MSc Strength and Conditioning

LJMU's MSc in Strength and Conditioning produces world-class, research-informed practitioners who have the option to pursue a career in research. The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked first in the North West and top 20 in the world for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2026) Study on a course delivered by world-leading researchers and applied practitioners in LJMUs pioneering School of Sport and Exercise Sciences Access state of the art strength and conditioning facilities including physiology, biomechanics and molecular biology labs and the high performance gym Look forward to career opportunities as an applied practitioner in strength and conditioning, teaching and lecturing or in doctoral research programmes Benefit from an applied strength and conditioning work related experience. Opportunities may include working with clubs in the English Premier League and Championship or Women’s Super League Football, as well as the Rugby League Super League and Championship or Premiership and Championship Rugby Union. You could also gain experience with the UK Sports Institute, GB Boxing or British Cycling This programme is ideal for individuals who currently hold an undergraduate degree in sports science, strength and conditioning or a related topic, and want to advance their knowledge, research skills and expertise in strength and conditioning. The programme opens up a world of scientific innovation, research and the related application of specially designed strength and conditioning support that can help a range of populations to achieve their goals. You will learn to make decisions in complex and unpredictable situations and you will ultimately contribute to the essential support framework demanded by the strength and conditioning industry for success. The course is built on a solid structure of research skills, applied methodologies and the latest research in physiology, biomechanics and coaching science, all of which are essential to become a strength and conditioning practitioner and/or researcher. You will develop essential skills in communicating and implementing your recommendations for both specialist and non-specialist audiences.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree Candidates will be required to have academic qualifications commensurate with entry to postgraduate study, and be able to demonstrate an aptitude for scientific study. Candidates would normally be expected to have a good honours degree (i.e., upper second or first) in sport science or a related discipline Further information Extra Requirements The desire to pursue a career in strength & conditioning Some of the work related experiences offered by this programme will require a DBS check RPL RPL is not accepted on this programme International requirements IELTS IELTS requirements for international students are set at an overall score of 6.5 with no element below 6.5 for reading and writing and 6.0 for speaking and listening for post graduate students Further information Extra Requirements The desire to pursue a career in strength & conditioning Some of the work related experiences offered by this programme will require a DBS check RPL RPL is not accepted on this programme Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme. There will be no interview. The programme will typically register 25 students per year. Applicants will be selected on merit, alongside an obvious desire to pursue a career in strength and conditioning. You will need to submit a Personal Statement in your application. Personal Statements are assessed on evidence of: recent achievements passion for strength and conditioning career trajectory

IELTS IELTS requirements for international students are set at an overall score of 6.5 with no element below 6.5 for reading and writing and 6.0

International students: £22,000 per year

UK students: £11,450 per year

UK/Home: £11,450 per year

International: £22,000 per year

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