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Accredited Programme
This course has been developed in collaboration with The Society of Sports Therapists, an accrediting regulatory body for sports therapy programmes.
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Clearing offers from 48 UCAS tariff points. Subject-specific requirements still apply. See the entry requirements section for details.
BSc (Hons)
Sport and Exercise Therapy
BSc (Hons)
Sport and Exercise Therapy
Turn your passion for understanding how the body works into a career helping people perform, recover, and stay injury-free
Sport and Exercise Therapy is the science of preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries, relating to not only sport and physical activity, but also workplace and day-to-day activities. You'll learn how to assess injuries, design treatment and management plans, and support people back to full performance, whether that's elite athletes or everyday members of the public.
If you're interested in anatomy, the function of the body, how injuries happen, and how to help people recover and perform at their best, Sport and Exercise Therapy is a practical, career-focused degree that prepares you to work directly with athletes and active individuals.
At Lincoln, you'll develop hands-on clinical skills, learn the theory of how and why, and build the confidence to step straight into the industry.
This course is built around employability. From practical experience to industry exposure, everything is designed to help you graduate job ready.
Sport and Exercise Therapy is the science of preventing, diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal injuries, relating to not only sport and physical activity, but also workplace and day-to-day activities. You'll learn how to assess injuries, design treatment and management plans, and support people back to full performance, whether that's elite athletes or everyday members of the public.
If you're interested in anatomy, the function of the body, how injuries happen, and how to help people recover and perform at their best, Sport and Exercise Therapy is a practical, career-focused degree that prepares you to work directly with athletes and active individuals.
At Lincoln, you'll develop hands-on clinical skills, learn the theory of how and why, and build the confidence to step straight into the industry.
This course is built around employability. From practical experience to industry exposure, everything is designed to help you graduate job ready.
Why study Sport and Exercise Therapy at Lincoln?
✔ A recognised, accredited programme Accredited by The Society of Sports Therapists (The SST), this programme ensures that you’re able to safely and competently deliver the expected competencies of a graduate sports therapist.
✔ Hands-on from early on Develop real hands-on clinical skills, not just learning in lecture halls. You’ll practise assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation techniques throughout your degree.
✔ Career-focused learning Everything you study connects directly to real roles in sport therapy, rehabilitation, and healthcare.
✔ Industry-relevant experience Opportunities to gain practical experience help you build confidence before you graduate.
✔ Clear professional pathway Designed to support progression into roles such as that of a graduate sports therapist, a rehabilitation specialist, or progression into further study such as MSc Sport & Exercise Medicine or MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) programmes.
✔ Supportive learning environment Smaller, more personal teaching approach compared to larger institutions.
✔ Designed for real-world impact You’ll graduate knowing not just what to do, but how to apply it in real situations.
What you'll learn
This course is designed to build your skills step by step, from understanding the body to treating injuries.
You’ll learn how to:
- Understand the human body in motion
Anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics — how the body performs under stress and when injured - Assess and diagnose injuries
Learn how to recognise and identify issues accurately and safely on the field of play and in a clinical setting, knowing when it may be out of your scope to manage - Deliver treatment and rehabilitation
Hands-on techniques to support recovery and improve performance - Understand the effects of training on the body
Design training, preventative and conditioning programmes, whilst applying these principles to further enhance your exercise rehabilitation skills - Work with different populations
From athletes to the general public, you will learn how to flexibly work with varied populations - Apply your skills in real settings
Practical experience through practical-based sessions and placement activities to build your confidence and employability
Modules
Module Overview
This module aims to develop knowledge of the mechanics that underpin human motion, identifying the internal and external forces acting on the human body and the effects of these forces. It will involve the delivery of the mechanical foundations of movement and lab-based data collection techniques to investigate the relationship between theoretical principles of biomechanics and sports performance. Students will develop competency in collecting, analysing, and communicating data suitable for biomechanical analysis, with particular emphasis on application to sport and exercise. Students will typically develop skills in critical thinking, active learning, digital and data literacy, and curiosity.
Module Overview
This module builds on the introduction to research in psychology and sport science in Semester A by exploring in greater depth how to design appropriate studies and communicate research findings effectively. Using a combination of lectures and workshops, students will learn how to plan and conduct research using both quantitative and qualitative methods, analyse quantitative and qualitative data, and present findings in a research report. Typically, real-world examples and practical activities will be used to help develop students’ confidence as emerging independent researchers. This module will lay the foundations for more advanced research tuition in year 2.
Transferrable Skills Building on the previous research skills module, this module will further develop the previously identified set of Skills for Life: global mindset, active learning, critical thinking, complex problem solving, digital & data literacy, leadership & influence, persuasion & negotiation and equality & inclusion. Students will continue to incorporate consideration of researcher and participant sample bias (i.e. WEIRD & non-WEIRD participants) as well as equality & inclusion in research practices. Students will also continue to work in groups require critical thinking and active learning to solve complex problems. Digital and data literacy skills will continue to be strengthened throughout.
Module Overview
The module aims to provide a foundation knowledge of the structure and function of the human body and, as such, will focus on the anatomical and physiological integration necessary for human movement production. Initial examination will develop an understanding of the key physiological support systems and the relationship between their major anatomical structures, physical functions and homeostatic control, both at rest and during physical activity. In combination with underpinning physiological knowledge, the student will begin to explore the contribution and interaction of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, skeletal, endocrine and neuromuscular systems during practical laboratory skill development. The specific objectives of the module are to: (1) provide foundation knowledge of the structure and function of the human body; (2) establish a logical understanding of key biological processes and the interaction between physiological systems during both rest and muscular activity (including sport/exercise); and (3) introduce laboratory methods and equipment for physiological analysis of health and exercise.
Module Overview
An appreciation of research methods is critical for understanding empirical disciplines like psychology and sport science. This module introduces students to some of the basic concepts underlying qualitative and quantitative research methods. It focuses on foundational understanding of knowledge production including epistemology, ontology, ethics, design sampling, analysis tools and writing skills. This module provides the foundations for research in psychology and sport science that students will be able to build on during their degree and beyond.
The module will address the following Skills for Life: global mindset, active learning, critical thinking, complex problem solving, digital & data literacy, leadership & influence, persuasion & negotiation and equality & inclusion. More specifically, on this module, students will develop their global mindset through considering bias and non-WEIRD (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic) participant groups in research. Students will be active learners, required to think critically and solve complex problems in teams applying leadership, persuasion & negotiation skills while centring equality and inclusion. Digital and data literacy skills will be strengthened throughout.
Module Overview
The module will provide a foundational knowledge and introduction to key concepts within strength and conditioning. Students will develop an understanding of the role, scope of practice and code of conduct of the strength and conditioning coach. Fundamental elements of athlete training are to be introduced from both theoretical and practical perspectives delivered through in-person lectures and practical sessions. Students will develop the ability to demonstrate knowledge and application of technical models for key strength training movements. Students will develop fundamental coaching and communication skills essential for strength and conditioning delivery. Students will typically develop skills in self-reflection, written and oral communication and teamwork.
Module Overview
This module aims to use pathophysiology and epidemiology to examine the relationship between physical activity, sedentary behaviour, physical fitness, and health. Students can learn both the risks and benefits of physical activity and exercise, understanding the contraindications to exercise for a range of special population groups. Students will be supported in areas such as the measurement of health-related fitness for at-risk individual and make suitable recommendations for exercise to benefit health. The specific objectives of the module are to: (1) establish an understanding of the dose-response relationship between physical activity, sedentary behaviour, physical fitness and health; (2) develop an understanding and knowledge of key health problems and their pathophysiology; (3) provide the required knowledge to conduct safe and effective screening and pre-exercise assessment for sedentary individuals; and (4) develop an understanding of how to produce suitable exercise recommendations for specific individuals.
Module Overview
This module aims to enable students to develop knowledge and application of strength and conditioning practices. Building on the foundations provided by the core Strength and Conditioning module there will be an increased emphasis on the theoretical underpinning to neural, molecular and structural adaptations and application to variety of training modalities. Students will typically develop skills and competencies in assessing/testing individuals, developing competency to coach advanced lifting techniques such as Olympic lifts, utilising a variety of training modalities to improve athlete performance and planning, conducting and delivering coaching sessions.
Module Overview
This module aims to showcase how research is applied in practice, in policy and in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and social responsibility. In lectures, students will be introduced to examples of how research is applied in the workplace, how research is used to shape policy, and how research relates to the SDGs and social responsibility. In parallel, a series of workshops will teach students to apply this knowledge. This module develops the following Skills for Life: global mindset, leadership & influence, active learning, critical thinking, solving complex problems and equality & inclusion. Specifically, on this module, students will develop their global mindset and leadership & influence through considering how research is applied in a global context, including contributing to the SDGs and writing for a general audience. By developing a dissertation proposal, students will be active learners, required to think critically and solve complex problems while centring equality and inclusion.
Module Overview
This module provides the student with the appropriate skills and knowledge to design and implement exercise rehabilitation programmes for a variety of sports injuries. Students can develop their critical evaluation skills by exploring the evidence that underpins exercise rehabilitation. The ability to appropriately progress or regress exercise programmes based on evidence-based objective measures will be explored and they will develop an understanding of the role of the multi-disciplinary team in long term rehabilitation.
Module Overview
This optional, year-long module enables students to spend a year studying abroad at one of the University’s approved partner institutions. Eligible students must have completed their second year of study to a satisfactory standard and successfully completed the application process for the year abroad. During the year spent abroad, students share classes with local students and study on a suite of locally-delivered taught modules which have been approved in advance by the University. Upon their return, as part of the assessment for this module, students are required to critically reflect upon their experience of living and studying in a different cultural environment and the skills acquired.
Module Overview
This module provides the student with the more advanced skills and knowledge required to practice as a Sports Therapist assessing and managing complaints involving the spine. Interventions will typically include the assessment and treatment of the spine, spinal joint mobilisations, rehabilitation techniques for the trunk, and identification of non-musculoskeletal pathologies and their onward referral.
Module Overview
The module will be structured around the critical application of strength and conditioning and factors influencing the preparation of athletes for physical performance. Learning will be supported through delivery of both lectures, practical sessions and applied practice. Students will typically develop skills in evidence-based application of theory, critical thinking, self-reflection, practical coaching and written and oral communication.
Module Overview
This module provides an opportunity for an in-depth study of a particular topic relevant to the field of their particular degree and to demonstrate original and critical thought. The Dissertation module tests a student’s ability to identify an appropriate research question and to design a method that allows data collection and analysis to be conducted in order to answer the proposed research question. Students will typically develop skills in scientific literacy, critical thinking, data analysis, and written and oral communication. Skills for Life will be gained in Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Curiosity & Digital & Data Literacy.
All Dissertation projects must be derived from and/or embedded within a clear theoretical framework. Students have to demonstrate their knowledge of research skills in order to analyse the data gathered and their theoretical knowledge in interpreting the results of their study in relation to the background literature. This can be done through the use of quantitative methods, qualitative methods, or a combination. The module is assessed through the presentation of their research via a poster presentation and the production of a written thesis. The role of the supervisor is to guide them through these processes and the students will be supported through a range of masterclasses covering topics aligned to the development of the students' research.
Module Overview
The module will support students in clinical and other sports therapy placement activity in order for them to have the opportunity to achieve 250 hours supervised work experience required for successful completion of the course. Students will develop a patient centred approach and demonstrate the codes of conduct, performance and ethics expected of a student sports therapist. Current issues in sports therapy practice related to the female athlete, adolescent injuries, disability sport and anti-doping will also be explored to allow the student to become a well-versed practitioner.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
Modules
Module Overview
This module aims to develop knowledge of the mechanics that underpin human motion, identifying the internal and external forces acting on the human body and the effects of these forces. It will involve the delivery of the mechanical foundations of movement and lab-based data collection techniques to investigate the relationship between theoretical principles of biomechanics and sports performance. Students will develop competency in collecting, analysing, and communicating data suitable for biomechanical analysis, with particular emphasis on application to sport and exercise. Students will typically develop skills in critical thinking, active learning, digital and data literacy, and curiosity.
Module Overview
This module builds on the introduction to research in psychology and sport science in Semester A by exploring in greater depth how to design appropriate studies and communicate research findings effectively. Using a combination of lectures and workshops, students will learn how to plan and conduct research using both quantitative and qualitative methods, analyse quantitative and qualitative data, and present findings in a research report. Typically, real-world examples and practical activities will be used to help develop students’ confidence as emerging independent researchers. This module will lay the foundations for more advanced research tuition in year 2.
Transferrable Skills Building on the previous research skills module, this module will further develop the previously identified set of Skills for Life: global mindset, active learning, critical thinking, complex problem solving, digital & data literacy, leadership & influence, persuasion & negotiation and equality & inclusion. Students will continue to incorporate consideration of researcher and participant sample bias (i.e. WEIRD & non-WEIRD participants) as well as equality & inclusion in research practices. Students will also continue to work in groups require critical thinking and active learning to solve complex problems. Digital and data literacy skills will continue to be strengthened throughout.
Module Overview
The module aims to provide a foundation knowledge of the structure and function of the human body and, as such, will focus on the anatomical and physiological integration necessary for human movement production. Initial examination will develop an understanding of the key physiological support systems and the relationship between their major anatomical structures, physical functions and homeostatic control, both at rest and during physical activity. In combination with underpinning physiological knowledge, the student will begin to explore the contribution and interaction of the cardiovascular, pulmonary, skeletal, endocrine and neuromuscular systems during practical laboratory skill development. The specific objectives of the module are to: (1) provide foundation knowledge of the structure and function of the human body; (2) establish a logical understanding of key biological processes and the interaction between physiological systems during both rest and muscular activity (including sport/exercise); and (3) introduce laboratory methods and equipment for physiological analysis of health and exercise.
Module Overview
An appreciation of research methods is critical for understanding empirical disciplines like psychology and sport science. This module introduces students to some of the basic concepts underlying qualitative and quantitative research methods. It focuses on foundational understanding of knowledge production including epistemology, ontology, ethics, design sampling, analysis tools and writing skills. This module provides the foundations for research in psychology and sport science that students will be able to build on during their degree and beyond.
The module will address the following Skills for Life: global mindset, active learning, critical thinking, complex problem solving, digital & data literacy, leadership & influence, persuasion & negotiation and equality & inclusion. More specifically, on this module, students will develop their global mindset through considering bias and non-WEIRD (Western, Educated, Industrialized, Rich, Democratic) participant groups in research. Students will be active learners, required to think critically and solve complex problems in teams applying leadership, persuasion & negotiation skills while centring equality and inclusion. Digital and data literacy skills will be strengthened throughout.
Module Overview
The module will provide a foundational knowledge and introduction to key concepts within strength and conditioning. Students will develop an understanding of the role, scope of practice and code of conduct of the strength and conditioning coach. Fundamental elements of athlete training are to be introduced from both theoretical and practical perspectives delivered through in-person lectures and practical sessions. Students will develop the ability to demonstrate knowledge and application of technical models for key strength training movements. Students will develop fundamental coaching and communication skills essential for strength and conditioning delivery. Students will typically develop skills in self-reflection, written and oral communication and teamwork.
Module Overview
This module aims to use pathophysiology and epidemiology to examine the relationship between physical activity, sedentary behaviour, physical fitness, and health. Students can learn both the risks and benefits of physical activity and exercise, understanding the contraindications to exercise for a range of special population groups. Students will be supported in areas such as the measurement of health-related fitness for at-risk individual and make suitable recommendations for exercise to benefit health. The specific objectives of the module are to: (1) establish an understanding of the dose-response relationship between physical activity, sedentary behaviour, physical fitness and health; (2) develop an understanding and knowledge of key health problems and their pathophysiology; (3) provide the required knowledge to conduct safe and effective screening and pre-exercise assessment for sedentary individuals; and (4) develop an understanding of how to produce suitable exercise recommendations for specific individuals.
Module Overview
This module aims to enable students to develop knowledge and application of strength and conditioning practices. Building on the foundations provided by the core Strength and Conditioning module there will be an increased emphasis on the theoretical underpinning to neural, molecular and structural adaptations and application to variety of training modalities. Students will typically develop skills and competencies in assessing/testing individuals, developing competency to coach advanced lifting techniques such as Olympic lifts, utilising a variety of training modalities to improve athlete performance and planning, conducting and delivering coaching sessions.
Module Overview
This module aims to showcase how research is applied in practice, in policy and in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and social responsibility. In lectures, students will be introduced to examples of how research is applied in the workplace, how research is used to shape policy, and how research relates to the SDGs and social responsibility. In parallel, a series of workshops will teach students to apply this knowledge. This module develops the following Skills for Life: global mindset, leadership & influence, active learning, critical thinking, solving complex problems and equality & inclusion. Specifically, on this module, students will develop their global mindset and leadership & influence through considering how research is applied in a global context, including contributing to the SDGs and writing for a general audience. By developing a dissertation proposal, students will be active learners, required to think critically and solve complex problems while centring equality and inclusion.
Module Overview
This module provides the student with the appropriate skills and knowledge to design and implement exercise rehabilitation programmes for a variety of sports injuries. Students can develop their critical evaluation skills by exploring the evidence that underpins exercise rehabilitation. The ability to appropriately progress or regress exercise programmes based on evidence-based objective measures will be explored and they will develop an understanding of the role of the multi-disciplinary team in long term rehabilitation.
Module Overview
This optional, year-long module enables students to spend a year studying abroad at one of the University’s approved partner institutions. Eligible students must have completed their second year of study to a satisfactory standard and successfully completed the application process for the year abroad. During the year spent abroad, students share classes with local students and study on a suite of locally-delivered taught modules which have been approved in advance by the University. Upon their return, as part of the assessment for this module, students are required to critically reflect upon their experience of living and studying in a different cultural environment and the skills acquired.
Module Overview
This module provides the student with the more advanced skills and knowledge required to practice as a Sports Therapist assessing and managing complaints involving the spine. Interventions will typically include the assessment and treatment of the spine, spinal joint mobilisations, rehabilitation techniques for the trunk, and identification of non-musculoskeletal pathologies and their onward referral.
Module Overview
The module will be structured around the critical application of strength and conditioning and factors influencing the preparation of athletes for physical performance. Learning will be supported through delivery of both lectures, practical sessions and applied practice. Students will typically develop skills in evidence-based application of theory, critical thinking, self-reflection, practical coaching and written and oral communication.
Module Overview
This module provides an opportunity for an in-depth study of a particular topic relevant to the field of their particular degree and to demonstrate original and critical thought. The Dissertation module tests a student’s ability to identify an appropriate research question and to design a method that allows data collection and analysis to be conducted in order to answer the proposed research question. Students will typically develop skills in scientific literacy, critical thinking, data analysis, and written and oral communication. Skills for Life will be gained in Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Curiosity & Digital & Data Literacy.
All Dissertation projects must be derived from and/or embedded within a clear theoretical framework. Students have to demonstrate their knowledge of research skills in order to analyse the data gathered and their theoretical knowledge in interpreting the results of their study in relation to the background literature. This can be done through the use of quantitative methods, qualitative methods, or a combination. The module is assessed through the presentation of their research via a poster presentation and the production of a written thesis. The role of the supervisor is to guide them through these processes and the students will be supported through a range of masterclasses covering topics aligned to the development of the students' research.
Module Overview
The module will support students in clinical and other sports therapy placement activity in order for them to have the opportunity to achieve 250 hours supervised work experience required for successful completion of the course. Students will develop a patient centred approach and demonstrate the codes of conduct, performance and ethics expected of a student sports therapist. Current issues in sports therapy practice related to the female athlete, adolescent injuries, disability sport and anti-doping will also be explored to allow the student to become a well-versed practitioner.
† Some courses may offer optional modules. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by staff availability.
Support and student experience
Starting university is a big step and Lincoln is designed to support you through it.
You’ll have access to:
- Academic support Help with study skills, assessments and scientific writing
- Personal support Guidance throughout your degree through an academic tutor
- Careers support CV building and career planning
- A strong student community Opportunities to connect, build friendships, and feel part of something
This means you’re not just supported academically, but personally and professionally too.
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Partnered with Lincoln City Football Club
The University's ongoing partnership with Lincoln City FC offers opportunities to undertake work placements or internships, as well as providing a potential pathway for full-time employment after you graduate. Many Lincoln graduates are employed within the organisation in roles spanning coaching, physiotherapy, sports science, and performance analysis.
Placements
Gain hands-on experience in a real workplace and apply your learned skills in a professional setting. In order to comply with the requirements of The Society of Sports Therapists, students will be required to accumulate a minimum of 250 hours of supervised clinical placements in a variety of settings. This includes hands on placement activities both at University and externally.
- Develop practical skills and professional confidence
- Build your CV before you graduate
- Explore career options in a real workplace
- You’ll need to cover travel and living costs
Careers and future opportunities
This degree opens the door to a range of careers in sport, health, and rehabilitation.
What jobs can you go into?
Graduates commonly move into roles such as:
- Graduate Sports Therapist
- Musculoskeletal (MSK) Injury Clinic Practitioner
- Performance Support Staff (at teams/clubs)
- Rehabilitation Specialist
- Exercise Rehabilitation Instructor (ERI)
Where can you work?
- Professional and semi-professional sports teams
- Private clinics and rehabilitation centres
- Gyms and performance facilities
- Schools and community sport organisations
- Ministry of Defence, National Health Service and other healthcare environments
- Further and Higher Education
Further study options
If you want to specialise further, this course can lead to:
- Master’s level study in fields such as Physiotherapy (pre-registration), Paramedic Science (pre-registration), Sport and Exercise Medicine, and Sports Science or Rehabilitation
- Teacher training
- MSc by Research and PhD programmes
You graduate with practical, employable skills, not just academic knowledge. The course aligns with real industry needs and the skills you will gain are transferable across sport, health, and wellbeing sectors.
International Study
Study overseas at a partner university and experience a new culture.
- Build confidence, independence, and intercultural experience
- You’ll pay the relevant study abroad fee to the University of Lincoln, with no tuition fees paid to the host university
- You’ll need to cover travel and living costs
- Funding support may be available
Is this course right for you?
This course could be a great fit if you:
- Are interested in the human body, fitness or sport
- Want a hands-on, practical career
- Like the idea of helping people recover from injury and perform better in life, at work or in sport
- Prefer applied learning over purely theoretical study
- Are considering careers in sport therapy, rehabilitation, or healthcare
If you can see yourself working with people, solving physical problems, and making a real difference, this course gives you a clear path forward.
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Sport Science Foundation Year
The Sport Science Foundation Year at Lincoln give you the space to build confidence, strengthen your academic skills, and develop the subject knowledge you need to succeed at university. They are designed for students with potential who may not yet meet standard BSc entry requirements.
Entry Requirements 2026-27
United Kingdom
96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points.
This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example:
A Level: CCC to BCC
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Merit Merit
T Level: Merit Overall
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 to 104 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits.
International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall.
GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English, Maths and Science . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
We may also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
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Additional requirements:
- Satisfactory completion of an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
When you choose Sport and Exercise Therapy in your UCAS application, you will be asked an additional question regarding criminal convictions. Here you must declare all spent and unspent criminal convictions including (but not limited to) cautions, reprimands, final warnings, bind over orders or similar and details of any minor offences, fixed penalty notices, penalty notices for disorder, ASBOs or VOOs.
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Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
International
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
Contextual Offers
At Lincoln, we recognise that not everybody has had the same advice and support to help them get to higher education. Contextual offers are one of the ways we remove the barriers to higher education, ensuring that we have fair access for all students regardless of background and personal experiences. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit our Offer Guide pages. If you are applying to a course that has any subject specific requirements, these will still need to be achieved as part of the standard entry criteria.Entry Requirements 2027-28
United Kingdom
96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points.
This must be achieved from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. For example:
A Level: CCC to BCC
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction Merit Merit
T Level: Merit Overall
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 96 to 104 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits.
International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall.
GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English, Maths and Science . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered.
The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).
We may also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.
________________________________________
Additional requirements:
- Satisfactory completion of an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
When you choose Sport and Exercise Therapy in your UCAS application, you will be asked an additional question regarding criminal convictions. Here you must declare all spent and unspent criminal convictions including (but not limited to) cautions, reprimands, final warnings, bind over orders or similar and details of any minor offences, fixed penalty notices, penalty notices for disorder, ASBOs or VOOs.
___________________________________________
Non UK Qualifications:
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-sessional English and Academic Study Skills courses.
International
If you would like further information about entry requirements, or would like to discuss whether the qualifications you are currently studying are acceptable, please contact the Admissions team on 01522 886097, or email admissions@lincoln.ac.uk
Contextual Offers
At Lincoln, we recognise that not everybody has had the same advice and support to help them get to higher education. Contextual offers are one of the ways we remove the barriers to higher education, ensuring that we have fair access for all students regardless of background and personal experiences. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit our Offer Guide pages. If you are applying to a course that has any subject specific requirements, these will still need to be achieved as part of the standard entry criteria.Fees and Funding
University Study is a major investment, so it’s important to understand the costs and support available. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found below. Eligible students may be able to access scholarships and bursaries to help with study costs.
Fees and Funding
University Study is a major investment, so it’s important to understand the costs and support available. A full breakdown of the fees associated with this programme can be found below. Eligible students may be able to access scholarships and bursaries to help with study costs.
Find out More by Visiting Us
The best way to find out what it is really like to live and learn at Lincoln is to visit us in person. We offer a range of opportunities across the year to help you to get a real feel for what it might be like to study here.
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