DK867 · Level 8 · 4 years

Sports, Exercise with Business

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

184

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About this course

A Level 8 degree that joins sport and exercise science with business. You learn about coaching, fitness and running sport organisations.

How long
4 years
What you study
Year 1 covers movement science, nutrition, coaching children, gym instruction, marketing and business management. Year 2 adds training and conditioning, sports law and governance, exercise psychology, adapted physical activity and personal training. You use performance tools such as GPS tracking and analysis software.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you can do a 12 week work placement or study abroad.
Where it can lead
Careers include fitness professional, sport development officer, coach, performance analyst, leisure and facility manager and sport business manager.
Who it suits
Suits students who love sport and fitness and are interested in coaching or the business side of sport.

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About Sports and related courses

Covers sports science, management, and coaching

Sports degrees involve understanding the science, management, and education of physical activity, sports, and exercise. These programs cover a broad spectrum of topics, including exercise physiology, sports psychology, biomechanics, nutrition, coaching, sports management, and health promotion. E.g. Sports Science, Sports Management, Strength and Conditioning.

Points history

2023192202422520252282026184

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026184Published after the final round
2025 228220338
2024 225225339
2023 192192338

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6
  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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