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Strength and Conditioning in Sport

University of Lincoln

Faculty:School of Sport and Exercise Science
Degree:Bachelor; Honours
Field of Study:Health and Physical Education, General
Length:3 Year(s)

Description:

This specialist degree is informed by current research and innovation within the sector. Its focus is to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills in applied strength and conditioning, physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition. Throughout the BSc (Hons) Strength and Conditioning in Sport degree, students have access to specialist equipment in the University’s Human Performance Centre, which contains a fully equipped strength and conditioning training facility, laboratories, and an endless pool, as well as our Sports and Recreation Centre, which includes a fitness suite.

A number of staff within the School of Sport and Exercise Science are nationally accredited as strength and conditioning specialists and are actively involved in the delivery of ongoing strength and conditioning support to both University of Lincoln Sports Bursary athletes and external athletes visiting the School for consultancy. Students on this degree may have the opportunity to work with staff on research and contribute to consultancy projects. Integrated into the curriculum are a number of professional qualifications that students may choose to undertake alongside their degree at no extra cost. These are industry-recognized qualifications endorsed by SkillsActive and may include Gym Instruction, Personal Training, and Exercise Referral.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    Students from Canada should visit our Entry Requirements webpage for details: http://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/international/yourcountry/canada.
    Application Notes : We may interview applicants on occasions where the applicant has a non-traditional background, falling short of the standard entry requirements but with relevant work experience and professional qualifications.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on August 22, 2016