Masters of Science in Performance Coaching

Overview

We have seen a growing demand for Performance Coaching professionals throughout the world of sport and human performance. With the explosion of technology in sport in recent years there is a requirement for key individuals to gain the skill sets to understand and interpret data and develop the practical application and coaching skills to devise, implement and oversee performance-related programmes. 

This Masters of Science in Performance Coaching is a joint programme by Setanta College and the Irish American University. The programme is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. 

Our industry-recognised qualification will give you:

• An advanced understanding of both current and emerging technology, knowledge and practice in performance science.

• Practical coaching skills in the application of technology in sport.

• Preparation and encouragement to pursue future coaching and performance management opportunities.

• Higher order creative, critical and reflective thinking skills that encourage application and evaluation.

• A multidisciplinary approach to working confidently within sport and human performance at an elite level.

Careers

This programme will produce graduates capable of coaching, planning, managing and implementing the latest sports technology and methodologies based on current science and its practical application. As such, it is expected that graduates will be well prepared to accept high levels of responsibility within a variety of sports and fitness industry sectors. They include but are not limited to:

• Elite and Amateur levels in Team and Individual sports

• National Governing Bodies of Sport (NGB)

• Health and Public sector

• Health and Fitness industry

• Freelance and Consultancy

• Sports Technology, Equipment and Performance Science

Accreditation

• The Master of Science in Performance Coaching is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. 

• This is one of the World’s leading accrediting bodies, recognised globally and comes under the US Department of Education’s Council of Higher Education Accreditation. 

• Furthermore, Setanta College Professional Advisory Board, other subject matter experts, and international sporting organisations have informed, reviewed, and approved the course content. 

• This includes World Rugby, the Titleist Performance Institute, and the NSCA who recognise our programmes and qualifications.