There are big differences between Sport Science, Physiotherapy and Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences. This comparison is to help you understand those differences and what we offer at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê.
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What is Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences, and how does it differ from traditional Sport Science programmes? | Ìý | ||
Ìý | Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences (SEMS) at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê | Sport Science | Physiotherapy |
An overview | SEMS is a novel clinically orientated degree program in which students will learn about human body systems in health and disease, as well as during sport and exercise performance. Students will learn how physical activity can be prescribed to treat and prevent disease in patients. | A Sport Science course will cover all scientific aspects of sport, underpinning the processes that influence sport and exercise performance in healthy individuals. | Physiotherapy builds on the understanding of human anatomy and physiology, predominantly related to the treatment and management of injuries and musculoskeletal conditions. |
What do the courses cover? (This is a general overview.ÌýCheck the specific modules for each university before selecting a programme) |
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What are the possible academic progressions? | MSc +/- PhD
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Is it offered at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê? | Yes, following the success of our iBSc and MSc Sport Medicine programmes, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê created a new 3 year BSc in Sport and Exercise Medical Sciences in September 2019. | No, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê does not offer a BSc in Sport Science. But it does offer an MSc in Sports Medicine, Exercise and Health, which is available for students that hold a BSc in Sport Science, and 1 year of clinical experience. | No, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê does not offer a BSc in Physiotherapy. But it does offer an MSc in Sports Medicine, Exercise and Health, which is available for students that hold a BSc in Physiotherapy, and 1 year of clinical experience. |
Why choose SEMS at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê? | The Institute of Sport, Exercise and Health (ISEH) at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê is a world leading institute for teaching, training and research in Sport Medicine. The ISEH, where the BSc is taught, offers an exciting collaborative environment, bringing together partnerships with the likes of the British Olympic Association (BOA), English Institute of sport (EIS), the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê and the NHS. You will learn from the expertise of renowned leading medical professionals and sport specialists and scientists that work with world class athletes as well as patients. | Ìý |