Strength and Conditioning University of Derby

Overview

You will be exposed to real-world learning environments to provide first-hand experience of how these can be applied when working directly with clients.

A key element of the Strength and Conditioning course at University of Derby is the hands-on experience that you will get with a range of specialist equipment in and around the Human Performance Unit in line with industry requirements. Due to the applied nature of the course, you will become proficient in the use of force plates, linear positional transducers, surface electromyography, GPS monitoring, performance testing, and data handling.

Professional mentors experienced at working in applied settings will support you during your studies as you gain experience as a practitioner in your chosen discipline.

The programme brings in modern elements of technology so that you graduate with the most up-to-date information, and is committed to continually reviewing how the use of artificial intelligence (AI) may potentially influence the role of the strength and conditioning practitioner and consider how AI-related tools may be ethically used within the profession.

By the time you graduate from this course, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate effective design, communication and implementation of strength and conditioning interventions underpinned by scientific theory in a practical setting
• Demonstrate data processing, analysis and reporting skills using a range of systems and techniques
• Evidence a practical understanding of the implications of research and/or theory in the field of applied strength and conditioning

• Show comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the current theories and contemporary issues in applied strength and conditioning.

Careers

The programme offers an industry and research-informed curriculum designed to develop your knowledge, technical capacity, and applied skills as a strength and conditioning practitioner, incorporating both placement activity and a significant research project. The breadth and depth of content will prepare you for further training and a variety of careers within strength and conditioning.

Once you graduate from this programme, you will be well-equipped to pursue a variety of roles within sport and exercise science and strength and conditioning. Potential roles include that of an applied sport scientist or strength and conditioning coach with a professional athlete or sports team, or those within exercise and health i.e., promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles in the wider society.