Sports & Exercise Nutrition - Sligo

The aim of this programme is to produce sports nutritionists who are strongly focused on the science behind the subject, and who also have experience of the practicalities of delivering the latest evidence-based guidance to individuals and teams who are looking to maximise the sports performance benefits of nutrition to complement their training programmes. Nutrition plays a key role in an athlete’s training and preparation for competition and a significant number of sports now recognise the integral role that nutrition plays in achieving success.



Who should apply?

This course is suited to exercise professionals wishing to complement their exercise practice with applied nutrition skills, as well as those interested in using exercise nutrition to improve the health of the general public.

What will I study?

Postgraduate Diploma:

Nutrition, Health and Fitness Assessment

Exercise Physiology & Metabolism [E]

Essentials in Human Nutrition [E]

Human Nutrition and Exercise Physiology and Metabolism [E]

Nutrition and Performance

Professional Skills for Sports Nutritionists

Advanced Performance Nutrition

Research Methods for Sports Nutrition

Statistical Analysis for Nutritional Research



[E] = Elective Module. Modules subject to availability



Master of Science:

Sports and Exercise Nutrition Thesis

Applications with a 2.2 Honours award in a relevant discipline (Nutrition, Dietetics, Sport Science, Health, Public Health, Allied Health or a cognate area as deemed suitable by the programme committee) may apply. Applicants who do not meet this entry criterion may be considered through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Flexible learning courses are popular, and they fill on a first come, first served basis. There are two major intake periods throughout the academic year, September and January.



For January start courses, applications typically open in October, and for September start courses, applications typically open in February. Closing dates for applications are listed on the individual course webpage.

2 years part-time, online delivery.



Study Hours

It is recommended that students should allow for 5-6 hours per week per 5 credit module. Students will attend 2-3 hours of live lectures per week. The rest of the study time consists of independent learning and carrying out assignments.



On-Campus Attendance: No on-campus attendance required.

The fees for this masters programme are €5,500.

Progression Pathways

Many of our Masters programmes are structured in a way that includes recognised entry and exit awards. This means that you can apply for part of Masters first and learn at your own pace or if you are unable to complete the full programme, you can still gain a recognised qualification. Our entry and exit awards typically include Postgraduate Certificate award and a Postgraduate Diploma award.