Overview

The Sports Therapy (with Foundation Year) programme from The University of Lancashire is ideal if you’ve got the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the necessary formal qualifications to directly join an honours programme. It’s a great stepping stone to a full degree.

What you'll do

Studying with us will equip you with the skills needed to gain an introductory understanding of the sports therapy sector and to progress to degree-level study.

At the state-of-the-art sports facilities you'll gain hands-on skills to help injured athletes recover. These facilities are key to translating theory into practice.

Deepen your understanding of sports science, strength and conditioning, and functional rehabilitation to prepare for a rewarding career in sports therapy.

Future careers

On completion of the four-year Sports Therapy programme, you’ll be a well-rounded practitioner able to help athletes return to full fitness.

Through a blend of specialist learning, hands-on training, and practical application, you’ll be well-prepared to practice in a variety of industry settings.

Professional development is at the heart of this degree, with a strong focus on real-world experience. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to work in our student-led Sports Therapy and Sports Massage Clinic on our Preston Campus.

This fully equipped injury clinic, featuring a cutting-edge movement analysis lab, offers a real-world environment for you to refine your expertise.

Many graduates go on to launch successful private injury clinics, while others secure roles with professional and semi-professional sports teams and organisations.

With the increasing demand for sports therapists in healthcare, graduates also find rewarding careers in the NHS and private healthcare. Moreover, the transferable skills you gain will open doors in teaching, coaching, sports science, and strength and conditioning.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Physiology for Sports and Exercise Therapy

Anatomy

Screening Techniques for Sports Injury Prevention

Manual Therapy for Sports Injuries

Soft Tissue Therapy and Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Preston, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 588 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

64 points at A2 preferably in Biology or PE or Sports or Exercise Science

BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP

BTEC Diploma: MM

Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points

International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects

T Level: P (D or E) preferably in Biology or PE or Sports or Exercise Science

If no previous study in Biology/PE/Sport Sci applicants are asked to complete A 500 word written piece on anatomy and physiology on the topic of your choice.

GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17325 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Preston

United Kingdom

751 - 1425 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

What you'll do

Future careers

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Preston

Funding

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