Course summary
Practising in the dynamic field of specialist sports care, you could find yourself working with elite athletes or running your own sports therapy business. This pre-registration MSc is designed to provide sports scientists and relevant degree holders with the necessary knowledge and skills to become a qualified sports therapist. You will study the theories which underpin the practical application of sports therapy. You will have access to the University's specialist resources and be able to draw on the considerable expertise of our sport and health academics to further hone your knowledge. You will have the opportunity to apply your learning and sharpen your practical skills on several placements. You could refine your expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of injuries working in a private practice, with the University's sports teams or with elite-level athletes and professional sports clubs. As a student on this course, you will join a research-led academic community in the subject area of therapeutic and rehabilitation sciences. Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists, upon completion of this course you will be able to apply for membership (insured) status of the society. University Sport. At our University we're passionate about sport. There's a huge range of sports and activities for you to get involved in, including more than 40 sports clubs. If you'd like to find out more about what we have to offer - including our Carnegie Sports Scholarship Scheme - take a look at our University Sport website. Our course team includes tutors who engage with elite Olympic and professional athletes, international sports teams as well as local and University teams. Plus, you'll have the opportunity to work across the expertise of two of our University's faculties and maximise the specialist facilities available for both therapy and sport. You can study flexibly over one or two years, and our placement opportunities offer a wide variety of different experiences, with links to one national professional sports teams, as well as volunteering opportunities. Find out more about the research we conduct: Musculoskeletal Health Research Group As a student on this course, you will join a research-led academic community in the subject area of rehabilitation sciences.
Entry requirements
Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in Sport and Exercise Science or other cognate degree subject; or at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. Applicants for this course are not usually interviewed. Therefore, it is important you demonstrate evidence of the following in your personal statement: -An understanding of the scope of practice of a Sport Therapist -Evidence of prior learning in sports and exercise science -Evidence of excellent communication skills -Evidence of self-directed study -Evidence of the ability to work as part of a team -Evidence of the ability to integrate information & skills across different subject areas -Evidence of recent personal/academic development (normally within the past 5 years) All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. DBS required
English language requirements
Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.0.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this 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
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Provider information
Leeds Beckett University
City Campus
Leeds
LS1 3HE