Hartpury University Undergraduate Prospectus

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Sports Therapy BSc (Hons)

On graduation you’ll be a registered member of the Society of Sports Therapists. This means you’ll be eligible to apply for Professional Liability Insurance which will enable you to practise as a qualified sports therapist.

This course is accredited with the Society of Sports Therapists, which means you’ll graduate ready to work as a qualified practitioner. You’ll benefit from hands- on experience, working as part of multi- disciplinary teams to treat sports injuries and conditions. You’ll study modules that have been informed by industry, covering assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of injury. Our sporting campus is the perfect place for you to learn, whether assisting with pitch-side first-aid or working as part of our busy sports injury clinic. Industry opportunities You’ll undertake more than 200 hours of in-practice work experience to ensure you’re industry ready when you graduate. You can also gain extra qualifications such as sports massage, taping or first aid alongside your studies.* We also undertake industry trips and attend conferences to gain insights into current practice. This course is ideal for those who have a passion for sport and exercise and want to work with athletes or in community sports to help people be at peak performance. Develop your skills with practising industry professionals and work with athletes on campus. Graduate destinations • Sports Therapist, Tamworth Football Club • Sports Therapy Internship, Newport Gwent Dragons • Postgraduate study • Self-employed sports therapist in a private clinic • Roles within the NHS or Ministry of Defence Qualify as an accredited sports therapist, learning in a professional sports club-style environment.

Entry requirements A typical offer is 112-128 UCAS tariff points See entry requirements on pages 135-136 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

UCAS code C612 3 years

Sandwich year - Spend an optional extra year in industry to help prepare for your career

Graduate ready to practise as a qualified sports therapist

Have the opportunity to qualify as a sports masseuse during your degree* Gain practical experience

Gain professional experience in our Sports Injury Clinic

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