Turn your passion for sport and recovery into a rewarding career. Our Society of Sport Therapists (SST) accredited BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy degree gives you the hands-on experience, knowledge, and industry connections to thrive in the world of sports rehabilitation. Whether you're treating professional athletes or supporting everyday clients, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact. This course is offered as a four year Foundation Year degree. These degree courses are designed to provide you with the academic skills and confidence necessary to thrive at university. Whether you're looking to bolster your qualifications or refresh your knowledge before starting a full undergraduate programme, our Foundation Years are the perfect first step. Why study BSc Sports Therapy? Real-world experience in our on-campus Sports Therapy Clinic We’ve invested in state-of-the-art clinical facilities on our High Wycombe Campus, including our student-led Sports and Wellbeing Clinic. You’ll be able to:

work with real clients from the local community - including the public, professional athletes, and sports teams – in a clinic setting

gain valuable experience for your CV

learn alongside course mates in a supportive, professional environment

guided by expert and supportive lecturers with clinical experience on hand to answer questions and help you grow in confidence

We also have a Human Performance Lab, a facility designed to test and research the human body. It has been designed to enhance athletes performance through data analysis and can be used to develop the most effective strength and conditioning regime for different body types.

Industry links and placement opportunities that prepare you for work*

As part of your course, you’ll complete placements in sports therapy settings - putting theory into practice and building your confidence with clients. You’ll benefit from our on-campus Sports and Wellbeing teaching clinic. We also maintain strong links with:

Stoke Mandeville Hospital – birthplace of the Paralympics

Wycombe Hospital

Bisham Abbey National Sports Centre – home to top-level sport

Wycombe Wanderers FC

Norwich City FC

Reading Ladies FC

The FA

You may also have opportunities to support major events, such as the London Marathon. What will I study? On our Society of Sports Therapists (SST) accredited degree, we'll help you gain the skills and experience you need to become a successful sports therapist. We’ll guide you through the entire process of sports therapy, including injury prevention, assessment, therapeutic treatments, and exercise rehabilitation, preparing you to return clients to fitness and performance safely and effectively. You’ll cover areas such as:

human anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology

injury assessment, treatment techniques, and rehabilitation

therapeutic interventions and hands-on clinical skills

exercise science and recovery programming.

We’ll also help you develop the skills to work in private practice or as a freelance sports therapist, including business awareness and client communication. Career Prospects We’re here to support you into a successful and fulfilling career. After graduating, you’ll be qualified to work in a range of roles, including:

sports therapist in professional teams, clubs or private clinics

exercise rehabilitation specialist

injury prevention adviser

physiotherapy assistant

You’ll also have gained the training you need to work in professional sport therapy context within football and rugby. Alternatively, you may choose to further your studies at postgraduate level in areas, such as:

sports medicine

physiotherapy

sports science and performance analysis.

With the practical experience, confidence, and clinical skills gained on our course, you’ll be well prepared for your future career in the rewarding sports therapy profession.

Modules

Foundation Year Human Behaviour Research Matters Human Science – Dissecting the details Human Communication Exploring Intersections Knowledge Unleashed Year one Human Anatomy and Movement Analysis Health and Human Physiology Fundamentals Skills in Sports Therapy Practice Foundations of Sports Therapy Introduction to Research in Sport Principles of Biomechanics in Sport Year two Research Methods Applied Exercise Physiology Musculoskeletal Injury Rehabilitation Principles of Sports Therapy 1 Principles of Sports Therapy 2 Principles of Sports Therapy 3 Year three Extended Independent Work Professional Practice Advanced Sports Therapy Special Populations in Sports Therapy Practice

Assessment method

Blending academic theory with practical experience, we keep your learning relevant and engaging. We use a mix of assessments that reflect industry expectations, including: practical assessments presentations vivas reports/essays case studies work-related assessments with evidence of achievements in practice. Our approach ensures you graduate confident, competent, and job-ready.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

The Society of Sports Therapists

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:: 67V0

Institution code:: B94

Campus name:: High Wycombe Campus

Campus code:: -

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Foundation

International applicants

Visit bnu.ac.uk/international to find out more about applying to BNU as an international student.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 32 - 56 points

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements for the 3-year undergraduate programme, or those who do not feel fully prepared for a Level 4 course, will be considered for the 4-year programme including a Foundation Year.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://bucks.ac.uk/applying-to-bucks/general-entry-requirements

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)

English language requirements

Test	Grade	Additional details
IELTS (Academic)	6	We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent.

If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.

BNU English Language Requirements

https://www.bnu.ac.uk/study/general-entry-requirements

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England	£9535	Year 1
Northern Ireland	£9535	Year 1
Scotland	£9535	Year 1
Wales	£9535	Year 1
Channel Islands	£9535	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	£9535	Year 1
EU	£15150	Year 1
International	£15150	Year 1

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

Buckinghamshire New University tuition fees cover the cost of instruction, assessment, and core academic materials. However, additional costs may be incurred for course-related items or requirements, such as, but not limited to: - Text books and supplementary reading materials - Specialised equipment or resources required for specific courses - Field trips, placements, or external activities - Printing, photocopying, and binding - Accommodation, travel, and living expenses Additional costs will vary by course. It is your responsibility as a student to budget for any additional expenses associated with your studies. For further details on what is included in your tuition fees, please check bnu.ac.uk/fees-and-funding

Sponsorship information

There are several ways you can fund your studies, including sponsorship and student loans. You may be able to use ELCAS credits for some of our courses. We also have scholarships and bursaries to help support our students.

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