Compulsory modules

Quantitative Research (15 credits)

The aim of this module is for the student to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to understand, interpret, and conduct quantitative research appropriate for their field and level of study.

Applied Strength and Conditioning Science (30 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide students with the knowledge, understanding and skills to programme and deliver professional level strength and conditioning safely and effectively to various athlete groups.

Strength and Conditioning Coaching (15 credits)

This module aims to provide students with knowledge and understanding of the coaching process and coaching/learning environment from a multi-disciplinary perspective and the role of the strength and conditioning coach and others within this. It also aims to promote students' abilities to reflect upon their own coaching practice and methods in relation to relevant coaching theories.

The Science Underlying Performance and Injury (30 credits)

The aim of this module is to provide students with scientific knowledge and understanding underlying athlete performance, injury and health. Pairing with Applied Strength and Conditioning Science, this module provides a deeper level of fundamental scientific knowledge pertaining to physiology, biomechanics, and psychology.

Professional Practice for Strength and Conditioning (15 credits)

This module aims to provide students with the practical knowledge and skills required to coach strength and conditioning within the sporting environment.