US785 · Level 7 · 3 years

Sports Development and Performance

Technological University of the Shannon - Midwest · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

209

Down 44 points since 2023 (253).

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About this course

A practical course for people who want to work in sport. It covers coaching, sports development and working with athletes.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study anatomy, coaching skills, resistance training, psychology, sports events, injuries and nutrition. Later modules cover coaching technology, special populations, sport governance and safeguarding.
Placement and abroad
Third year is a work placement or study abroad.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work with governing bodies, sports partnerships, clubs and youth organisations, as sports coordinators or analysts. You can progress to the one-year add-on Level 8 honours degree in Sports Development and Performance.
Who it suits
Suits students who have a passion for sport and enjoy coaching and organising activities.

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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
2026209Published after the final round
2025 207204377
2024 230227371
2023 253253369

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

  • Chemistry: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Physics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2

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

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