| Course Name |
Strength & Conditioning |
| Course Provider |
SETU - Carlow Campus |
| Alternative Provider(s) |
SETU - South East Technological University |
| Course Code |
CWS05 CWS06 CWS30 CWS31 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
South East Technological University |
Level 9 NFQ |
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)
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Major |
South East Technological University |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
PAC |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Part time, Evening, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Carlow Town |
| Qualification Letters |
MSc |
| PAC Application Information |
Expand+Course Codes:
CWS05 Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Full-time
CWS30 Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Part-time day
CWS06 Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Full-time
CWS31 P...
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CWS05 Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Full-time
CWS30 Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Part-time day
CWS06 Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Full-time
CWS31 Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Part-time day
Entry 2022/2023
Please note that all postgraduate applications for taught programmes at Institute of Technology Carlow should be completed online via PAC (Postgraduate Application System) www.pac.ie
It is important to note that each programme has a different PAC code based on award level, schedule and campus location.
Timetabled hours may include daytime, evening and Saturday classes.
HOW TO APPLY
APPLICATION PROCESS - TAUGHT PROGRAMMES
Please note that all Non-EU international student applicants must apply through our International Office. Please refer to the International section of the prospectus or our website: www.itcarlow.ie/international/non-eu-students or alternatively email: internationaladmin@itcarlow.ie.
Application process steps
1. Choose your programme(s) from our prospectus or online postgraduate programme listing on the Institute website.
It is very important that you review all of the following before applying:
• Entry requirements
• Supporting documentation requirements for your application
• Course modules and information
• Schedule and location (i.e. part-time or full time, and which campus you would like to attend)
• Fees
• Relevant PAC code
• Closing dates for applications.
Should you have any queries, or need further information on a particular programme of study, please contact the relevant programme director or head of department listed on the individual programme.
2. Register with PAC online at www.pac.ie and gather all supporting documentation required for your application (e.g. references, CV, personal statement etc.).
Scanned copies of your supporting documentation must be uploaded to www.pac.ie. Alternatively, supporting documentation can be posted to the Postgraduate Applications Centre, 1 Courthouse Square, Galway. Please note that supplementary documentation should be sent within 7 days of your online application. Documents must be in a clear format, of good quality and a readable size.
Poor quality/unreadable documents may affect the assessment of your application.
3. Apply online at www.pac.ie.
The PAC online application system is now open for new postgraduate applications for the academic year 2022/2023. This is an online application system that allows applicants, for a non-refundable fee of €50 paid directly to PAC, to apply for multiple postgraduate programmes at Institute of Technology Carlow. Applications will be considered in order of preference. If you are successful in receiving an offer on your first preference or first choice of programme, all other preferences will be excluded. Similarly, if you are unsuccessful in your first preference, then your second preference will be considered and so on.
Course selection may be from any of our Masters, Higher Diploma and Postgraduate Diplomas.
PAC may be contacted for support via email: pachelp@pac.ie or through the website. Applicants may contact Admissions via email: graduatestudies@itcarlow.ie.
To ensure a place on your chosen course we advise registering as soon as possible. Certain programmes are restricted to a limited number of applicants and places on these courses are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis. Late applications will be considered on a case-bycase basis.
Institute of Technology Carlow reserves the right to request that some applicants attend for interview to determine their suitability for individual programmes.
4. Review application status via the My Account section on the PAC website.
All applicants will be notified by email of changes to the status of their application. Alternatively, applicants may login online any time to the PAC system under the My Account section to view their application. Applicants who receive an offer have 14 days to accept or decline that offer. Applicants who accept must also pay a deposit of €500 within 14 days which may be paid online via the PAC system. This deposit is then offset against the full tuition fee.
5. Getting started
Applicants who accept their offer should keep up-to-date by logging onto the Institute website. Our academic year starts in September and academic timetables and other news and events will be posted on the website and on other social media such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram.
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| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 Year Full-time, 2 Years Part-time. |
| Course Fee |
CWS05 Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Full-time €7,800
CWS30 Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Part-time day €7,800
CWS06 Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Full-time €6,000
CWS31 Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning CARLOW Part-time day €6,000
Programme Fees for Non-EU Students
Masters Programme Fee – €11,250. |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
A Level 8 degree with a minimum Second Class Honours Grade 2, in a relevant field of study. Applicants applying for entry via routes other than those listed above will be considered on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with IT Carlow’s Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) policy.
For more information on this programme and on how to apply, go to the Study section of the IT Carlow website: www.itcarlow.ie. |
| Comment |
NOTE: All programmes are offered subject to sufficient numbers of students. This document is intended as a guide to programmes. While every effort has been made to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the information contained in this publication at the time of print, Institute of Technology Carlow reserves the right to make changes to any content, schedules or fees. |
| Course Content |
Expand+What is this programme about?
The Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning has been designed to meet the growing demand for highly skilled, qualified strength and conditioning practitioners.
The aim of the programme is to provide an intel...
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The Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning has been designed to meet the growing demand for highly skilled, qualified strength and conditioning practitioners.
The aim of the programme is to provide an intellectually challenging, applied postgraduate programme of study that will prepare graduates with advanced knowledge, understanding and practical coaching skills in Strength and Conditioning. This will enable them to work with elite athletes, recreational and specialist population groups.
Course Delivery
The part-time offering is delivered one day per week over two academic years. Semester two of year two will comprise a supervised research dissertation. The research topic may be work-place based.
The full-time programme is delivered on the basis of two full contact days per week over a one year period.
Facilities
On-site strength and conditioning resources include a dedicated state-of-the-art performance facility, comprising Eleiko equipment, a 30-metre indoor sprint track, sports halls, 4G pitches and athletics track. The Department of Science and Health is equipped with physiology and biomechanics laboratories, each with a comprehensive range of performance evaluation equipment.
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| Subjects Taught |
What subject areas will I study?
Strength and Conditioning Research Dissertation
Advanced Resistance Training
Explosive Conditioning
Metabolic Conditioning
Periodisation for Strength and Conditioning
Sports Nutrition
High Performance Sports Testing
Applied Research in Strength and Conditioning
Elective Subjects:
Strength and Conditioning for the Older Adult
Injury Rehabilitation and Reconditioning
Youth Fitness and Athletic Development |
| Number of Credits |
Master of Science in Strength and Conditioning 90 Credits
Postgraduate Diploma in Strength and Conditioning 60 Credits |
| Careers or Further Progression |
Expand+What will I be able to do when I finish this programme?
Strength and Conditioning is an integral component of physical activity that spans recreational participation to elite performance. Graduates of the program will be suitably equipped with ...
Hide-What will I be able to do when I finish this programme?
Strength and Conditioning is an integral component of physical activity that spans recreational participation to elite performance. Graduates of the program will be suitably equipped with the knowledge and competencies to meet the growing demand for skilled practitioners. In addition, it is anticipated that students will apply for professional accreditation (UKSCA, NSCA, ISAK) and will be suitably prepared to meet the stringent competencies of each.
Postgraduate Diploma
The Postgraduate Diploma in Science in Strength and Conditioning is an Embedded Exit Award. Special features of this programme Guest lectures The programme will be delivered by staff who all have significant professional practice experience working with athletes and players at all levels, up to international standard.
Alongside the wealth of on-site knowledge, guest lectures will be delivered by international experts in the field.
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| Further Enquiries |
PROGRAMME DIRECTOR
Declan Browne BSc, MSc
E: declan.browne@itcarlow.ie |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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