BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Course overview
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.
Entry requirements
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.
Career opportunities
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
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation programme at Teesside University, Middlesbrough, is £17,000 for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Admission
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.
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