Program Overview

Developed with industry collaborators, this course integrates performance physiology, biomechanics, injury rehabilitation and advanced training techniques.

• Focus on evidence-based approaches with a strong scientific foundation aligned with UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) and the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) standards.
• Gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in professional sports environments with guidance from industry experts.
• Combine comprehensive academic study with hands-on practical application in our industry-standard facilities.
• The course integrates the International Certificate of Digital Literacy (ICDL) module Data Analytics. You will be awarded an ICDL certificate and electronic badge on successful completion of the ICDL module.

Why you should study this course

• Industry-recognised standards: course content is mapped to UKSCA and CIMSPA competencies, ensuring that on successful graduation, you meet industry standards and are well-prepared for your future professional accreditation.
• Expert-led learning: you'll be taught by active researchers and accredited practitioners, including professionals with experience supporting elite teams and athletes. Our staff bring real-world experience, with some holding positions within the UKSCA and the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES).2
• Modern facilities: utilise our strength and conditioning facility which features extensive laboratory space built to help you train smarter, get stronger and achieve your goals.
• Networking opportunities: engage with industry experts through guest lectures and collaborative projects, providing opportunities to build valuable connections in the growing field of sports performance and rehabilitation.2
• Varied career pathways: develop into a forward-thinking, evidence-based practitioner, prepared for roles such as a strength and conditioning coach, cardiac physiologist, high-performance coach, rehabilitation specialist, or head of performance and physical preparation.
• Gain practical experience: boost your CV with an additional professional placement. See the modules for more details.