Exeter College

BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy

Institution code E81
Duration

2 years
Course type

Part-time
Study location Exeter College
Recognised as one of the leading further education college in the country, we offer small class sizes and one-to-one support. We offer courses delivered by friendly staff with industry experience. We offer modern, specialist, acclaimed learning resource centres. The result of studying with us? You earn a nationally and internationally recognised qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth.

Course details

  • Year 1

  • Core modules

    EXCE3014
    Advanced Strength and Conditioning

    The module is closely mapped to the UKSCA guidelines and outcomes, to enable students to investigate interdisciplinary sciences, involved within Strength and Conditioning principles, including specific techniques and methods. In addition to this the module will cover human anatomy and physiological responses enabling students to consolidate and extend their understanding of strength and conditioning

    EXCE3015
    Examination and Assessment of Soft Tissue Injury

    This module will focus on the theoretical anatomy of the trunk, back and spine. Learners will practically assess these including the relevance of the anatomy involved. Students will be able to identify and critically review common back problems and dysfunctions They will develop aetiology analysis of common injuries in different sports and exercise to enable a deeper understanding of evidence-based diagnosis and practice

    EXCE3016
    Sports Rehabilitation and Adherence Considerations

    This module is a mixture of theory and practical, the assessment methods will be based around theoretical application. Students will investigate risk reduction and rehabilitation protocols, including return to play. It can be challenging to engage a client in their rehabilitation; therefore, we will look at behavioural factors that influence their adherence, and to investigate a variety of behavioural strategies

  • Year 2

  • Core modules

    EXCE3017
    Dissertation

    This module allows students an opportunity to develop their subject expertise and develop their research, intellectual and organisational skills through the writing of a detailed dissertation thesis. The module provides students with a good structure of designing a proposal, creating a project and then finally presenting the outcomes.

    EXCE3018
    Interdisciplinary and Clinical Practice

    The module will aim to broaden learners understanding and appreciation of professions related to Sports Therapy, it’s history and philosophy. Students will complete a total of 150 hours of practice within the field, including some clinical practice in house. Students will lead the clinical sessions at the college, with some support from the teacher

The modules shown for this course are those currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new modules. Please note that programme structures and individual modules are subject to amendment from time to time as part of the University’s curriculum enrichment programme and in line with changes in the University’s policies and requirements.

Fees, costs and funding
As this course is delivered by one of our partner colleges, please contact the college directly for information on fees and funding.

* UK Government announcement on tuition fees

On Monday 4 November 2024, the UK Government announced a proposal to increase tuition fees for home undergraduate students from £9,250 to £9,535 per annum from September 2025 onwards. The University of Plymouth intends to apply this new fee from September 2025. However, implementation of this increase will be subject to parliamentary procedure. This change applies to new students starting their studies in September 2025. For current and returning students, the University is reviewing fees and will update you as soon as possible.

How to apply

For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below. 

Our partnership with Exeter College
The University of Plymouth has developed partnerships with institutions around the world with the sole purpose of making higher education more accessible to those people who need something just a little different.

Our Academic Partnerships enable students to enrol for a degree at a partnership institution closer to home, or engage in distance learning – even when they’re in the middle of the ocean. They are there for those people looking to return to education, or enhance their professional development. Full- or part-time; foundation degree to masters-level – we cater for a huge variety of needs and aspirations.

Many of our partners offer specialist degrees, unique facilities, and smaller class sizes at a competitive price. And as a student of two institutions, you get the best of both worlds; a supportive learning environment as part of a close-knit community, and a university-level qualification awarded by the University of Plymouth. You’ll enjoy not only the facilities and services your partnership institution provides, but also all of the additional support and resources you need from us, and you’ll automatically become a member of our Students’ Union, too.

We are continuing to grow the number of partner institutions and expand our academic community to new locations around the UK and overseas. Why not visit the Academic Partnerships page on our website for a full list of partners and for more details on studying with us?

One of our partners delivers this particular course – so please visit their website for full course details, entry requirements, tuition fees and information on what student life is like there. 

Please contact Exeter College to apply for this course:

Exeter College
Hele Road
Exeter
EX4 4JS

Tel: +441392400500
Email: info@exe-coll.ac.uk

Open days

Partner college open days

This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.

University of Plymouth open days

You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.

Studying with Exeter College

We’re proud of our awards – and you can be proud of your education with us. In 2012 we were recognised as the leading further education college in the country after winning two Times Educational Supplement FE Awards.
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