Applied Sports Performance

Semester 1

Conditioning for Human Performance Credits: 10

Sports Technology & Performance Analysis Credits: 10

Sports & Exercise Nutrition Credits: 5

Skill Acquisition Credits: 5



Semester 2

Athlete Welfare & Management Credits: 10

Placement Credits: 10

Applied Research Methods Credits: 5

Coaching Psychology Credits: 5



Semester 3

Research Thesis Credits: 30

A minimum 2.2 honours bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in a cognate discipline

A minimum 2.2 honours bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in a non-cognate discipline with considerable experience and/or ability, evidenced by an RPL portfolio of prior experience and learning.

or

Equivalent Qualifications. Applicants with equivalent qualifications on the European and International frameworks will also be considered. International students must evidence a proficiency in English language for example IELTS 6.0

Recognition of Prior Learning: TUS recognises the importance of providing access to education and providing lifelong learning opportunities. Please contact Declan.O’Rahilly@tus.ie for more details

12 Months

Part Time / Full Time

Career opportunities include but are not limited to – sports scientist, strength & conditioning coach, performance consultant, sports coach, performance analyst, athlete development specialist, educator and researcher.



The main employers in this sector are the National Governing Bodies for Sport, National and local sports centres, High performance environments, national governing bodies for sport, national and local sports centres, gyms, local authority organisations such as sports partnerships, community groups and local sports clubs.



Further Study

Upon successful competition of this programme, students can progress to complete a PhD at TUS or another university.