Course summary
Why choose this course? This Sports Injury Rehabilitation degree will prepare you for the integrated sports and injury rehabilitation field, and more focused environments such as sports teams and health promotion. You'll focus on the wider variables and impact of sports injuries, and the importance of having a person-centred approach to care/treatment modalities. You will:
- Gain an introductory understanding to the sports and injury rehabilitation industry.
- Gain practical experience in assessment and exercise based rehabilitation.
- Develop the foundations in sports science, biomechanics and anatomy.
- Develop the skills they will need for a successful university experience.
- Explore the physiological, psychological, cultural and social factors that impact on the health and wellbeing of individuals.
- Consider the importance of motivational interviewing/communication.
- Develop skills in workload management and professionalism to optimise client care.
- Be able to practice safely, competently and confidently to ensure that they meet the exacting standards of becoming a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator (BASRaT).
- Be adaptable and responsive to the changing climate of sports rehabilitation.
- Consider the wider holistic elements of health and wellbeing and how they affect recovery from injury.
- Discover introductory skills required by a practitioner working within the areas of health and fitness on this inspiring foundation year.
- Students will be introduced to the concepts of assessment and management of musculoskeletal injuries.
- Students will be provided the academic support you require in order to develop the skills you need to succeed in our BSc Sports Injury rehabilitation Degree.
- Study in a British Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accredited laboratory.
- Accredited by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators (BASRaT).
- The course places emphasis on gaining practical experience. It draws on existing and exciting partnerships with professional sports personnel, health partner organisations and appropriate professional bodies.
- You’ll develop a clinical approach to therapeutic methods to treat musculoskeletal injuries. The course considers injury and rehabilitation, from injury prevention to rehabilitation.
Modules
What you will study YEAR 1 (FOUNDATION YEAR) MODULES The Skills You Need Contextual Studies Introduction to Sports and Exercise Sciences and Human Performance Biomechanics and Sports Science Foundations of Anatomy and Kinesiology Foundations of Injury Management and Exercise Prescription YEAR 2 (LEVEL 4) MODULES Sports Injury & MSK Assessment Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology Introduction to Research Skills Sports Massage Common Neuromusculoskeletal Injuries and Conditions Professional Practise and Communications Level 4 has a minimum of 50 hours (observational) practice allocated. YEAR 3 (LEVEL 5) MODULES Functional Rehabilitation 1 Injury Treatment Modalities Functional Rehabilitation 2 Psychology: Enhancing Performance Applied Exercise Physiology Academic Discovery – Building Strong Research Ideas Level 5 has a minimum of 110 hours of practice/placement allocated. YEAR 4 (LEVEL 6) MODULES Advanced Rehabilitation & Management Integrated Clinical Practice in Sports Clinical Reasoning Integrated Sport and Clinical Practice Independent Discovery Level 6 has a minimum of 240 hours of practice/placement allocated. The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.
Assessment method
Teaching & Assessment The assessment methods encompass the skills required for a Sports Injury Rehabilitation graduate. They include: Written assignments Practical examination Critical reflection Presentations Laboratory reports OSCE (an observed structured clinical examination) Clinical placements Teaching and Learning Wrexham Glyndŵr University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential. We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors, dedicated to helping them deal with the practicalities of university work. Our Student Support section has more information on the help which is available. In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion team can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- SIFY
- Institution code:
- G53
- Campus name:
- Wrexham (Main Campus)
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 - 72 points
A level - EEE - DDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP - MM
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Wrexham Glyndwr University takes into account a variety of qualifications and experience when considering applications to our programmes. If you are unsure if the qualifications you currently hold will be accepted for entry, or if you're not sure you'll achieve the required UCAS Tariff points, please contact us at [email protected] for further advice and guidance.
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Glyndwr University, Wrexham
Plas Coch
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW