BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation

The Sport Rehabilitation course offered by the University of Cumbria provides students with an understanding of sports and exercise injuries, their prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and management. This robust programme includes a mix of academic study and practical application that is centered in the science of sports injury recovery.Course Content: As part of this course, students will study the human anatomy and physiology, sports massage and soft tissue therapy, biomechanics, and injury assessment and diagnosis. Other areas covered include pitch-side first aid, electrotherapy, advanced physical conditioning, and professional practice. Key Modules: Students can expect to engage with modules such as Functional Anatomy, Principles of Sport and Exercise Physiology, Therapeutic Modalities and Techniques, Research Methods, Reconditioning of the Injured Athlete, and a Sports Rehabilitation Placement.Accreditations: The BSc (Hons) Sport Rehabilitation course is accredited by The British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT).Future Careers: The course prepares students for a future career as a graduate sport rehabilitator within professional sports clubs, the military, the NHS, and sports injury clinics, among others. Other career pathways can include roles in personal training and sports massage therapy. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.