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BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy (Top-up) at University of Staffordshire

University of Staffordshire, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A one-year top-up degree accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists, delivered through theory and practical case scenarios in groups of up to 16. Graduates qualify as professional sports therapists. Facilities include a telehealth hub and rehabilitation zone.

Duration: 1 year full-time (top-up)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Exercise for Special Populations (20 credits), an Independent Investigational Project (40 credits), Peripheral and Vertebral Mobilisation and Professional Clinic.

Career pathways

Sports therapist and sports massage therapist roles, self-employment or running a clinic, injury clinics, work with athletes in football, rugby and martial arts, and healthcare roles with older people and clients with obesity, diabetes or cancer. Progression to postgraduate study is possible.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A completed FdSc in Sports Therapy, Rehabilitation and Manual Therapies from the University of Staffordshire, or completed level 4 and 5 study at another institution (subject to course leader and professional body checks).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK / Channel Islands full-time tuition per year of study; subject to UK government fee regulation Source

International applicants: GBP 17,285 a year (2027/28). International full-time tuition per year of study Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time (top-up)

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