US789 · Level 7 · 3 years

Applied Sport Science with Performance Technology

Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

233

Up 17 points since 2024 (216).

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About this course

A sports science degree with a focus on analysing performance using technology. It is practical and aims to make you ready for work.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study exercise science, nutrition, biomechanics, sports psychology and resistance training. Later you move on to video analysis, GPS technology, data analytics and visualisation of sports data, and talent identification.
Placement and abroad
Semester two of third year is a work placement.
Where it can lead
Graduates work in gyms, coaching and performance analysis, or set up their own sport business. You can progress to the final year of the Level 8 course in Applied Sports Science with Performance Technology.
Who it suits
Suits students who love sport and enjoy data, video and technology.

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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

2023202421620252312026233

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026233Published after the final round
2025 231231441
2024 216216382
2023 Not offered under this code

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

  • Home Economics S and S: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • French: 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.

See the course on the Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles website ↗

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