MT915 · Level 8 · 4 years

Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy

Munster Technological University - Cork · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

388

Down 54 points since 2023 (442).

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About this course

A degree in coaching science and physical education teaching methods, with a strong sports science base. It covers the subject requirements for applying to a PE teaching master's.

How long
4 years
What you study
First year covers PE teaching methods, the science and art of coaching, children's movement development, gym instruction, sports psychology and nutrition. PE-specific modules run across all four years.
Placement and abroad
There is an option of a sports internship and a 12-week placement in a post-primary school PE department.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in sports coaching, high performance sport and health and wellbeing, or apply for a PME in PE.
Who it suits
Suits students who love sport, enjoy coaching others and may want to become a PE teacher.

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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

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Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026388Published after the final round
2025 408398442
2024 411411443
2023 442442477

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

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