Undergraduate

Sport Rehabilitation

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Want to specialise in a role in sport and fitness? You've come to the right place – we're the Official University Partner of Team GB.
Our course combines theory, hands-on experience, critical reflection and professional judgement – giving you a thorough platform for a career in exercise rehabilitation.
You'll be taught by academics who work with both elite-level sports performers and NHS patients. As well as FIFA, the International Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping Agency.
Apply to become a graduate member of the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT) when you complete your degree.
You'll use the latest equipment to develop your practical skills following our recent £16 million investment in our facilities.
Our students take up roles with sports clubs, the military, the NHS, and more. Others find their skills are sought by employers across the job market.
student with muscle diagram with rehabilitation patient
student practicing massaging and physiotherapy
student discussing bone and muscle joints in Sport Rehab Treatment Room
student lifting weights in biomechanics lab
Sports Rehabilitation Laboratory
Sport, Exercise & Rehabilitation Science - Sport Rehabilitation

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Duration

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  • Standard course
  • With a foundation year
  • September 2024

Typical offer

What does this mean?

Gain the clinical skills to prevent, diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions with this hands-on degree from Team GB's only Official University Partner.

Designed for students wishing to specialise in a role related to sport and fitness, this fully-accredited course combines theory, hands-on experience, critical reflection and professional judgement, as well as the latest techniques in exercise rehabilitation.

You’ll learn in modern, fully equipped facilities following a £16 million investment and have access to CV-boosting opportunities to kickstart your career before you graduate, including being part of the University's Health, Injury and Performance (HIP) Hub.

  • Direct links

    to local sports teams, the NHS, and nutritional health providers

  • Top 15 in the UK

    for Value Added 1

  • Fully accredited course

    and 400 placement hours

  • Official University Partner

    of Team GB

  • 95.3%

    of students in work or further study 15 months after graduating 2

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Course overview
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About this course

Sport Rehabilitators work with patients or athletes with a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, whether it’s managing or treating a long-term medical issue or overseeing their recovery from a shorter term injury.

You’ll therefore need to have the confidence to act with independent autonomy towards your patient’s care when necessary, as well as the ability to work with other healthcare professionals, so a thorough grounding in the likes of physiology, psychology, biomechanics, and strength and conditioning is essential.

Our expertise in these areas is illustrated by our collaborations with FIFA, the International Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping Agency and you'll also benefit from having industry-standard facilities right here on campus to develop your skills.

You’ll also spend a minimum of 400 hours on clinical placement gaining real-world experience, with our partners including professional sports clubs such as Hull City, Hull FC and Hull KR, as well as private practitioners.

You could even develop your experience at the University's Health, Injury and Performance (HIP) Hub. This student-led clinic offers appointments to real patients from the local community and gives you the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice by overseeing their assessment, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation as part of your degree.

This degree is accredited by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT). This means you can apply to BASRaT to become a graduate member at the end of your degree.

Scheduled study hours and how you’re assessed

Throughout your time with us, you’re expected to study for 1,200 hours in your first year and 1,400 hours in both your second and third years as you begin clinical placement.

Those figures are based on 200 hours per 20 credit module, a minimum of 200 hours of clinical placement in both your second and third year, and time spent completing independent study.

Choose your modules

Each year, you’ll study modules worth a certain number of credits, and you need 120 credits per year. Most modules are 20 credits – so you’ll study six modules each year. Some longer modules, such as a dissertation, are worth more. In these cases, you’ll study fewer modules - but the number of credits will always add up to 120. Some modules are compulsory, some are optional, so you can build a course that’s right for you.

Preparing for Learning in Higher Education

This module is designed to give you the best possible start to your university studies, making sure you have all the essential skills you need to succeed. Through lectures and workshops we will teach you how to write in an academic style, how to find quality sources, how to reference work, culminating in writing up a mini-research project.

Core•20 credits

Group Challenge (Sciences)

In a group, you'll formulate questions that can be tested by scientific investigations and take part in weekly workshops with academics.

Core•20 credits

Foundation in Data Analysis

Develop a strong foundation in data collection and analysis. This module will introduce you to qualitative and quantitative data and how to analyse it; the collection of primary and secondary data; the production of high quality graphics; and report writing.

Core•20 credits

Introduction to Biological Sciences 1

This module covers basic knowledge on cells and biological molecules and how they are connected to the function of major organ systems in animals, plants and humans. The main topics are cell structure, exchange and transport, the genetic code, microbiology and energy processes.

Compulsory•20 credits

Introduction to Sport, Health and Exercise Science

Module information coming soon. 

Compulsory•20 credits

Foundation Maths Skills

This module delivers core mathematics skills at level two and three to give a solid basis for future studies. You will study the following topics: manipulation of numerical data and converting between different units of measurement; exponentials and logarithms; and standard form and problems involving ratio, proportion and percentages.

Optional•20 credits

Foundation Mathematics 1

This module delivers core mathematics skills to build a solid basis for future studies. You will study the following topics: factors, multiples, indices, fractions and standard form; algebra, linear and quadratic equations; averages and spread; functions, exponentials and logarithms; and right angled triangles and trigonometry.

Optional•20 credits

Foundation Mathematics A

You will study pure mathematics topics, including proof, algebra, trigonometry, differentiation, integration, exponentials, logarithms, sequences and series. The applied topic is probability and statistics.

Optional•20 credits

On the foundation year, you take modules that are provided across the Faculty for the pre-certificate stage, gaining a solid grounding in readiness for further study on the BSc. 
8 Modules

Human Anatomy

This module introduces you to the human anatomy in detail. You’ll explore topics including: the structure of the human skeleton, major landmarks, and joints and classification.

Core•20 credits

Musculoskeletal Injuries

Discover the main mechanisms, clinical signs and short- and long-term management strategies of a range of musculoskeletal injuries and their general pathologies. 

Core•20 credits

Soft Tissue Injuries and Musculoskeletal Assessment

On this module, you'll learn the basic assessment techniques needed to perform a full injury assessment. 

Core•20 credits

Therapeutic Modalities

Gain an understanding of the rationale behind therapeutic modalities, including current knowledge of the healing process at the cellular level and analgesia.

Core•20 credits

Sport, Health and Exercise Psychology

This module provides you with knowledge of various psychological assessment tools and techniques, such as anxiety inventories, imagery, relaxation and goal setting.

Core•20 credits

Conducting Science in Sport, Health and Exercise Science

A solid grounding in to the scientific practice underlying the subject. It explores and critiques how data is collected and analysed.

Core•20 credits

Due to the professional nature of the programme, all modules are mandatory. To prepare you for a seamless transition from student life to employment, we teach all of the topics progressively throughout your time here. If you choose Masters-level study, your final year provides the opportunity for clinical specialism.
6 Modules

Functional Human Physiology

Develop your understanding of the human body's systems from a physiological perspective. You'll also gain insight into the structure and function of the major organ systems. 

Core•20 credits

Functional Rehabilitation

Explore the physiological principles that underpin a range of exercise-based techniques used extensively within injury rehabilitation. 

Core•20 credits

Clinical Biomechanics

Gain a clinical knowledge of biomechanics in terms of the assessment, evaluation and diagnosis of common injuries and dysfunctions seen in sport.

Core•20 credits

Professional Practice 1

Get to grips with the professional standards set by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT) and how these interact with working practices. 

Core•20 credits

Clinical Skills

Hone your musculoskeletal assessment skills, clinical reasoning and enhance your application of soft tissue mobilisation techniques, manual therapy and exercise prescription.

Core•20 credits

Research Methods

Prepare and complete a small action research project to develop skills that will help you across your studies. It's hands-on learning about research methodology, ethical approval, data analysis and formulating research questions.

Core•20 credits
6 Modules

Dissertation

You will make an original contribution to research by designing, carrying out and writing up your own project on a topic you choose, supported by your dissertation supervisor.

Core•40 credits

Psychology in Sport Rehabilitation

Gain an understanding of holistic physical and psychological rehabilitation for injured athletes. You'll use techniques, such as imagery, relaxation and goal setting.

Core•20 credits

Neurology and Tissue Dynamics

​This module introduces you to the central and peripheral nervous systems in health and disease, and their inter-relationships with musculoskeletal pathologies. 

Core•20 credits

Professional Practice 2

You will have the opportunity to undertake an extended placement with opportunities in a breath of educational settings, health, social care or the voluntary sector in the UK or Overseas.

Core•40 credits

Fitness and Injury Prevention

Explore how the physiological and biomechanical principles behind training and conditioning can enhance performance, prevent injury and justify 'return-to-play' decisions.

Core•20 credits

To graduate, you will be required to complete Emergency First Aid and Level II Immediate Care in Sport qualifications. We also give you the opportunity to gain other external qualifications which will help in gaining employment on graduation, for example, KinesioTape Level I and II.
5 Modules

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Entry requirements

What do I need?

When it comes to applying to university, you'll need a certain number of UCAS points. Different qualifications and grades are worth a different amount of points. For this course, you'll need…

Use UCAS's calculator to work out your estimated points

We consider experience and qualifications from the UK and worldwide which may not exactly match the combinations above.

But it's not just about the grades - we'll look at your whole application. We want to know what makes you tick, and about your previous experience, so make sure that you complete your personal statement.

Have questions? Our admissions team will be happy to help.

What do I need?

If you require a student visa to study or if your first language is not English you will be required to provide acceptable evidence of your English language proficiency level.

See other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University of Hull.

If your English currently does not reach the University’s required standard for this programme, you may be interested in one of our English language courses.

Visit your country page to find out more about our entry requirements.

Fees & funding

How much is it?

Additional costs you may have to pay

Your tuition fees will cover most costs associated with your programme. There are some extra costs that you might have to pay, or choose to pay, depending on your programme of study and the decisions you make:

  • Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
  • Optional field trips
  • Study abroad (incl. travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
  • Placement costs (incl. travel costs and accommodation)
  • Student visas (international students)
  • Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and PC’s on campus, but you may want your own)
  • Printing and photocopying
  • Professional-body membership
  • Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel, food and more.

How do I pay for it?

How much is it?

Additional costs you may have to pay

Your tuition fees will cover most costs associated with your programme. There are some extra costs that you might have to pay, or choose to pay, depending on your programme of study and the decisions you make:

  • Books (you can borrow books on your reading lists from the library, but you may buy your own)
  • Optional field trips
  • Study abroad (incl. travel costs, accommodation, visas, immunisation)
  • Placement costs (incl. travel costs and accommodation)
  • Student visas (international students)
  • Laptop (you’ll have access to laptops and PC’s on campus, but you may want your own)
  • Printing and photocopying
  • Professional-body membership
  • Graduation (gown hire and photography)

Remember, you’ll still need to take into account your living costs. This could include accommodation, travel, food and more.

How do I pay for it?

Our academics

You’ll be taught by experts who know your name: tutors who work with both elite-level sports performers and NHS patients, and who’ve collaborated with FIFA, the International Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping Agency.

Our highly-qualified, experienced staff work also deliver their courses in some of the UK's most advanced facilities.

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Lois Smith
Featured academic

Lois Smith

Lois is our Programme Director for Sport Rehabilitation. After initially joining the University in 2017, she completed her Masters the following year and has gone on to become a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
Ben Oliver
Featured academic

Dr Ben Oliver

Ben joined the Sport Rehabilitation lecturing team in September 2020, alongside working in semi-professional rugby union and directing two private sports injury clinics. He is the module leader for Clinical Biomechanics and Clinical Skills.

Take a look at our facilities

Sport Rehabilitation Suite

We have two specialist sports rehabilitation teaching suites providing students with state-of-the-art spaces for practical skills labs, group-based seminars and a student-led Sports Injury Clinic.

Health and Human Performance Lab

This £1.5 million laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility for teaching, research and sport science support in the field of biomechanics.

Exercise Physiology Teaching Laboratory

Our teaching lab is where students learn the fundamental practical skills of exercise physiology using the latest equipment.

Allam Sport Centre

We've invested £16 million in new sports facilities, including a state-of-the-art gym and new pitches. So you'll be learning with the sector's most innovative technology.

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Sports Rehabilitation Laboratory
A student looks at data on a computer screen in the Health and Human Performance Lab
Physiology Teaching Laboratory
Allam Sports Centre Sports Hall
Sports rehabilitation student with skeleton diagram

Future prospects

You’ll graduate with clinical skills in the prevention, assessment and management of neuro-musculoskeletal injuries.

Our students go on to work with sports clubs at all levels, in the military, in private practice and with the NHS. Others find their professional skills are sought by employers across the graduate job market.

Our careers team will be on-hand to give you expert advice and training, and you’ll have the chance to network with a wide range of employers throughout your degree as part of our annual Student Thesis Conference.

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Your next steps

Like what you’ve seen? Then it’s time to apply.

The standard way to apply for this course is through UCAS. This will give you the chance to showcase your skill, qualities and passion for the subject, as well as providing your academic qualifications.

How to apply

Not ready to apply?

Visit our next Open Day, and see all that Hull has to offer for yourself. Talk to our lecturers about your subject, find out what university is really like from our current students, and take a tour of our beautiful campus and amazing facilities.

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  1. (Joint 13th) The Guardian University Rankings 2024.
  2. (Sport Health and Exercise Science) UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2020/21, published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency June 2023.

 

All modules presented on this course page are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.

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