Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides a comprehensive foundation in exercise science, human movement, and athlete recovery. This programme is designed to equip students with the technical expertise required to excel as professional coaches and rehabilitation specialists. By combining theoretical lectures with extensive practical sessions, the curriculum ensures a deep understanding of how the human body responds to physical activity.

Why Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

• Study a leading course ranked 5th in the UK for Sports Science by the Guardian University Guide 2026.
• Access the Cambridge Centre for Sport and Exercise Sciences, featuring accredited labs, a 3D motion capture suite, and a dedicated rehabilitation clinic.
• Benefit from an industry-approved curriculum accredited by CIMSPA and aligned with UK Strength and Conditioning Association standards.
• Learn from highly skilled lecturers with professional experience as sport therapists and conditioning coaches.
• Engage with Live Briefs developed alongside employers to solve real-world problems in the sports industry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 18400 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Year 1

• Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science
• Sport Coaching and Development
• Practical Delivery of Sport and Physical Education

Year 2

• Applied Research Skills
• Physiological Profiling for Strength and Power
• Functional Rehabilitation
• Practical Competencies in Biomechanics
• Strength and Conditioning
• Applied Coaching and Teaching

Year 3

• Talent Identification and Development in Sport
• Rehabilitation for Performance
• Exercise Medicine
• Advanced Strength and Conditioning

Careers with Strength and Conditioning with Rehabilitation (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for immediate entry into the rapidly growing sport and fitness industry. Because the programme aligns with UK Strength and Conditioning Association standards, students are qualified to work as professional strength and conditioning coaches for sports teams or individual athletes. The curriculum also supports pathways into personal training and gym instruction for those who complete specific optional modules.

Beyond elite performance, opportunities exist in community health and recreational sport. Graduates often work with individuals recovering from injuries or support groups in becoming more physically active. The degree provides a strong foundation for further academic study, such as a Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Psychology, helping students specialise further in their chosen field.