MSc Sports Rehabilitation and Therapy
Course overview
This master's degree is a programme designed to provide excellent training in stopping, checking, diagnosing, and treating sports injuries. It has a strong focus on practical skills and applying what students learn to real-world situations. Students will get 400 hours of placement experience with experts in the field. This course is accredited by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT) and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
Students' work will be graded in different ways, including lab reports, case studies, portfolios, and practical exams. They will also do their own research and assess athletes, creating data for reports and a dissertation. Students’ hands-on skills, including problem-solving, will be assessed to ensure they meet BASRaT standards, which will lead them to getting accredited and finding a job after they graduate.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants are required to have a 2:2 honours degree or an equivalent qualification in a related subject.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no less than 5.5 in each section.
Scholarships
Alumni Scholarship
The University of Bedfordshire values its alumni and is proud to offer a scholarship worth 20% of your first year’s fees.
Up to 20% of feesPostgraduate Global Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Merit Scholarship is worth £3000 off the total international tuition fees for the course.
Up to £3,000Postgraduate Global Subject-Specific Merit Scholarship
Our Postgraduate Global Subject-specific Merit scholarships are worth up to £4000 off international tuition fees for the course.
Vice Chancellor's Scholarship for Postgraduate Students
Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship, which is a reduction of £1,000 off their first year’s fees.
Up to £1,000
Career opportunities
Upon completing this course, graduates are well-equipped to take on different roles in the health and well-being sector. Their skills can be applied to several career paths, such as:
- Injury and Exercise-Based Rehabilitation Specialist
- Fitness Specialist
- Athletic Trainer
- NHS Healthcare Teams
- Sports Medicine Roles in the Armed Services
Cost of study
The tuition fee for this MSc programme is £16,900 per year for international students.
Admission
Applicants can apply directly through the university's online portal. To make the application process easier, we strongly suggest and advise speaking with AHZ's expert counsellors for guidance.
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