Course summary
Our MSc Sports Therapy is a conversion course, specifically designed to develop the skills of sports scientists and other relevant degree holders, into industry ready practitioners with an accreditation to the Society of Sports Therapists Graduate as a qualified sports therapist using our dedicated sports therapy clinic, working with the general population and athletes with support from industry experienced staff. You’ll undertake a minimum of 200 placement hours during the course, providing you with the skills and experience that employers are looking for. You’ll benefit from contextualised teaching and learning of theory underpinning practice alongside practical and professional skills, developing you as evidence informed practitioner.
Modules
Our modules are developed regularly to reflect student and industry demands, ensuring you’re well prepared to enter skilled employment on graduation. The majority of courses are comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, the latter of which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. Most courses also include work placement learning, to help you gain essential experience for your future. Modules include: Anatomy, Examination and Assessment, Fundamental Treatment Skills, Developing the Evidence Informed Practitioner, Rehabilitation and Return to Sport, Contemporary Treatment Skills, Research in Professional Practice.
Assessment method
You’ll be assessed through a mixture of written, practical and oral exams, coursework and production of research reports. Many of the modules will be marked based on a mixture of assessment types, whilst others will be based solely on one type of assessment. The type of assessment may vary depending on which subject-specific optional module you select.
Entry requirements
Typical offer: Applicants should at least have either a 2:1 honours degree in Sport and Exercise Science or equivalent degree subject. Non typical offer: Applicants should have at least a 2:1 in a degree that is supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience of training, normally from their working environment. It is important that your personal statement demonstrates evidence of: - An understanding of the course, profession, and the regulatory body (The Society of Sports Therapists) - Your experience in sports and exercise sciences (study and/or experience you have in sport and exercise related setting/role) - Evidence of your personal and professional qualities - Desire to study the subject applied for. Applicants will need to pass our Fitness to Practise Process as part of the application process.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12100 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £12100 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £12100 | Whole course |
| Wales | £12100 | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £12100 | Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | £12100 | Whole course |
| EU | £20625 | Whole course |
| International | £20625 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Please look at the Course Information Sheet found on our website (www.hartpury.ac.uk) for a full breakdown of all course-related costs.
Sponsorship information
The Hartpury Postgraduate Studentship Scheme has been developed to make postgraduate study affordable and to provide students with an opportunity to gain valuable work experience to compliment and enhance their academic study. Roles are available in Teaching Assistants and Research Assistants. Post holders will be supported to undertake a teaching qualification and HEA accreditation as well as having a fee bursary and a training bursary. To apply, please visit: https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/university/postgraduate/postgraduate-studentship-scheme/ For information on other financial support available to postgraduate students, please see our website for more information: www.hartpury.ac.uk/university/facilities/life-at-hartpury/finance/
Provider information
Hartpury University
Hartpury House
Hartpury
Gloucester
GL19 3BE