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Strength and Conditioning Coaching at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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Course summary

Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary

  • Critically understand the scientific principles underpinning strength and conditioning.
  • Develop your coaching expertise through pedagogical and experiential learning.
  • Gain real-world knowledge through live coaching and work experience.
  • Coach athletes to enhance your skills in programme design and implementation.
  • Advance sport and exercise science with cutting-edge independent research.
On this course you’ll explore exercise physiology, biomechanics and sports nutrition, while developing your practical coaching skills through experiential learning. You’ll prepare to identify and evaluate people’s physical needs – designing and implementing tailored strength and conditioning interventions. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills to work in various athletic sectors, from professional sports to private coaching. How you learn All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.  On this course you’ll develop your understanding of the theoretical, philosophical and practical underpinnings of strength and conditioning coaching. Through hands-on applied projects, you’ll critically reflect on and improve your technical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. You’ll also gain a better understanding of the role and function of strength and conditioning graduates – in both the sport and physical activity sector, and the working world at large. You learn through:
  • Lectures, seminars and workshops
  • Our virtual learning environment
  • Work-based learning experiences, such as placements and field trips
  • Practical activities in both simulated and in-situ environments
  • Research and industry-relevant projects
Course topics You’ll enhance your employability skills with an in-depth knowledge of sport and exercise science. You’ll learn to devise and implement evidence-based solutions in areas such as biomechanics, physiological assessment, and performance analysis. The course offers a balance of practical experience – through optional industry placements – and robust theoretical training from our experts, in state-of-the-art facilities like the English Institute of Sport. Core modules include testing and monitoring, movement analysis and performance analysis – all equipping you to enhance athletic performance. You’ll also cover physiological assessment and the psychological skills to help athletes increase their physical capabilities and mental resilience. The course integrates various scientific disciplines, enhancing your ability to work across specialisms and apply knowledge in coaching contexts. Supported by rigorous training in research methods and data analysis, you'll develop essential practitioner skills for professional settings in sports. Applied learning Live projects Live projects offer crucial hands-on experience, enabling you to apply your skills in real-world settings. Guided by industry professionals, these projects help you develop consultancy skills across various areas – from performance analysis to physiological assessment. You’ll also benefit significantly from a work-based component, undertaking a large project in collaboration with an industry partner. This enhances your skills and applies your academic knowledge in a professional environment. Previous examples include working with prestigious organisations such as GB Diving – not only enriching your learning experience but also connecting you with influential networks and industry leaders.

Modules

Important notice: The structure of this course is periodically reviewed and enhanced to provide the best possible learning experience for our students and ensure ongoing compliance with any professional, statutory and regulatory body standards. Module structure, content, delivery and assessment may change, but we expect the focus of the course and the learning outcomes to remain as described above. Following any changes, updated module information will be published on this page. Year 1 Compulsory modules Advanced Testing And Monitoring In Strength And Conditioning Applied Project In Sport And Physical Activity Coaching Of Strength And Conditioning Planning And Programming For Strength And Conditioning Research Methods In Sport And Physical Activity

Assessment method

Coursework and practicals

Entry requirements

The following entrance requirements are expected of all learners: a good honours degree, at 2:1 or above, in strength and conditioning, sport science, exercise science, or: a good honours degree in a relevant science discipline, or: an alternative qualification with a suitable concentration of relevant science (at the discretion of the course leader) Non-standard applications will also be considered on a case-by-case basis; the course leader will arrange an informal interview with applicants where this is appropriate. Applicants with formal experience of working in applied sport settings without an undergraduate degree will also be considered at the discretion of the course leader.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS of level 6 or above, including a minimum of 5.5 in all areas (or equivalent).

Please click the following link to find out more about English language requirements for this course

https://www.shu.ac.uk/Courses/Sport-and-physical-activity/MSc-Strength-and-Conditioning-Coaching/Full-time/

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Our postgraduate fees vary depending on course, level and mode of study. Each postgraduate course page tells you how much the tuition fees are, and what additional costs you might have to budget for during your studies. Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees for both full-time and part-time postgraduate study options.

Sponsorship information

Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.

Strength and Conditioning Coaching at Sheffield Hallam University - UCAS