Sports and Exercise Therapy BSc (Hons)

The aim of this module is for you to develop and deliver appropriate and comprehensive rehabilitation programmes to a variety of client groups; with consideration of various factors such as age, gender and general health. The module will involve you integrating therapeutic exercise interventions for clients with dysfunctional movement patterns using examples from real life situations.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to enable you to recognise and develop your skills needed to be able deal with a trauma situation whether in sport or other situations. Theoretical components will be taught alongside practical application to allow a deeper understanding within a case study environment. All skills will be underpinned by the awareness of the pathophysiological processes, and signs and symptoms of common conditions associated with sport and exercise. On completion of this module you should be able to create and conduct a thorough risk assessment with an emergency action plan (EAP) in a variety of uncontrolled settings.

Compulsory

This module aims to explore manual therapy and the application for use as a Sports and Exercise Therapist. Throughout the module, you will explore and evaluate various manual therapy techniques that can be applied to the central body and peripheral limbs. You will then be able to undertake clinical assessments with clinical reasoning then apply appropriate manual therapy interventions to target the cause of the presentation. The module will engage you debates and problem-solving exercises using examples from real-life issues, while underpinned by common pathological central and peripheral neuromusculoskeletal complaints and dysfunctions.

Compulsory

This assessment-only module brings together the taught elements from the Functional Rehabilitation module and the Manual Therapy module. Here you will integrate your knowledge and skills to assess and apply a range of appropriate techniques to address the clinical presentation.

Compulsory

The ability to progress an athlete's rehabilitation program for successful reintroduction back into sport is an important attribute for a Sports and Exercise Therapist. Therefore, this module aims to explore a range of athletes from a variety of sporting populations and competitive levels, challenging you to devise and undertake progressive rehabilitation strategies with the aim of reintroducing the athletes back into sport. Throughout this module, you will consider the role of a Sports and Exercise Therapist and how they are required to work alongside other professionals, covering a range of topics that influence success of the athlete’s return to performance.

Compulsory

This module aims to enhance analytical skills allowing you to develop a deeper understanding of research skills related to Sports and Exercise Therapy. You will explore qualitative and quantitative approaches to research with focus on critical analysis leading to problem solving and discovery. These skills will enable you to construct appropriate research design to explore novel insights in the field of sports and exercise therapy. Furthermore, the application of scientific and non-scientific communication will be developed supporting you in the dissemination of research.

Compulsory

Working within a clinical setting is a fundamental requirement of being a Sports and Exercise Therapist. This module will prepare you for being an effective clinical therapist through developing your knowledge and understanding of the roles and responsibilities of working within a clinic. The module will expose you to a wide range of clinical topics and populations, where you will critically evaluate a range of treatment modalities and develop your proficiency in their application. This module's aim is to prepare you to work effectively within the third year Sports and Exercise Therapy clinics and document your clinical experience hours towards gaining accreditation under the Society of Sports Therapists.

Compulsory

This module² provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved placement undertaken during your programme. A placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Optional

This module² provides you with an opportunity to reflect upon and gain experience for an approved international study/work placement undertaken during your programme. A work/study placement should usually be at least 26 weeks or equivalent; however, each placement will be considered on its own merits, having regard to the ability to achieve the learning outcomes.

Optional

The aim of this module is to introduce you to working within a professional clinical environment where you will be able to manage your time and organise the clinic effectively². As a Sports and Exercise Therapy student you will be exposed to the concepts of clinical reasoning and evidence-informed practice when assessing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal disorders. You will develop your clinical skills through practical experiences with clients supported by tutors within the clinical environment. You will also experience taking on the role of a clinic manager, where you will apply your communication skills, organisational skills, timekeeping, record keeping and leadership skills.

Compulsory

The knowledge and understanding of the scientific research process developed in the second year of study will be applied by you to create a research question within a chosen topic area. An independent research study will then be designed and communicated in the form of a critical literature appraisal and portfolio. This assessment will showcase, amongst other things, your ability to seek and identify relevant information, develop research question(s) and make evidence-based informed judgments. These are all key graduate level skills desired by employers as they are often representative of an individual’s ability to perform work-based tasks such as write reports, develop business cases and conduct audits. In addition, this module provides the opportunity for you to evaluate and practice specific practical skills and methods relevant to your proposed research. You will also gain valuable experience in exploring ethical and health and safety issues, including completing appropriate documentation, surrounding your proposed research. The module provides an opportunity for you to develop skills and behaviours that foster graduate attributes such as valuing difference, agile/adaptable thinkers, collaborative communicators, motivated contributors and socially mindful.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is for you to be able to identify and reason how and why sport injures may occur and what can be done to reduce the risk of injury. This module will introduce you to the concepts and models of injury causation and the analysis of an athlete's needs based on research literature around epidemiology. You will practically explore and critically evaluate the benefits of screening and profiling tests and develop an ability to devise an injury risk management strategy for an athlete.

Compulsory

This module has the aim of evolving you into becoming an independent Sports and Exercise Therapy practitioner. Your clinic experience will continue working actively with supervisors; however, a greater emphasis will be placed on developing your clinical reasoning and interpretation as well as individualised intervention plans for each client. Over the semester, you will work both independently as well as learn to take a leading role within your clinical team. Clinical sessions will provide the opportunity for you to gain the experience in identifying causes, risk reduction, diagnosis, investigation and management of the common injuries and dysfunctions that arise as a result of daily activities and through sport and exercise. Student learning for this module will also be supported by external placement opportunities that allow you to obtain the minimum of 200 clinical experience hours to gain accreditation for the Society of Sports Therapists (SST)².

Compulsory

Within this module, you conduct, analyse, interpret and communicate, via a scientific research paper and oral presentation, a scientific investigation in a specialised area of sport and/or exercise. You are expected to demonstrate an ability to work independently and show high levels of organisational skills throughout all phases of your work. Once analysed, data must be presented and critically evaluated in light of the current literature. In addition, you will reflect critically on day-to-day experiences of conducting research. You are expected to behave professionally when interacting with research participants, students and module staff at all times. The module provides an opportunity for you to develop skills and behaviours that foster graduate attributes such as valuing difference, agile/adaptable thinkers, collaborative communicators, motivated contributors and socially mindful.

Compulsory

The aim of this module is to allow you to critically evaluate and develop solutions to complex, inter-related, multi-faceted issues that may be encountered when working to return an individual back to full capacity. This module will develop your appreciation of the biopsychosocial consideration of working with clients alongside the demands placed upon them when progressing to return through rehabilitation. You will gain a greater insight into the role of a Sports and Exercise Therapist in returning individuals to full fitness, and further develop your understanding of the multidisciplinary approach to facilitate an appreciation of all aspects of rehabilitation and return to play. The module will engage you in a wide range of debates and problem-solving exercise(s) using examples from real-life issues.

Compulsory