MSISSTEX - MSci Sports Therapy (Equestrian) - Programme Specification

This programme specification contains details on the learning outcomes and teaching assessment strategies for the MSci Sports Therapy (Equestrian) and MSci Sports Therapy (Equestrian) with Integrated Placement Year awards.

MSci Sports Therapy (Equestrian) graduates can assess, evaluate, and treat injuries typical to sport and exercise participation, including equestrian athletes. They have the knowledge and skills to devise rehabilitation plans that will facilitate reintegration back to full participation. In addition, graduates are able to offer advice and plan treatment programmes designed to reduce the incidence of injury, i.e. the horse rider.

Graduates can apply skills for both amateur and professional human athletes. They have experienced different placements including equestrian settings and will understand their role in a multidisciplinary team. Graduates will be a full member of The Society of Sports Therapists enabling them to practice.