Course overview
The BSc (Hons) in Sports Rehabilitation is a two-year course accredited by The British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRAT) and, provides the training needed to pursue a career as a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator.
It is the only accredited Sports Rehabilitation degree in Scotland and is delivered in partnership with Queen Margaret University (QMU). This unique degree offers an articulation route for students who have already achieved an HND in Sports Therapy with an A pass in Graded Units 1 and 2.
The first 3 years of the degree program are mainly taught at college, with the 4th year taught mainly at QMU.
Course description
What you will learn
Year 3
- Exercise Testing and Prescription for Rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal Management in Sports Rehabilitation 1
- Understanding and Appraising the Evidence for Practice
- Environment and Society in Sports Rehabilitation
- Population, Health and Lifestyle Considerations in Sports Rehabilitation
- Practice-based Learning in Sports Rehabilitation
Year 4
- Musculoskeletal Management in Sports Rehabilitation 2
- Reasoning and Decision Making in Sports Rehabilitation
- Leadership and Enterprise for Practice
- Applying Skills of Critical Enquiry (project)
- Practice-based Learning in Sports Rehabilitation
Entry requirements
- HND Sports Therapy
- 'A' passes in Graded Unit 1 and 2
Don't quite have the grades?
Some courses offer minimum entry requirements, asking for fewer qualifications or lower grades for entry. Universities look at other information, such as your personal experiences and challenges.
Check the course on the university website or contact their student support services.
Progression
- MSc Physiotherapy
Career opportunities
- You can work as a Sports Rehabilitator in a variety of settings which could include private practice, NHS, third sector, professional sports clubs / teams or self-employment
Course options
Course Type: Full-time
Details
Venue details
Granton Campus
350 West Granton Road
Edinburgh
Course provider
Edinburgh College
Granton Campus
350 West Granton Road
Edinburgh