FdSc Sports Therapy aims to provide you with a diverse range of knowledge related to the disciplines such as anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and injury.
You will gain an in depth knowledge of the body and injuries through the modules such as Sports Massage, Anatomy and Physiology, Sports Injuries and Exercise Physiology. You will gain an understanding of therapy related to the disciplines of anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and injury. The Foundation Degree develops specific practice from this base into an understanding of sports injury and rehabilitation. You will develop an understanding of nutrition and exercise in relation to fitness and recovery. Stage Two will culminate in a project allowing you to extend your own interest in the field, while also acquiring and developing skills of research and investigation. You also have the opportunity to take a range of additional qualifications, e.g. RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification, HSE First Aid at Work, FA Basic and Intermediate Sports Injury Courses, VTCT courses in Holistic Massage, Sports Massage and Anatomy.
The main route of employment is focused on the Sports Therapy and Sports Rehabilitation industry. Graduating students will be fully equipped to work independently, with the knowledge and skills required to meet the industry standards. If, at the end of the course, students wish to develop their skills into other areas of the sport and fitness industry they are able to do so through various third-year options including joining the final year of the BSc (Hons) Applied Sport and Health Science degree offered at Truro and Penwith College.
Course Details - Modules
First Year
Sports Massage
Osteology & Anatomy
Anatomy & Physiology
Sports Injuries & Clinical Practice
Research Methods
Introduction to Biomechanics & Human Movement
Second Year
Sports Therapy
Nutrition for Performance & Rehabilitation
Treatment & Management of Injuries
Human Exercise Physiology
Project
Applied Movement Analysis
Modules may be subject to change.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
26 January 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:
C630
Institution code:
T85
Campus Name:
Truro Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
120 level 4 credits in a relevant subject
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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Fees and funding
EU
9335.0
Year 1
England
8224.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
8224.0
Year 1
Scotland
8224.0
Year 1
Wales
8224.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
8224.0
Year 1
International
9335.0
Year 1
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Truro
TR1 3XX
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