BSc Sports Therapy
About this course
The BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy is an undergraduate degree within the field of Sports Therapy that focuses on the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries. Core topics include Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, Laboratory Techniques, Programming, Project Management, and Research Methods. The course is accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists and includes practical training based in specialist clinics and laboratories. The first year introduces foundational scientific concepts through modules such as Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 1, Foundation Skills in Sport and Exercise Therapy, Anatomy and Joint Assessment for Sports Therapists, Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 2, Continuing Professional Development Level 4, Into ARU, and the optional CIMSPA Level 2 Gym Instructor. The second year builds on this with Physiological Profiling for Strength and Power, Functional Rehabilitation - SST, Applied Sports Therapy, Applied Research Skills, Physiological Profiling for Endurance, Strength and Conditioning, Professional Development - Level 5, Ruskin Module, and the optional CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer. The final year focuses on advanced practice and independent research through Rehabilitation for Performance - SST, Contemporary Issues for Sport and Exercise Therapy Practice, Professional Practice in Sport Therapy, Undergraduate Research Project, and Advanced Strength and Conditioning.
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Entry requirements
120-104 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a pass in Psychology, Physical Education, Sports Studies or a Science subject at A level or equivalent level. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be required prior to commencing your course.
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 94%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Therapy professionals: 35%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Animal care and control services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 170 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 70%
- London: 10%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 1
- Foundation Skills in Sport and Exercise Therapy
- Anatomy and Joint Assessment for Sports Therapists
- Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 2
- Continuing Professional Development Level 4
- Into ARU
- CIMSPA Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Physiological Profiling for Strength and Power
- Functional Rehabilitation - SST
- Applied Sports Therapy
- Applied Research Skills
- Physiological Profiling for Endurance
- Strength and Conditioning
- Professional Development - Level 5
- Ruskin Module
- CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Rehabilitation for Performance - SST
- Contemporary Issues for Sport and Exercise Therapy Practice
- Professional Practice in Sport Therapy
- Undergraduate Research Project
- Advanced Strength and Conditioning
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sports Therapy at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £30,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Sports Therapy at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sports Therapy at Anglia Ruskin University?
96% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Sports Therapy at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 108 UCAS points.
Is BSc Sports Therapy at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists.
How many students continue on BSc Sports Therapy at Anglia Ruskin University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.