Strength and Conditioning

Our unique MSc Strength and Conditioning integrates the essential aspects of injury prevention with sports nutrition and conditioning preparation. We emphasise the area of exercise for health, preparing our students to work within the health system.

Students are taught by specialist staff in the Centre for Exercise Activity and Rehabilitation, which is one of the seven centres of Institute for Lifecourse Development.

With support from internationally recognised visiting professionals you'll gain subject-specific knowledge, enhanced practical and professional skills, and a critical awareness of advances at the forefront of strength and conditioning studies.

We're accredited by the most respected organisations in the field, the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) which is supported by the UKSCA, the professional body of Strength and Conditioning in the UK and the International University Strength and Conditioning (IUSCA). In particular, our master's is recognised as a high-quality programme for the NSCA Education Recognition Programme (ERP).

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