Course Overview
This MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy aims to cultivate highly competent, industry-ready practitioners. For healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in sport and exercise, this course offers an innovative curriculum and practical skills tailored to your needs. You will gain advanced knowledge and proficiency in rehabilitation within sport and exercise.
Portobello Institute offers this MSc in Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy in collaboration with Health Sciences University.
This programme enhances skills in assessment, treatment, and intervention, covering specialised domains like neurological conditions, para and disability sports, and cardiac rehabilitation.
It is designed for healthcare and sports science professionals to advance their expertise to meet demand working with sports teams, clinics, hospitals, private practice, research, or academia.
Upon completion, you will hold an MSc in Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy awarded by Health Sciences University.
*Credits Displayed as CATS/ECTS.
In this unit you will develop an understanding of the practice of sport and exercise rehabilitation. As well as developing an understanding of the sport rehabilitation profession you will develop an understanding of important legal, ethical professional and health and safety issues and the impact these have upon the profession. In addition, you will consider the contemporary nature of sport and exercise rehabilitation practice and the development of clinical and practical skills relating to rehabilitation. You will also explore fundamental underpinning health science theory including functional anatomy, flexibility, physiology and biomechanics.
On successful completion of the module students should be able to:
- Critically explain contemporary sport and exercise rehabilitation and how you will be able to meet the standards of conduct, performance and ethics required of a registered sport rehabilitator.
- Apply the ethical, moral and legal frameworks and legislation relating to rehabilitation practice.
- Demonstrate a comprehensive deep and systematic understanding of in-depth functional anatomy and joint mechanics.
- Evaluate core theories relating to performance variables including strength, power and endurance.
his unit will develop your understanding of the principles and techniques of research methods
typically used in the analysis of research. After exploring the philosophical underpinnings of
research approaches, you will explore research design and data collection strategies through the
contextualization of the ‘research process’. The detailed tools of both qualitative and quantitative
design and data analysis will be explored and applied to the types of data typically collected in
health science-focused research. You will also explore more advanced methodologies and
analyses. In addition, you will develop an understanding of and ethical considerations in conducting
research and be able to identify and describe ethical challenges facing the postgraduate
researcher.
In this unit you will develop an understanding of the practice of sport and exercise rehabilitation. As well as developing an understanding of the sport rehabilitation profession you will develop an understanding of important legal, ethical professional and health and safety issues and the impact these have upon the profession. In addition, you will consider the contemporary nature of sport and exercise rehabilitation practice and the development of clinical and practical skills relating to rehabilitation. You will also explore fundamental underpinning health science theory including functional anatomy, flexibility, physiology and biomechanics.
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
- Critically analyse and reflect on information gathered as part of a clinical assessment.
- Demonstrate the practical skills required to assess and treat specific service users.
- Adopt an evidence-based approach to assessment, treatment and monitoring/evaluation.
- Critically describe clinical decision-making processes and case evaluation.
This unit will enable you to develop an understanding of mental health and mental ill-health. In
particular, the unit will enable you to develop an understanding of common mental health
challenges faced and consider some of the specific challenges that are more prevalent in specific
populations. You will also explore key symptoms relating to a range of conditions, and crucially
develop an understanding of specific interventions and referral options whilst also reflecting on the
boundaries of your own professional competence relating to client mental health challenges.
This MSc has been specifically designed for delivery by online learning with live interactive webinar sessions. Blended learning introduces online learning with tutor support and online classes and generally includes a minimum of one weekend in-person class per month with mandatory attendance.
An example of a class schedule is available here. Dates highlighted in yellow are onsite whilst online webinars are recorded so you can catch up later offering you a flexible learning journey.
Work Placement
All learning on the course is focused on acquiring professional skills, which means that students underpin their studies with placements and practical experience to achieve competency in a broad range of practice-focused skills.
Graduates of the MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy at Portobello Institute have strong career opportunities across sport, healthcare, and performance environments.
The programme develops advanced knowledge and practical expertise in injury assessment, rehabilitation, and performance support, preparing you to work with athletes and active individuals in applied settings.
Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy Career Opportunities
This programme prepares you for roles across rehabilitation, clinical therapy, and performance support.
Typical career pathways include:
- Sports Rehabilitation Therapist – supporting athletes in recovering from injury and returning to performance
- Physiotherapist – providing treatment and rehabilitation for injury and long-term conditions
- Strength and Conditioning Coach – developing programmes to improve performance and reduce injury risk
- Sports Medicine Clinician – working within clinical settings treating sports-related injuries
- Team Therapist – supporting professional sports teams with injury prevention and rehabilitation
- Researcher or Academic – contributing to research and education within sport and rehabilitation
These roles involve assessing injuries, developing rehabilitation programmes, supporting recovery, and improving physical performance across sport and healthcare environments.
Employers Recruiting Our Graduates
Graduates work across a range of sport, healthcare, and rehabilitation environments, including:
- Professional and amateur sports teams
- Sports medicine and physiotherapy clinics
- Rehabilitation and clinical exercise facilities
- Strength and conditioning and performance centres
- Universities and research institutions
These employers value graduates with advanced knowledge of rehabilitation, performance, and applied sport science.
Why Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy Graduates Are in Demand
As sport and physical activity continue to grow, there is increasing demand for professionals who can support injury management, recovery, and performance.
Employers require practitioners who can combine clinical understanding with practical application.
What You Will Develop
Through this programme, you will develop:
- Advanced skills in injury assessment and rehabilitation planning
- Knowledge of sports medicine and recovery strategies
- Experience working with athletes and active individuals
- Understanding of performance conditioning and injury prevention
- Research and analytical skills relevant to sport and rehabilitation
This combination of advanced knowledge and applied experience prepares you for roles across sport, healthcare, and performance environments.
Progression to Further Study
Graduates may progress to further academic or professional development in areas such as:
- Physiotherapy
- Sports Medicine
- Strength and Conditioning
- Sport and Exercise Science Research
The MSc Sport Rehabilitation and Therapy provides a strong foundation for progression into clinical practice, performance support, and research roles.
Entry to this course is by direct application to Portobello Institute.
Applicants will be required to have a minimum of a 2.2 (or equivalent) in a related subject discipline. You should also submit an up-to-date CV and copies of awards/professional qualifications.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the use of the English Language.
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1Complete the online application form.
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2Review of application and confirmation of eligibility criteria and entry requirements.
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3You will be "Provisionally Accepted" and offered a place by email.
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4Confirm acceptance of a place and pay deposit as detailed.
Course: €8,995 + Exam Body Reg. Fee: €435.00
Option 1
30% deposit payment (€2,947.50), followed by 10 scheduled payments on the first of each month, commencing the 1st of the month after the start date of the course. Includes one off instalment fee of €395.
- €687.75 due in month 1
- €687.75 due in month 2
- €687.75 due in month 3
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