MSc Sports Therapy
Course overview
The MSc Sports Therapy program is designed for Society of Sports Therapists-accredited graduates seeking career advancement, and combines 200 hours of practical experience with specialist skills and knowledge in strength and conditioning and mental wellbeing in performance sports, aiming to produce confident sports therapists who can develop comprehensive plans for athletes' holistic benefit.
This program develops students into evidence-based practitioners, builds industry connections, and opens up employment opportunities through vocational placement, while also equipping those interested in academia with the research skills needed for further study, such as a PhD.
The program focuses on hands-on learning, where students work with real clients in a professional setting, supported by specialised training. A key part of this is a 200-hour work placement, which is carefully chosen to match students' career goals and covers areas like injury management, nutrition, and sports performance.
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and a detailed research proposal, with an optional CV, to show their suitability for the course.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need at least a second-class undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in sports therapy, accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists.
- Successful applicants are also required to apply for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
English Proficiency:
- International students need at least 6.5 overall in the IELTS Academic test, with no individual component score below 6.0.
- PTE and TOEFL are also accepted.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Sports Therapy programme are trained to become:
- Sports Therapist (Advanced Practice)
- Strength and Conditioning Coach (with sports therapy expertise)
- Clinical Lead in Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Performance Sport Practitioner
- Researcher in Sports Therapy
Cost of study
For the 2025/26 academic year, the tuition fee for the MSc Sports Therapy course is £17,000 for international students.
Admission
Applicants can apply for this course directly through the university's online application portal. For assistance with your application process, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.
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