Strength and Conditioning MSc

Intro

Our Strength and Conditioning masters degree is for students who have undertaken a sports science, sports coaching or related undergraduate degree and who wish to continue their studies and progress to working within elite athletics.

The degree is designed to meet the knowledge and standards required to become a UKSCA Accredited Strength & Conditioning Coach (ASCC) through experiential learning on the professional enquiry placement module and key core modules such as practical applications to performance training, strength and rehabilitation science and effective coaching.

The University of Brighton’s sport and exercise laboratories are accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES). There are also extensive fitness and sport facilities on campus which include a teaching and research gym.

The course leader, Flo Pietzsch, was a strength and conditioning coach with the Lawn Tennis Association and at the English Institute of Sport. He is an accredited member of UKSCA and has advised and worked with UKSCA on curriculum development on their recent coaching science content.

Careers

The degree is designed to facilitate accreditation with the UK Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) - many graduates from our programme are now UKSCA Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coaches (ASCC).

Employment prospects for graduates are extremely good. The strength and conditioning industry has expanded considerably and many professional sports organisations employ strength and conditioning coaches. This degree is specifically designed to provide the necessary skills and knowledge bases to undertake such a role.

Since the United Kingdom Strength and Conditioning Association (UKSCA) was founded in 2004 there has been significant investment and development in elite sport provision. A 2015–16 annual report from UK Sport indicates an industry net expenditure of £41 million.

The University of Brighton has expert, accredited strength and conditioning staff who have an international reputation in its applied provision. A degree from Brighton will help ensure you are fully equipped for a successful career in this expanding industry.

Relevant science honours degree, such as sports science, with a minimum 2:2 equivalent from a NARIC-recognised institution.