BSc Sports Therapy

The BSc Sport Therapy at University College Birmingham equips students with the knowledge to prevent, assess, and treat injuries in active individuals. The main goal is to help them recover quickly and perform at their best. This course focuses on practical, hands-on skills, preparing students for a professional career in sports healthcare. Upon completing the degree, they will be fully qualified to join the professional body, The Society of Sports Therapists.

Students will experience a learning approach that combines 15 hours of weekly contact time, including classroom sessions, practical labs, tutorials, and field trips, with their own independent study. Assessment is heavily focused on students demonstrating their skills, with practical exams (44%) and coursework (40%) making up the majority of their grade, and only a small portion from written tests (16%). Students will also gain real-world experience in the university's on-campus sports injury clinics and have chances to earn extra professional qualifications like Sports Massage and First Aid, immediately boosting their career prospects.

University College Birmingham (UCB) is a well-respected university. In 2023, it was named the highest-ranking university in the region by student choice. The university has invested £44 million in excellent, modern facilities, including its professional sports clinics and Human Performance Centre. The university offers a range of courses at the Bachelor's and Master's levels in subjects like Sport, Health, Hospitality, Business, and Aviation.

Candidates are required to highlight their interest and suitability for a career in sports healthcare. A successful application often benefits from a relevant academic or employer reference. It is helpful to upload a Curriculum Vitae (CV) to show any work experience related to the sports or health sectors. All applicants must complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the university coordinates and pays for.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants need A-level grades of around CCC, or a BTEC Extended Diploma grade profile of MMM.
• Alternatively, the university accepts a minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points from other Level 3 qualifications, such as an Access to Higher Education Diploma.

English Requirements

• Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate their proficiency for entry to the programme.
• This is achieved by gaining an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with no less than 5.5 in each section, or by submitting equivalent test scores from an approved SELT (Secure English Language Test) provider.
• A T-level graded Pass with a core component profile less than C.

For international students, the tuition fee for the BSc Sports Therapy course is £16,000 per academic year.

University College Birmingham (UCB) offers multiple scholarships for international students on the BSc Sport Therapy course. For those with high athletic ability, the Sporting Excellence Scholarship offers up to £3,000 over three years, along with a performance programme that includes strength and conditioning, nutrition, and a complimentary gym membership.

Academically gifted and committed students can apply for the prestigious Vice Chancellor's Award and the Dean's Award, both of which recognise academic excellence and leadership with a significant financial contribution towards tuition fees. For an immediate financial benefit, the Early Action Scholarship is an automatic tuition fee discount available to all new international students who pay their tuition deposit by a specified early deadline.

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy course are prepared for numerous professional roles within the sport, health, and leisure industries. The five major career options include:

• Sports Therapist
• Sports Physiotherapist (Requires further postgraduate study)
• Occupational Therapist
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Personal Trainer

Applications for the full-time BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy programme are primarily processed through the UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) system. For more information, speak to one of AHZ's trained counsellors for help with the process.