STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING at University of Salford

This course has a strong practice-based element, which means you'll develop the skills you need to pursue a leadership role in the field.

Theoretical content is available online, so you won't have to attend University every week. You'll be able to apply your learning to your job and use case studies from your current area of practice. Our staff are experts in the field of strength and conditioning and they often work in partnership with professional sports teams and individual athletes.

This was the first postgraduate programme in Europe to receive international recognition through the NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP).

You will:

• Gain a higher degree that will qualify you for a lead role in strength and conditioning
• Develop the ability to critically evaluate the scientific principles and theories of athletic screening, and a clear understanding of the science behind performance measurement
• Develop a critical understanding of the current scientific principles, concepts and theories of strength and conditioning and its real life application
• Undertake an in-depth, evidence based exploration of a key area relevant to your own practice