Sports and Exercise Rehabilitation with Foundation Year

Course Summary
Middlesex University’s Sport and Exercise Rehabilitation BSc Honours degree prepares you for a rewarding career in injury prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation for physically active individuals and professional athletes. Taught by active sports professionals with expertise in sports rehabilitation and performance, this course equips you with the skills and knowledge to excel in clinical and professional settings. Based at StoneX Stadium, home of Saracens Rugby Club, you’ll gain hands-on experience in advanced facilities designed to enhance your learning and career prospects.

Why Study this course at Middlesex?
Ranked as the top institution in London for Sport, Exercise Science, and Rehabilitation by The Guardian League Tables 2023, Middlesex provides an exceptional foundation for success in this specialist field. The course is delivered at our state-of-the-art facilities at StoneX Stadium, featuring a £23 million redevelopment of the West Stand with cutting-edge labs, simulation suites, and specialist spaces. Our collaborations with elite sports teams, such as Tottenham Hotspur and Saracens Rugby Club, provide unparalleled opportunities to build professional networks and gain practical experience. With 92% of students expressing satisfaction with learning resources in the NSS 2024 survey, you’ll benefit from expert teaching and excellent facilities.

What Will You Learn?
This degree focuses on injury prevention, primary healthcare, and lifestyle management for a variety of clients, from elite athletes to special populations. You’ll develop the skills to provide immediate care for acute injuries and illnesses, devise strategies to reduce injury risk, and evaluate individual health to implement evidence-based therapeutic and exercise interventions.

You’ll gain knowledge of risk management, injury prevention programs, and the nutritional requirements of physically active individuals. The course also explores the psychological, social, and physical behaviors of athletes, enabling you to design safe and effective training programs tailored to clients’ cultural and social backgrounds.

Accredited by BASRaT (The British Association of Sport Rehabilitators), this program ensures you meet professional standards and provides access to an international network of skilled practitioners. Practical studies are conducted on campus and at StoneX Stadium, alongside 400 hours of clinical practice to prepare you for a successful career in sports rehabilitation.

Graduates of this course are equipped with the laboratory, clinical, and professional skills needed for roles in sports rehabilitation, healthcare, and high-performance environments. With industry connections and an accredited qualification, Middlesex is your gateway to an impactful career in sport and exercise rehabilitation.

Modules
For more details about this programme, please visit the course page:
https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/foundation-year-in-sport/