BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year
Course overview
The BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year at the University of Kent teaches students how to find, treat, and prevent sports injuries in both athletes and everyday people. They will learn about the body structure (anatomy), how the body works (physiology), soft tissue methods, and general clinic skills. The course is approved by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators (BASRaT), which means graduates meet a high professional standard.
Students must complete a minimum of 400 hours of practical work experience (placement) in places like local sports teams and the University's own student-run injury clinic. Their teaching takes place in special, purpose-built facilities, including a Strength and Conditioning Lab and teaching clinics. The first year, called the Foundation Year, helps them get ready for the degree by teaching them the main subjects like biology, chemistry, and scientific methods.
Entry requirements
When applying, 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 Curriculum Vitae (CV) along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- For entry to the Foundation Year, applicants need 80 UCAS points. This can be achieved with an Access to HE Diploma or A-level grades of CDD.
- For the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, a score of 24 points is usually required.
English Proficiency:
- The course requires a Good level of English language. This is equivalent to an IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each part (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
- Alternative qualifications, such as a GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English Language, are also accepted.
Scholarships
Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship
Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.
Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates
Scholarship value - £5,000
Up to £5,000KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).
KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Kingsman Scholarship
Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).
KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship
£1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.
Up to £1,500Music Performance Scholarship
£1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.
Up to £1,000Sanctuary Scholarships
Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the University of Kent BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year can work as:
- Sport Rehabilitator (in clinics or with sports teams)
- Physiotherapist (following further study)
- Injury Prevention Specialist
- Health and Fitness Consultant
- Strength and Conditioning Coach
Cost of study
The annual tuition fee for the BSc Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation with a Foundation Year at the University of Kent is £23,500 per year.
Admission
Candidates can apply for this course either through the UCAS system. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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