Sports Therapy with Foundation Year (Hons) University College Birmingham

Overview

The Sports Therapy with Foundation Year (Hons) degree from University College Birmingham widens access to those who may not meet traditional entry requirements or are returning to study.

The foundation year strengthens your knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and core professional and academic skills, giving you the support and confidence to enter degree-level study and future clinical practice.

As you progress, you’ll develop hands-on expertise in injury assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation, learning how to guide individuals safely back to full performance. Practical experience is central, with access to specialist facilities including sports injury clinics and human performance labs, alongside opportunities to gain industry-recognised qualifications such as sports massage and first aid.

Career opportunities

Sports Therapy graduates can begin work as a graduate sports therapist with sports teams, injury clinics or private practices. Over time, you could progress to lead therapist roles, specialising in the management or rehabilitation of injury, or work with elite athletes within performance teams. Many graduates continue their learning with a master’s in Physiotherapy, Sport and Exercise Medicine or Strength and Conditioning.