US958 · Level 8 · 4 years

Applied Sports Science with Strength and Conditioning

Technological University of the Shannon - Thurles · Munster

2026 Round 1 points

260

Up 41 points since 2023 (219).

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About this course

A sports science degree specialising in strength and conditioning, with plenty of practical coaching.

How long
4 years
What you study
You study resistance training, weightlifting, injury prevention, periodisation, nutrition, psychology and biomechanics. Later modules cover power and force training, youth athletic development and para sport. The course allows you to sit the ITEC gym instruction exam. Garda vetting is required, and the course is recognised by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Placement and abroad
You log 600 hours of work placement in a sports strength and conditioning setting.
Where it can lead
Graduates can work in gyms, sports teams and governing bodies, or set up their own business, and are eligible for Level 9 and 10 postgraduate study.
Who it suits
Suits students who love the gym and sport and want to coach athletes.

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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
2026260Published after the final round
2025 254254362
2024 244244348
2023 219219328

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
  • Geography: 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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