MScStrength and Conditioning
| Study location | United Kingdom, Avery Hill Campus |
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| Type | Master courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 1 year |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | MSc |
| Entry qualification | Undergraduate diploma (or higher) A degree in sports sciences or equivalent, normally at 2.1 or above. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) |
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| Other requirements | At least 2 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
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Programme structure
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Students are required to study the following compulsory courses.
Biomechanics and Technology in Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
Academic English for Postgraduates (Science)
Sports Nutrition and Supplements in Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
Research Methods and Professional Practice in Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
Applied Strength and Conditioning (30 credits)
Sports Specific Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
Strength and Conditioning Research Project (60 credits)
Applied Functional Training for Health, Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation (15 credits)
Physiology and Metabolism for Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)
Career opportunities
Graduates can pursue opportunities in the sports performance and coaching field, or gain positions as head strength coach, assistant strength coach, strength coach, sports nutrition advisors. They can also gain roles in the health and fitness industry (advanced programmes and services); performance diagnostics-oriented companies, institutions and laboratories; manufacturers of devices, equipment for training, and testing as well as sports nutrition supplements design; oriented research institutions; public authorities; consulting and self-employed businesses; health-care companies and institutions.