Education and Training
Course Accreditation
BASRaT accredits undergraduate and postgraduate educational programmes at institutions across the UK.
Students apply high-level academic and practical management skills to diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries. BASRaT accredited courses are closely monitored and place emphasis on implementing tailored exercise and rehab programmes.
Degree course content
BASRaT accredited degree courses cover the broad range of content required to become musculoskeletal healthcare professionals. This includes public health, behaviour change and pain science with a strong focus on exercise rehabilitation for varied patient populations, including those with long term conditions and non-communicable disease. This is in addition to the core topics such as anatomy & physiology, MSK assessment, clinical reasoning, treatment modalities, biomechanics and pre-hospital care.
Supervised clinical work
Students gain practical experience alongside their degree. To be accepted onto the BASRaT register, Sport Rehabilitators must complete 400+ hours of clinical work ensuring BASRaT students graduate with professional experience.
More in depth information aimed at current and aspiring institutions can be found in the BASRaT Educational Framework document.
Accredited Institutions
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Welcome to Canterbury Christ Church University – Our team are really looking forward to inspiring, supporting and working with you, as you begin your journey towards a rewarding career as a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator (GSR).
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The MSc programme at Cardiff Metropolitan University adopts an evidence-based approach to problem solving and considers anatomical, biomechanical, physiological and psychological factors when considering the prevention and treatment of sport and exercise related injuries. The programme team includes experienced physiotherapists and sport rehabilitation staff the campus has extensive and world-class practical facilities for the teaching, learning and research components of the programme. Modules within the programme are delivered via a blended approach to develop and enhance both practical and theoretical learning. Students acquire an advanced understanding of: patient assessment, diagnosis and prevention and rehabilitation of sport and health related conditions, and develop their skills through supervised clinical experience. As with all BASRaT accredited courses, students have to complete a minimum of 400 clinical placement hours to be eligible to become a member of the professional body. The University has links with a number of professional and semi-professional sports clubs and teams to aid students with their placement hours. Students will also complete a pre-hospital trauma care course to enhance their skills and employability.
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Health Sciences University is based in Dorset on the South Coast of England. The three-year BASRaT accredited degree in BSc (Hons) Sports Rehabilitation offers students the ability to develop a contemporary evidence-based approach to rehabilitation in sport, exercise and health settings, and the opportunity to learn alongside other professions. The innovative curriculum has been purpose built to integrate with the state-of-the-art facilities including onsite clinics, imaging services, treatment spaces and a pro-section laboratory. The course is taught by experienced, practitioner-focused staff who work with elite and professional athletes across a range of sports. With a minimum of 400-hours of clinical placement hours embedded across Levels 5 and 6, students have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a range of rehabilitation settings.
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This 12-18 months course (depending upon placements) offers students the opportunity to meet the requirements to register as a Graduate Sport Rehabilitator studying at a specialist Health Sciences University. The course offers students the ability to develop a contemporary evidence-based approach to rehabilitation in sport, exercise and health settings, and the opportunity to learn alongside other professions including physiotherapy and chiropractic. Applications are welcome from graduates from sport exercise and health science, sports coaching, and physical education courses, as well as other manual therapy professions. As with all BASRaT accredited courses, students must complete a minimum of 400 clinical placement hours.
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At the University of Hull you’ll combine theory, hands-on experience, critical reflection and professional judgement as you learn to excel in the latest techniques in exercise rehabilitation. Besides the three-year option, you can also extend your study to a Masters level with an extra year or the foundation year option boosts your skills and knowledge if you don't quite meet our academic entry requirements.
We are the official university partner of Team GB. This exclusive relationship covers the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Olympics, as well as the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics
Gain a minimum of 400 hours of experience on clinical placements with professional sports clubs, such as Hull City, Hull FC and Hull Kingston Rovers, or with private practitioners
97% overall student satisfaction in the 2018 National Student Survey (NSS)
Access the latest technology in our newly-upgraded and expanded £16-million sporting facilities
95% of students are in work or further study six months after graduating (UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education survey, for the academic year 2016/17 published by the Higher Education Statistics Agency 2018).
Our expertise is illustrated by our collaborations with FIFA, the International Olympic Committee and the World Anti-Doping Agency. You'll work in facilities such as our Sports Rehabilitation Suite, Health and Human Performance Laboratory, Environmental Chamber, Performance Analysis Suite, and Exercise Physiology Laboratories.
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BSc Sport Rehabilitation course at Liverpool Hope University provides you with the theoretical knowledge and a broad range of clinical skills required to undertake the role of a sport rehabilitation professional. You will learn to improve health and function in elite athletes and in populations with injury, illness and disease and to positively contribute to improving public health. Throughout the course you will be taught by an interdisciplinary team of research-active academics and practitioners, with teaching and research interests across a broad spectrum of sport and exercise science, sport injuries, and rehabilitation.
Studying Sport Rehabilitation at Liverpool Hope University will give you an in-depth understanding of current theories and principles in sport and musculoskeletal injuries including: exercise physiology, clinical musculoskeletal anatomy, motor control and sport biomechanics, exercise & sport performance, sport psychology, exercise prescription, sport massage, principles of rehabilitation and injury management, and clinical reasoning.
The course will also equip you with a comprehensive range of laboratory measurement skills to enhance your learning experience in the practical aspects of sport rehabilitation. During the course you will have access to top-class facilities including a dedicated Clinical Room, University’s on-site clinic, a modern Strengthening and Conditioning Unit, a comprehensive fitness gym, multiple Sport & Exercise Science and Sport Biomechanics laboratories, and a broad range of outdoor and indoor sport facilities.
The University will arrange for you a minimum of 400 hours of clinical/vocational placements in a variety of settings (e.g. sports injury and physiotherapy clinics, professional sport clubs, fitness centres, rehabilitation centres, physical activity and health promotion units) to provide you with an enhanced experience by means of applied and clinical skills, industry knowledge and professional network. You will also encouraged to identify and organise some voluntary work placements yourself.
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This dynamic programme is professionally accredited by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT), providing you with the skills to work with active individuals or sports teams of all ages, from recreational to elite standard. Our Graduate Sport Rehabilitators (GSRs) are trained to be first response practitioners working pitch-side at sporting events and are qualified to assess and treat musculoskeletal injuries from the point of injury.
Here at LSBU, you will be part of the Division of Physiotherapy, Sport Rehabilitation and Chiropractic, studying in one of the largest Schools of Health and Social Care in the country. This will allow you to become familiar with the wider healthcare community and how this relates to the work of a GSR. Additionally, as part of this programme, you have the opportunity to qualify as a Sports Massage Therapist and register with the Sports Massage Association, as well as being eligible to be listed on the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs). You will also undertake the Pre-Hospital Immediate Care in Sport course (Level 2), which is accredited by the Rugby Football Union (RFU).
This course can also be studied as a 4 year integrated Master course, as detailed below.
There are excellent onsite facilities at LSBU, including an Academy of Sport, an onsite clinic, and state-of-the-art clinical and human performance laboratories. In addition to our top-class facilities, our central London location provides easy access to a range of exciting health, sport and exercise clinical placement opportunities, which you will undertake as an integral part of your course, allowing you to combine theory with evidence-based practice.
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The above course can also be studied as a 4 year Integrated Masters. There's an option to transfer between these courses at the end of the second year depending on the grades achieved. In addition to the BSC course content you will study Research in Health and Social Care and have the option to study additional modules.
There's a big emphasis on injury prevention and exercise prescription, including programming for return to sport, performance enhancement and improving health and function in populations with injury, illness and disease.
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Middlesex University offers a three year degree including 400 hours of practical experience in sports injury clinics/sports clubs. In addition, students can participate in the sports injury clinic which supports the healthcare needs of both staff & students while providing an opportunity for teaching and placements. The state-of-the-art human performance laboratory, enables students to analyse the best format for performance.
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The University of St. Mark and St. John, in Plymouth, offers a BASRaT accredited three year degree in BSc (Hons) Rehabilitation in Sport and Exercise Science including over 400 clinical hours across a variety of rehabilitation environments. The University has a state of the art 12 bed commercial clinic, a separate and exclusive teaching clinic and a human performance laboratory and rehabilitation area. Modules within the degree programme are taught through a blended approach to enhance both practical and theoretical learning The University has a well-established dynamic, and practitioner focused, teaching team who work with professional athletes across a number of sports.
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Enhance your skill set developing the clinical competencies needed to establish yourself as a Sport Rehabilitator with this Sport Rehabilitation Master's degree. Our world class sports science and rehabilitation facilities enables students to combine the theoretical content with practical application
In our Sport and Health Clinic you will be able to apply your clinical skills under expert supervision in addition to engaging in professional placements through our strong links with local sports teams, the Armed Forces, local private practices, professional sport clubs and businesses and at national sporting events to achieve a minimum of 400 clinical hours.
The course includes the RFU Pre-Hospital Immediate Care in Sport (PHICIS) level 2 qualification with fees embedded within your tuition fees.
This Sport Rehabilitation Masters degree is part time and is accredited by the British Association of Sport Rehabilitators and Trainers (BASRaT).
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This innovative new course draws on QMU's rich and highly respected teaching expertise within the field of health and physiotherapy, and is the only accredited Sport Rehabilitation degree in Scotland. This programme will allow you to develop a broader understanding of the prevention and management of injury and disease in an exercise and physical activity context and will equip you with the expertise and practical skills that you need to work in a range of settings which could include private practice, NHS, third sector or professional sports teams/clubs.
The programme recognises that sport includes all forms of physical activity which may be either casual, organised, or at a professional, competitive level. Therefore you will work with a range of clients from professional sportspeople to those solely undertaking sport for personal and enjoyment reasons. This could include special populations such as older adults, disabled people, people with a chronic disease and children. Graduates will make a positive contribution to the health and wellbeing of individuals and of society.
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Taught by recognised experts in our state-of-the-art facilities, you will learn about treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. This prestigious course will enable you to apply high-level academic and practical management skills to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal injuries in the physically active. You will benefit from at least four months of organised and varying clinical placements including sports injury clinics, professional sports club, private practices and placements under the direct supervision of a specialist orthopaedic consultant surgeon. You will learn in our brand new £21 million new building containing state-of-the-art lecture rooms, practical (plinth) rooms, rehabilitation and strength and conditioning rooms. Our world-class human performance laboratory contains almost every type of physiological and biomechanical testing equipment, including a 30-metre sprint track with in-built force platforms, motion cameras, blood and gas analysis equipment and speed guns. This course opens up a wide range of career opportunities in the management of musculoskeletal injuries in venues such as the Ministry of Defence, professional sports clubs, clinics, medical charities, private hospitals and areas of the NHS.
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St Mary's University accepted its first cohort in 1994 and the course has developed and evolved since then with the advancements in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Students complete a minimum of 400 hours of clinical placement in a range of settings and St Mary’s University has placement partnerships with several elite level clubs and well established clinics. In addition, we run our own onsite student clinic where students treat a range of patients with differing injuries under the supervision of experienced clinical academic staff. Teaching takes place in purpose built clinical teaching rooms alongside world class laboratory facilities.
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This 2-year MSc programme provides graduates of relevant disciplines an opportunity to gain all the skills and capabilities necessary to become a Graduate Sport Rehabilitator, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based practice. Applications are welcome from graduates in sport and exercise science, sports coaching, strength and conditioning, sport science, sports therapy, physical education and physiotherapy. As with all BASRaT accredited courses, students must complete a minimum of 400 clinical placement hours.
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Following a recent 250 million pound investment, students study and work in state of the art facilities to develop their skills in clinical rooms, biomedical laboratories, specialist gym space, environmental chamber and a hydrotherapy pool. On-site sports injury clinics and massage clinics give students practical experience throughout their programme from the start of year one.
Students will study a range of modules through blended learning with a highly experienced teaching team. 400 hours of clinical placements are provided with a range of elite and sub elite teams offering students the best chance to integrate theory into practice.
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We provide exciting, stimulating and rewarding experiences through a regular and sustained programme of exceptional teaching and additional learning experiences which provide a fantastic student experience.
We fully understand the value of Sport Rehabilitators and the multidimensional competencies which are demanded in the variety of industries and sectors. From participatory to elite sport and Olympians, to rehabilitation and care of personnel injured in our armed forces. We aim to prepare, train and enhance your understanding and knowledge which can enable you to excel in your chosen sector. The course is a blend of musculoskeletal assessment, manual and active therapy, athlete assessment and rehabilitation.
With an evolving demand on the skills and knowledge of the Graduate Sports Rehabilitator (GSR) the course initially covers the understanding of the athlete/client’s needs, aiming to develop your clinical understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities. The course follows a natural progression to further evolve these skills whilst maintaining a constant stream of research led learning, which is a primary focus through evidence based practice. The actively practising and vastly experienced course lecturing team and support staff offer excellent practical placement opportunities throughout the 3 years of study, with 400 hours of clinical work experience to be completed over these 3 years. With students travelling as far as Australia to undertake placement’s within professional sports organisations.
Our new Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation clinical teaching building and our excellent facilities will be at the centre of your learning experience, close on-site links to our BUCS student athletes, School of Sport Science and Physical Activity students and Paramedic staff, provide an excellent opportunity to develop the taught theoretical basis in a practical environment. The campus also contains our BASES accredited Physiology and Biomechanical assessment laboratories, strength and conditioning and a brand new indoor rehabilitation area and outdoor sporting facilities, all of which provide a diverse learning environment in a vibrant and diverse city.
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The degree programme at the University of Bolton has produced excellent graduates for over 12 years, successfully working across all levels of sport, the Ministry of Defence, private clinic practice, and bespoke health and fitness establishments. You will benefit from the outstanding facilities in Bolton One, including our teaching clinic suites, rehabilitation suite with Alter G treadmill, hydrotherapy pool,strength and conditioning room and practitioner-led Sports and Spinal Injuries Clinic. Our large sports laboratories host a 90-metre sprint track with advanced biomechanical and physiological analysis equipment which integrate into our course teaching to give you the knowledge and skills required to manage the injured elite athlete or everyday public. You will be taught by an experienced staff team who bring a broad network of work placement opportunities to help you build your confidence and experience. We also offer an army reserves pathway which runs alongside our undergraduate degree course for any student wishing to join the reserves whilst studying.
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We are the University of Cumbria. Here, we equip, empower and inspire you to discover great things from the day you arrive. Our course is designed so you gain high-quality profession-specific knowledge and practical skills to prevent, assess, diagnose and treat sports and physical activity-related injuries. With a minimum of 400-hours vocational placement integrated in your degree, you get to develop hands-on practice and experience right from the start of your course, from performing early pitch-side first aid and pre/post-event sports massage for sports teams, through to complete injury assessments, exercise rehabilitation and manual therapy, and injury prevention work in a variety of settings, all to help prepare you for employment. Our innovative programme is now also the only BASRaT accredited programme to be CIMSPA endorsed by having an integrated Strength and Conditioning Trainer qualification, helping further raise your level of expertise and employability to really stand out from the crowd! This is in addition to a range of other qualifications included in our programme, such as Sports First Aid, Rocktape and the RFU Immediate Care in Sport course.
Our campus is based in a vibrant student city by the spectacular north west coastline, and within an hour of the Lake District National Park which is where we have our stand-out 10-day residential placement opportunity at the Brathay 10 in 10 charitable event. This gives you the chance to provide complete sport rehabilitation support to help one runner complete 10 marathons over 10 consecutive days, running around Lake Windermere. Our academic theory is backed up with hands-on practice in a multi-million-pound sports complex, rehabilitation gyms and dedicated sports laboratories. Whether you want employment in the NHS, with professional sports clubs or running your own clinic, we’ll help ensure you develop all the knowledge and skills you need to do so. This is why Sport graduates at the University of Cumbria are ranked 2nd nationally for graduate earnings 5 years post-university relative to the average degree (Institute for Fiscal Studies Report, 2018).
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The University of Kent offers a 3 year BASRaT accredited BSc (Hons) programme in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation, in the School of Sport and Exercise Sciences. We have been offering programmes in Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation for more than 15 years. You will be taught by a dynamic team of experts in the field, with decades of experience in elite and semi-professional sport, the development of international rehabilitation guidelines, exercise tracking devices, as well as novel assessment and imaging techniques. This is a 3 year program in which you will gain all the required knowledge and skills to become a Graduate Sports Rehabilitator or Sports Therapist. You will learn how to assess, treat and rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries and conditions in a wide range of people, ranging from elite athletes to community exercise groups. In the first year, you will learn all about anatomy and physiology of both healthy and injured people. Year 2 modules focus on the application of rehabilitation and manual therapy techniques, as well as the psychology of exercise and rehabilitation. In your final year, you will refine your knowledge and skills with modules focusing on return to sport and injury prevention, as well as advanced rehabilitation and soft tissue techniques. You will be completing 400 placement hours, spread over the 3 years. These hours will enable you to practise your newly learned skills in a professional environment with experienced supervisors. Placements range from male and female rugby, football and basketball teams, to specialist sports injury and rehabilitation clinics. We have links with international and national sporting events, charities and exercise groups for cardiac patients, stroke patients and people with long-term conditions such as Parkinson's Disease. You will be taught in our specialist teaching clinics and rehabilitation gyms, as well as our Sport Science and Human Performance laboratories. For more information about the programme or studying at Kent, please see our website.
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Located in the centre of England at our £330 million Waterside Campus, this innovative 3-year BASRaT approved programme has been developed around our student centred Active Blended Learning approach to teaching. With a minimum of 400-hours of work-based learning embedded across Levels 5 and 6 you will gain hands-on practice and experience to prepare you for your postgraduate career.
Our new laboratories are equipped with state of the art technologies in athlete screening, injury assessment, injury management and strength and conditioning to ensure you are skilled to meet the demands of the future workplace. Alongside our in-house sports injury clinic, our long-established partnerships across elite football, rugby and cricket sports teams and private practices offer you experiences in a variety of areas relevant for a Sport Rehabilitator. Our Integrated Learner Support system will also ensure that you are supported in all areas that you require to succeed and fulfil your academic potential.
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The University of Nottingham began accepting students to the BSc Sport Rehabilitation degree programme in 2014. In year one, Sport Rehabilitation students are taught core modules alongside students on the highly popular and long-running BSc Physiotherapy course. Sports-specific knowledge and skills are further developed in years two and three, including over 400 hours of clinical placement. Students are able to choose from a selection of optional modules in year three and an elective placement completes the course. The University has links with many professional and semi-professional sports clubs and teams in the East Midlands region and further afield where students will be placed. Placements will be in a variety of sport, exercise and rehabilitation settings, including the University Sports Injury Clinic and aquatic therapy pool in the new £40 million David Ross Sports Village. Opportunities to work with University teams will also be available. The programme is taught by experienced physiotherapy and sport rehabilitation staff within the Division of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences as well as other sport and exercise science experts within the University.
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This integrated course provides an exciting opportunity for students wishing to specialise in musculoskeletal rehabilitation related to sport, exercise and fitness. Sports Rehabilitators and Therapists are involved in the management and rehabilitation of athletes and patients with musculoskeletal conditions arising from long-term medical conditions to short-term sports injuries. A graduate sport rehabilitator is an autonomous healthcare practitioner. In working across a wide range of settings, graduates will often be required to work with other health professionals (for example physiotherapists) or as part of multi-disciplinary teams, and as such will need an appreciation of subjects as diverse as anatomy, pathophysiology, psychology, physiology, biomechanics and strength and conditioning.
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UWE Bristol's School of Health and Social Care has an excellent national and international reputation and is committed to educating students to meet the demands of a career in Sport Rehabilitation.
Apart from the University having excellent recreational facilities including a Centre of Sport built in 2006, the School has several well equipped practical rooms in addition to the Human Analysis Laboratory, which houses the latest state of the art technology and the Inter-professional Simulation Suite offers opportunities to demonstrate and practice professional competencies
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At Wrexham University, you’ll learn from experienced professionals and train in state-of-the-art facilities. Our programme equips you with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to excel in diverse settings, from working directly with sports teams to contributing to health promotion initiatives.
What will you gain?
Holistic Understanding: Delve into the wider impact of neuromusculoskeletal injuries on health and wellbeing, considering all factors that contribute to injury and recovery.
Person-Centred Approach: Learn to provide care that is tailored to each individual, with an emphasis on motivational interviewing and clear communication.
Professional Skills: Students will be provided with opportunities to accrue a minimum 400 placement hours in our onsite clinic and/or network of placement providers. Where you will develop the ability to manage workloads and maintain professionalism, ensuring you deliver the highest standard of client/patient care.
BASRaT Readiness: Gain the competence, confidence, knowledge, and skills necessary to be eligible to apply for the registration examination and to meet the exacting standards of becoming a Graduate Sport Rehabilitator (BASRaT-Reg).
Adaptability: Stay ahead of the curve by becoming adaptable and responsive to the ever-evolving landscape of sport rehabilitation while using high performance, innovative equipment and spaces.
Theoretical and Practical Knowledge: Apply a deep understanding of the theoretical principles that underpin sport rehabilitation to real-world scenarios.
Create Your Network: The academic staff will introduce you to a variety of practitioners throughout the degree, so that you can create your own network and enhance your employability opportunities.
