By taking our programme you’ll become a leader in Sports Medicine. We’ll teach you evidence-based practice to deliver safe and effective care to those engaging in sport.
Why study with us
- Our course is flexible and it’s been developed with feedback from clinical partners and alumni.
- You’ll be taught by staff and researchers who have worked in the field of Sports Medicine from grass roots sports to National team level.
- Study this programme full-time over 1 year or part-time over 2-5 years, and discuss flexible options with our course leader.
What you'll do
- Lecturers from Medicine, Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy and Sport, Exercise and Nutritional Sciences work concurrently to deliver our modules.
- You’ll have access to facilities from the School of Medicine, the divisions of Sports and Health Sciences, as well as the Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre and the UCLan Sports Arena.
- Optional modules include Injection Therapy or Concussion; two modules unique to our course which will allow you to develop specialist skills.
Modules
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.
Related CPD/short courses
Some of the content on this course is available as standalone, short courses:
Accreditations
Future careers
Our programme will enable you to pursue a career in Sports Medicine, or continue with your education.
Entry requirements
- Applicants admitted onto the course will meet the following requirements
- Must have completed Year 3 of MBChB (MBBS) qualification or relevant professional qualification for example in Physiotherapy, Sports Therapy or Sports Rehabilitation
- Be actively engaged in or access clinical experience in a Sports and Exercise Medicine practice in order to support learning within the programme
- Have sufficient competency in English language (IELTS Level 6.0 or equivalent)
- All suitable applicants will be interviewed. Interview procedures and decisions regarding applications will be conducted within the University’s policies on equal opportunities and admissions
- A satisfactory Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland) is required for this course
This course will involve you working with vulnerable groups of individuals, this may include children. In order to ensure that the University offers places on their programmes to suitable candidates you will be required to obtain a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance (formerly termed CRB).
Fees and funding
Scholarships and bursaries
We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.
Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.
Dependants Bursary
Students with financially dependent children may be eligible for our Dependants Bursary as part of our financial support package.
Find out more about Dependants BursaryCarers Bursary
If you need extra support because you have unpaid caring responsibilities alongside your studies.
Find out more about Carers BursarySports scholarships
We offer student athletes support and opportunities for their playing careers whilst they study a high-quality degree.
Find out more about Sports scholarshipsAlumni Loyalty Discount
UK students with a previous award from us will receive 20% tuition fee discount.
Find out more about Alumni Loyalty Discount
This course is delivered by the School of Medicine and Dentistry
For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information
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