Bachelor of Science (Honours) Common Entry at Institute of Technology Carlow

This course equips students with a broad skill-base ensuring graduates will have a wide range of career options. The first year of this course provides students with a foundation in sport science and subjects are common for all students. After Year 2, students separate in to their chosen specialist area:

• Sport and Exercise Science
• Strength and Conditioning

The course offers a blend of academic and practical skill development.

Course options

Common Entry (CEY)

By choosing CEY Common Entry applicants are applying for a place on the course but postponing the decision as to which science speciality to opt for until the end of Year 2. This allows students time to explore the future career choices open to graduates in the different specialism streams.

Expert guidance will be available from lecturing staff members in the Institute and ultimate choices can then be considered in light of academic performance across a range of science subject areas.

Sport and Exercise Science (SES)

This option equips graduates with a theoretical knowledge and practical skills and competencies demanded by the rapidly growing Sport Science Industry.

Strength and Conditioning (SCO)

This option equips graduates with the necessary knowledge, skills and competencies Strength and Conditioning to enable them to make a contribution to this recognised growth industry.

Special features of this course

• Students gain hands-on practical experience working with Institute of Technology Carlow’s elite athletes and sports teams.
• 14-week national or international work placement with sports organisations.
• Premium facilities including a dedicated elite athlete performance gym, large general gym, fitness assessment suite and performance analysis laboratories.
• Exit award: Higher Certificate in Sport Science or Physiology and Health Science (NFQ Level 6).
• Engagement with community groups, local schools and institute events.