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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University College Birmingham
Full Time
16-SEP-24
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University College Birmingham
Full time
16-SEP-24
3 Years
Select a subject
Having developed your understanding of the therapist’s role, the science of sports and exercise therapy and rehabilitation techniques, you will have a vast array of opportunities to gain experience putting your training to the test in the real world. Our past students have gained prestigious placements with Team Scotland at the 2022 Commonwealth Games and with the Scottish Rugby Union at the 2019 Rugby World Cup and Six Nations, as well as working for a host of other prolific sports clubs, organisations and events. You will also have the chance to work in University College Birmingham’s cutting-edge sports facilities, including our sports injury/massage clinics and our Human Performance Centre on campus.During your studies, you can gain a variety of further industry qualifications including sports massage and first aid. On completing our Sports Therapy course, you will also be qualified to join the industry’s professional body, The Society of Sports Therapists.
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?-
Work placements– Build invaluable professional work experience through a variety of placement opportunities – past students have worked with top-level football and rugby clubs and national sports teams-
Practical application– Put your therapy skills into practice in our on-campus clinics and at major sporting events, such as the London Marathon and Ride Across Britain-
Enrichment– Enjoy a variety of industry trips including St George’s Park and King’s College London/Wembley Stadium, as well as having opportunities to complete additional qualifications (Lubas FASE 1 and 2, ITEC Level 4 massage)-
Award-winning university– Study at the University of the Year offering the best Student Support in the UK (WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2022)
FACILITIESOur students train in our clinics which provide a variety of services to professional athletes, students and members of the public. The clinics feature equipment including ultrasound/electrotherapy equipment, a rehabilitation area and fully-equipped gym.You will also have use of our Human Performance Centre, featuring the latest equipment including a 35m sprint track, eight lifting platforms, an anti-gravity treadmill and more. We also share the £3m Avery Fields complex with Bournville RFC, offering an all-weather pitch, two grass pitches and a clubhouse with function room and modern changing facilities.
ACCREDITATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPSOn completion of this course, you will be qualified to join The Society of Sports Therapists as a graduate sports therapist.
PLACEMENTSCAREERS AND PROGRESSIONExamples of careers you could pursue following this course:- Sports therapist- Sports physiotherapist- Occupational therapist- Personal trainer- Health promotion specialist- Higher education lecturerYou could also progress onto one of our postgraduate courses at University
Exam type
A levelA level:
CCC - BCC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
96 - 104 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:15 Grades / Points required
HNC (BTEC):
P Grades / Points required
HND (BTEC):
P Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM - MMM Grades / Points required
T Level:
P Grades / Points required
UCB will accept A Level in General Studies for this course and will also take into consideration applicants who are studying an extended project.
You will need a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points
Level 3 qualifications are accepted at UCB for entrance, a minimum of 96 UCAS Tariff points will be required. If you are unsure if your qualification is accepted call us on 0121 604 1040 or email admissions@ucb.ac.uk.
You will need a minimum of 104 UCAS Tariff points.A minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
A relevant HNC or a foundation degree with 120 credits.
A relevant HND or a foundation degree with 240 credits.
This can be achieved from either an Extended Diploma or a combination of smaller BTEC qualifications.
A T-level graded Pass with a core component of grade C.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£13,500 per year
Students from EU
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£13,500 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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