FdSc Rehabilitation and Manual Therapies at University of Staffordshire

A two-year foundation degree at the Stoke-on-Trent campus teaching the assessment, management and treatment of neuromusculoskeletal problems through rehabilitation and manual therapies. Graduates can top up to the BSc Sports Therapy or other Sport and Exercise BSc top-up courses.

Duration: 2 years full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students study osteology, myology and arthrology, sports assessment and massage techniques, and exercise prescription for non-injured and injured athletes. A formal placement is not mandatory but is highly recommended, with internal placement-type activities in the SUST Clinic.

Career pathways

Sports massage therapist, or work in injury clinics alongside sports therapists, physiotherapists, osteopaths and chiropractors; top-up to BSc Sports Therapy leads to roles such as sports therapist, sport and exercise scientist and strength and conditioning.

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