US935 · Level 8 · 4 years

Physical Education with Business

Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

361

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About this course

A degree that combines physical education and sport with business. It prepares you for work in sport and general business.

How long
4 years
What you study
Early modules cover anatomy, exercise psychology, resistance training, movement analysis, management and marketing. Later you study coaching, health promotion, sport pedagogy, sports facilities management and adapted physical activity. Business subjects include economics, law, organisational behaviour and entrepreneurship, and you complete a final year research project.
Placement and abroad
In Year 3 you do a work placement or study abroad.
Where it can lead
Careers in PE, business education, sport and general business are possible. You would need a Professional Master of Education (PME) to become a qualified teacher.
Who it suits
Suits students who love sport and want the option of business or teaching routes afterwards.

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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

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026361Published after the final round
2025 Not offered under this code
2024 Not offered under this code
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

  • Physics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F3
  • Biology: 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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