Integrated Foundation - Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Sport Therapy and Rehabilitation

As demand for Graduate Sports Therapists continues to grow, this degree enables students to develop high-level professional knowledge at a university accredited by The Society of Sports Therapists. The course is recognised for its strong academic quality and provides over 200 hours of clinical placements, giving learners the opportunity to gain practical experience and apply theoretical principles directly to real-world situations. Students build a comprehensive understanding of the rehabilitation process, including manual therapy techniques, exercise therapy and sports massage. They also have opportunities to work at national sporting events to broaden their industry experience. The programme is supported by specialist clinical spaces and facilities, and students benefit from teaching delivered by enthusiastic and expert staff with extensive experience working with elite athletes. This is a dynamic degree designed to prepare graduates as industry-ready Sports Therapists. Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation at Derby focuses on preparing students for a profession in which clients and patients depend on therapists to help them achieve optimum levels of functional, occupational and sport-specific fitness. Professionals in this field apply the principles of sport and exercise to enhance performance, prevent injury and develop effective rehabilitation programmes. They also carry out assessments and deliver treatments across recreational, training and competitive environments. The course provides a rigorous blend of scientific knowledge and practical application. Students gain an in-depth understanding of anatomy, movement and the full rehabilitation process, covering areas such as manual therapy, exercise therapy and sports massage. Throughout the programme, learners are introduced to the latest research in this rapidly evolving discipline, ensuring their practice as therapists is informed by current evidence and contemporary industry thinking. Including a foundation year within the four-year study programme provides students with an early advantage in their academic and professional development. This year allows them to strengthen their skills, knowledge and confidence, with extensive support from expert staff, before progressing to stage one of the honours degree. The foundation year can also be especially valuable for those considering a career change and wishing to gain familiarity with new subject areas. Degrees that include a foundation year are structured as continuous programmes, meaning that students do not need to reapply once the first year has been successfully completed.