BSc(Hons) Sports Therapy (Subject to validation)

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Sports Therapists are highly sought after in the sports, health and leisure sectors, whether working directly with professional athletes or managing injuries in clinical settings. Our specialised Sports Therapy degree blends academic study with practical application, helping develop advanced skills and preparing you for a diverse range of career opportunities after graduation.

There is a strong emphasis on practical experience and a range of activities that encourage an understanding of well-established principles, we have strong local relationships with Exeter City Football Club and Exeter Chiefs Rugby Club where placements are available. As part of the programme, you will run sports massage and sports injury clinics for internal staff and students, you will also provide this for Sports Academy students and support them pitch side during training and fixtures.

Throughout your studies, you’ll have the opportunity to gain additional industry recognised qualifications such as first aid, to further enhance your employability and knowledge. On completion of the Degree, you will be able to join the industry’s professional body, The Society of Sports Therapists.

Why complete this course with us?

Work Placements; Gain invaluable work experience through diverse placement opportunities across arrange of sports up to professional level, Aswell as clinical placements.

Practical Application; Put your new skills into practice on programme in our clinics, gyms and pitch side supporting our Sports Academies, whilst also supporting local running events within the city.

Condensed timetable; The course will be taught over two days, with opportunities on an additional to support our Sports Academies.

Facilities: Students will train in our clinics which they will provide services to our sports academy, staff and members of the public. Our clinics feature ultrasound / shockwave equipment as well as recovery, rehabilitation and clinical testing equipment. Students also have access to two fully equipped gyms to support their clients.

Accreditations; On completion of this course, you will be qualified to join The Society of Sports Therapists as a graduate sports therapist.

All candidates must have:

• 64 UCAS points, from either A Levels or BTEC Level 3 course (or equivalent)
• GCSE English qualification at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent O Level)
• GCSE Maths qualification at Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent O Level)
• GCSE Science at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent), is desirable

Please be aware that Exeter College does not hold a CAS licence, and therefore is unable to consider applications from prospective learners who require a Student Visa. Non-UK nationals can be considered for courses as long as they already hold the Right to Study in the UK for purposes other than education.

Sports Hall (off Queen Street), with access to Learning Resource Centres (LRCs), study areas, cafes and computer suites. Specialist equipment includes Isokinetic Dynamometer, Body Composition Machines, Lipid Analysers, Ultrasound and Rehabilitation equipment.

Year one:

• Enhanced DBS Check £54
• Emergency PitchSide First Aid course (if required – current certificate to be produced if exempt) £50
• Other CPD Courses from £60 per day
• Kit £80

Year two:

• Other CPD Courses from £60 per day

Further details on the additional costs will be provided prior to enrolment.