Edge Hill University

BSc Sports Therapy

Edge Hill University

Course overview

The BSc Sports Therapy at Edge Hill University is a three-year undergraduate course that teaches students how to help people recover from injuries, prevent them from happening, and improve movement. The course also prepares students to work with athletes, teams, and others in health and fitness. The Sports Therapy degree at Edge Hill University gives you the skills to work in injury treatment, fitness, and rehab. You’ll learn how to treat sports injuries, help people move better, and use therapy tools to help with recovery.

Teaching comes through lectures, lab work, group tasks, and practical sessions. You will practice on real people during placements. There are no final exams; instead, you are tested through coursework, reports, hands-on tasks, and written work. You’ll also do presentations and build a portfolio that shows your learning and growth. Students also get to attend events and workshops led by experts, which help them grow even more outside the classroom.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirement:

Applicants typically require 112 UCAS points, which can be achieved through A-Levels, BTEC qualifications, or an equivalent qualification. A background in fitness or health is recommended. 

English Proficiency:

International students must also provide evidence of English language proficiency, such as an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

    A £1,000 tuition fee discount will be automatically applied to international fee-paying students.

    Up to £1,000
  • Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award

    We are delighted to offer the Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award, a scholarship worth £3,000 for international fee-paying students studying an eligible full-time undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degree

    Up to £3,000
  • Sports Scholarship for Applicants

    Gold - up to £1,000; Silver - Up to £500; Bronze - Up to £250 per academic year.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Sports Therapy programme from Edge Hill University can pursue roles such as:

  • Physiotherapist
  • Athletic Trainer
  • Sports Coach
  • Rehabilitation specialist
  • Clinical Sports Therapist

Cost of study

In 2025/26, the annual tuition fee to study BSc Sports Therapy at Edge Hill University is £17,000 per year for international students.

Admission

To apply for the Edge Hill University BSc Sports Therapy programme, international applicants can submit their applications through the university’s online application form. Our trained counsellors are available to guide you.

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