and International Awards – including the EU Scholarship, Africa Excellence Scholarship, ASEAN Scholarship, and the Chevening Scholarship.

A BSc in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation from Teesside University prepares students for professional roles within the sports, healthcare, and rehabilitation sectors. Career paths include:

• Sports Therapist
• Rehabilitation Specialist
• Manual Therapy Practitioner
• Strength & Conditioning Coach
• Wellness, Injury Prevention, and Health Promotion Advisor

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to learn more about the process and receive personalised application support.