Sports Therapy, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy teaches the assessment, management and rehabilitation of injured athletes. It is accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists, and graduates are eligible for full membership.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport | Department: Sports Therapy | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2026; September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study covers anatomy, joint assessment, physiology, pathology, manual therapy, strength and conditioning and functional rehabilitation. Year 1 modules include Sports Therapy: Theory and Practice and Lower and Upper Limb Anatomy and Clinical Assessment; Year 3 includes Acute Management of the Injured Athlete and a Research Project. Paid clinical placements run throughout.

Career pathways

Graduates work in private injury clinics, professional and semi-professional sports clubs and organisations, and the NHS; some progress to postgraduate study in sports medicine such as the MSc Sports Medicine.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 104-112 UCAS points at A-level, preferably including Biology, PE or Science. BTEC Extended Diploma DMM; BTEC Diploma D*D-D*D*; Access to HE 104-112 points; IB Diploma pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects; T Level Merit, preferably in Biology, PE or Science. Applicants without Biology, PE or Science submit a 500-word written piece on anatomy and physiology. GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent. A satisfactory enhanced DBS check is required. International applicants: Applicants from outside the UK may qualify with the first year of a recognised university degree or an Ordinary National Diploma (Lower Credit). English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,750 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September 2026; September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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