4B083E - Fundamentals of Sports Injury Management 01 Sep 2027 - 31 Aug 2033 | Version 0
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 4B083E | ||
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| Module Title: | Fundamentals of Sports Injury Management | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Sports Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Leighanne Kelly | ||
| Module Team: | Sara Gray | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2027 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 0 |
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| Valid From | 01 Sep 2027 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2033 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
Demonstrate foundational knowledge and practical skills in pitch-side first aid, including the assessment and immediate management of common sports injuries in prehospital settings under direct supervision.
Apply basic thermal modalities (e.g., cryotherapy, superficial heat) and soft tissue techniques (e.g., sports massage, soft tissue release) to support injury management and recovery in sport and exercise contexts.
Integrate theoretical understanding with practical application through combined practical and theory-based learning, enhancing competence, confidence, and safe professional practice.
Content Summary
By the end of this module, you will be able to assess and manage common musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries safely under direct supervision. You will apply the SAFE approach, assess responsiveness using AVPU, and perform CPR and defibrillation in line with Resuscitation Council UK guidelines. You will learn to recognise and manage acute injuries such as fractures, dislocations, and concussions, applying frameworks including PEACE & LOVE and POLICE. You will also develop your understanding and safe application of thermal modalities (cryotherapy, heat) and soft tissue techniques (sports massage, soft tissue release, myofascial methods).
Your learning will be supported through a combination of practical and theory-based lectures designed to enhance both your understanding and applied skills. This Level 4 Grand Challenge module contributes to achieving the Sport Massage Association (SMA) Level 3 qualification, enabling you to practice sports massage professionally.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Teaching | 72 |
| Asynchronous activity | 10.5 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Independent self-directed study | 157.5 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate foundational knowledge and practical skills in pitch side first aid, including the assessment and immediate management of common sports injuries in prehospital settings. |
| LO2 | Apply basic thermal and soft tissue modalities, including sports massage, to support injury management and recovery in sport and exercise contexts. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Test | Sport Massage- This practical, scenario-based assessment requires students to demonstrate the safe, effective, and professional application of soft tissue therapy techniques, including sports massage. Students will be given the option to complete the assessment either within a live sport massage clinic session with a real client or on a scheduled assessment date in a controlled, simulated case study environment. | 30 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
| Written Examination | Multiple Choice Questions - Examination 4 | The online MCQ assessment is included to assess students’ underpinning knowledge and clinical decision-making related to thermal and soft tissue modalities, sports massage principles, and pitch-side first aid. It focuses on injury recognition, appropriate selection of interventions, contraindications, and immediate management decisions in sports injury contexts. | 90 | N/A | 50 | Yes | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Test | ✘ | ✔ | |
| Multiple Choice Questions - Examination 4 | ✔ | ✘ | |