(BSc) Bachelor of Science
Sports Therapy
Current
University of Essex
University of Essex
Sport, Rehabilitation and Exercise Sciences (School of)
Colchester Campus
Honours Degree
Full-time
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BSC C603
08/05/2024
Details
Professional accreditation
Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists.
Admission criteria
- GCSE: Mathematics and Science C/4.
- A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels and a minimum grade C in a science subject or Mathematics. PE and Psychology are acceptable as science A-levels.
- BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. The acceptability of BTECs is dependent on subject studied and optional units taken - email ugquery@essex.ac.uk for advice.
- Combined qualifications on the UCAS tariff: 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent including C in one science subject or Mathematics. Tariff point offers may be made if you are taking a qualification, or mixture of qualifications, from the list on our undergraduate application information page.
- IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554. Either must include 5 in a Higher level science subject or Mathematics. Our GCSE Maths requirement can be met with either: 4 in Standard level Maths; 3 in Higher level Maths; or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths.
- IB Career-related Programme: We consider combinations of IB Diploma Programme courses with BTECs or other qualifications. Advice on acceptability can be provided, email Undergraduate Admissions.
- QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided, email Undergraduate Admissions.
- T-levels: We consider T-levels on a case-by-case basis, depending on subject studied. The offer for most courses is Distinction overall. Depending on the course applied for there may be additional requirements, which may include a specific grade in the Core.
Contextual Offers:
We are committed to ensuring that all students with the merit and potential to benefit from an Essex education are supported to do so. For October 2024 entry, if you are a home fee paying student residing in the UK you may be eligible for a Contextual Offer of up to two A-level grades, or equivalent, below our standard conditional offer.
Factors we consider:
- Applicants from underrepresented groups
- Applicants progressing from University of Essex Schools Membership schools/colleges
- Applicants who attend a compulsory admissions interview
- Applicants who attend an Offer Holder Day at our Colchester or Southend campus
Our contextual offers policy outlines additional circumstances and eligibility criteria.
For further information about what a contextual offer may look like for your specific qualification profile, email ugquery@essex.ac.uk.
If you haven't got the grades you hoped for, have a non-traditional academic background, are a mature student, or have any questions about eligibility for your course, more information can be found on our undergraduate application information page or get in touch with our Undergraduate Admissions Team.
Additional requirements:
You are required to have an enhanced Disclosure and Barring System (DBS) Check for this course prior to undertaking any relevant placement or activity. This will be organised by the University. Please contact our DBS team if you have any questions relating to this.
IELTS (International English Language Testing System) code
English language requirements for applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall, or specified score in another equivalent test that we accept.
Details of English language requirements, including component scores, and the tests we accept for applicants who require a Student visa (excluding Nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries) can be found here
If we accept the English component of an international qualification it will be included in the academic levels listed above for the relevant countries.
English language shelf-life
Most English language qualifications have a validity period of 5 years. The validity period of Pearson Test of English, TOEFL and CBSE or CISCE English is 2 years.
If you require a Student visa to study in the UK please see our immigration webpages for the latest Home Office guidance on English language qualifications.
Pre-sessional English courses
If you do not meet our IELTS requirements then you may be able to complete a pre-sessional English pathway that enables you to start your course without retaking IELTS.
Pending English language qualifications
You don’t need to achieve the required level before making your application, but it will be one of the conditions of your offer.
If you cannot find the qualification that you have achieved or are pending, then please email ugquery@essex.ac.uk
.
Requirements for second and final year entry
Different requirements apply for second and final year entry, and specified component grades are also required for applicants who require a visa to study in the UK. Details of English language requirements, including UK Visas and Immigration minimum component scores, and the tests we accept for applicants who require a Student visa (excluding Nationals of Majority English Speaking Countries) can be found here
Additional Notes
If you’re an international student, but do not meet the English language or academic requirements for direct admission to this degree, you could prepare and gain entry through a pathway course. Find out more about opportunities available to you at the University of Essex International College
Course qualifiers
A course qualifier is a bracketed addition to your course title to denote a specialisation or pathway that you have achieved via the completion of specific modules during your course. The
specific module requirements for each qualifier title are noted below. Eligibility for any selected qualifier will be determined by the department and confirmed by the final year Board of
Examiners. If the required modules are not successfully completed, your course title will remain as described above without any bracketed addition. Selection of a course qualifier is
optional and student can register preferences or opt-out via Online Module Enrolment (eNROL).
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Rules of assessment
Rules of assessment are the rules, principles and frameworks which the University uses to calculate your course progression and final results.
Additional notes
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External examiners
External Examiners provide an independent overview of our courses, offering their expertise and help towards our continual improvement of course content, teaching, learning, and assessment.
External Examiners are normally academics from other higher education institutions, but may be from the industry, business or the profession as appropriate for the course.
They comment on how well courses align with national standards, and on how well the teaching, learning and assessment methods allow students to develop and demonstrate the relevant knowledge and skills needed to achieve their awards.
External Examiners who are responsible for awards are key members of Boards of Examiners. These boards make decisions about student progression within their course and about whether students can receive their final award.
Programme aims
Graduates will have an understanding of and an ability to use the body of knowledge (biological, biomedical, psychological and biomechanics) that provides the foundation of sports and exercise science and apply this to the practice of sports therapy.
As graduate sports therapists they will demonstrate competence in the prevention, recognition and evaluation of injuries and illness encountered in a sports and exercise environment.
They will be able to manage, treat and rehabilitate these injuries and where necessary make appropriate referrals to others.
Graduates will be reasoning, reflective practitioners with the requisite professional attributes to provide an effective service to a range of population groups.
They will be equipped with the skills and flexibility of thinking necessary to function in complex and changing work environments.
Graduates will be able to work both individually or as a member of a team within a variety of settings.
Graduates will be prepared to engage in life-long learning and continuing professional development.
Learning outcomes and learning, teaching and assessment methods
On successful completion of the programme a graduate should demonstrate knowledge and skills as follows:
A: Knowledge and understanding
A1: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of biological and physical sciences relevant to sports therapy
A2: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the behavioural sciences relevant to sports therapy
A3: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of working as an individual or as a member of a team
A4: Demonstrate a critical understanding of the ethical, legal, organisational and contextual frameworks within which sports therapists work
A5: Knowledge and understanding of research methodology, skills and techniques
Learning methods
Acquisition of learning is through a combination of:
Theory and practical classes
Tutorials and small group work
Lectures
Practice-based learning
Independent study
Assessment methods
Testing of knowledge and understanding takes place through a combination of - practical examinations; viva voce examinations; essays; reflective writing and seminar presentations; research activities; assessment during practice-based placements.
B: Intellectual and cognitive skills
B1: Utilise a problem-solving approach to client management
B2: Apply scientific and ethical principles to sports therapy practice
B3: Make informed decisions regarding diagnosis and management of sports related clinical issues
B4: Relate theory to practice
B5: Adapt to changing and diverse contexts of sports therapy practice
B6: Synthesise knowledge and evaluate research evidence in the practice setting
B7: Reflect critically on their performance and sports therapy practice
Learning methods
Acquisition of learning is through a combination of:
Theory and practical classes
Tutorials and small group work
Lectures
Practice-based learning
Independent study
Assessment methods
Assessment of these skills takes place both within University and practice-based learning using a combination of - practical examinations; viva voce examinations; essays; reflective writing and seminar presentations; research activities; assessment during practice-based placements.
C: Practical skills
C1: Utilise a problem-solving approach to client management
C2: Maintain an up to date professional development portfolio
C3: Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
C4: Implement non-discriminatory practice and embrace diversity
C5: Relate theory and practice using appropriate reasoning and decision-making skills
C6: Set relevant goals in partnership with clients
C7: Undertake safe and effective subjective and objective assessments of clients
C8: Select and evaluate appropriate management plans for clients
C9: Implement appropriate treatment interventions in a safe and effective manner
C10: Keep accurate, comprehensive records
Learning methods
Practical skills are developed principally in practical classes and during practice-based placements.
These skills are learned in association with underpinning theory, establishing their relevance to practice.
Assessment methods
Practical skills are assessed by - practical examinations in the University setting and via the assessment forms used to evaluate student learning and performance on practice-based placements.
D: Key skills
D1: Communicate effectively with clients and others through a variety of media
D2: Use information technology to identify, access, produce and evaluate information from a range of sources
D3: Undertake analysis and enquiry
D4: Initiate and complete projects/tasks
D5: Work effectively with others within teams using appropriate communication skills and management of self
D6: Learn effectively and independently in preparation for life-long learning and professional development
Learning methods
These skills are developed within the strategies and methods utilised within the programme.
Throughout the programme students are encouraged to develop these transferable skills by maintaining a record of evidence and creating a continuing professional development portfolio.
Assessment methods
Transferable skills are assessed both within various University based assessments and in the assessment undertaken in practice-based placements.