Modules

Year One Modules studied in year one aim to provide the scientific knowledge underpinning therapeutic techniques. This includes understanding human anatomy and the involvement of complex structures in understanding the body’s movement. You will cover the science of exercise through our bespoke biomechanics and strength and conditioning modules as we develop your understanding of their applications within the rehabilitation pathway. You will also have the opportunity to gain skills in soft tissue techniques in preparation for running our onsite massage clinic. Modules Professional Skills in Sports and Exercise Therapy - 20 credits Soft Tissue Therapy - 20 credits Foundations of Anatomy - 20 credits Biomechanics for Sports and Exercise Therapists - 20 credits Principles of Strength and Conditioning - 20 credits Functional Anatomy and Injuries - 20 credits Year Two In year two you will have the opportunity (under supervision) to utilise your skills in the on-site massage clinic, open to the public, and will be taught joint manipulation techniques. You will be taught how to assess and manage injury, and how to employ rehabilitation programmes. In addition, exercise physiology is taught, which is focused on sporting performance and how Sports and Exercise Therapists can support and enhance athletic function. Preparation for the final year project begins with a focus on designing and analysing research investigations. Modules Functional Rehabilitation - 20 credits Trauma Management - 20 credits Manual Therapy - 20 credits Applied Rehabilitation of a Client - 0 credits Performance Rehabilitation and Conditioning - 20 credits Research in Sports and Exercise Therapy - 20 credits Clinical Preparation - 20 credits Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final Year In the final year, you will lead the university’s Sports and Exercise Therapy student clinic and/or in an external clinic or sporting placement*, whereby you should build a portfolio of evidence of clinical competency to fulfil post-graduation requirements for registration with the SST*. You will learn the importance of screening and profiling in order to enhance your rehabilitation strategy with consideration for nutritional and psychological aspects of their needs. You will have the chance to design and undertake a research project. Modules Clinical Practice - 20 credits Project Development - 20 credits Screening and Profiling - 20 credits Clinical Experience - 20 credits Independent Research Project - 20 credits Effective Multidisciplinary Practices - 20 credits We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. For full module details please check the course page on the Coventry University website. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website. For further information on accreditation, please check the course page on the Coventry University website and the SST website.

Assessment method

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module. Assessment methods include: Formal examinations Essays Group work Presentations Reports Projects Coursework Individual assignments The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

• The Society of Sports Therapists