Sport and Exercise Therapy - BSc (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

A Society of Sports Therapists accredited degree at the Sport Park campus in Pontypridd combining medical expertise with the sports environment, with a holistic approach to musculoskeletal injury management and CIMSPA Level 2 and 3 qualifications embedded.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one starts clinical studies with pitch-side first aid and basic life support, functional anatomy and introductory clinical assessment, screening and soft tissue techniques, through modules including Introduction to Sports Therapy Assessment, Introduction to Screening, Prevention and Recovery, Anatomy and Physiology, Measurement and Evaluation of Human Performance, Exercise Prescription and Sports Therapy: A Patient's Perspective. Students gain placement experience from year one.

Career pathways

Roles include sport therapist for professional and semi-professional teams, private practice, exercise rehabilitation instructor, rehabilitation assistant and teaching; options also include NHS roles and postgraduate study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 112 UCAS points or above: A-level BBC; Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate C plus BB at A-level including one A-level in Science, Mathematics, Physical Education, Public Services or Psychology (excluding General Studies); BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Merit Merit in a relevant subject; Access to HE Diploma with at least 112 UCAS tariff points. A minimum of 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at grade C/4 or above or equivalent. Enhanced DBS check and DBS Update Service subscription required (overseas equivalent for non-UK applicants). Contextual offers may be made.

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28). Full-time, per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

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