MSc Strength and Conditioning

Aimed at sports professionals including sports science graduates, physiotherapists, strength and conditioning coaches, and sports medicine physicians, this postgraduate programme at the University of Salford develops the skills required for leadership roles in strength and conditioning. Core modules cover the scientific principles of strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and performance measurement, with students also completing an independent research dissertation. The course is designed for those already working in the field or working towards full-time employment within it.

Delivered through a blended learning approach, the programme combines on-campus workshops with online theoretical content and self-directed study. It is available full-time over one year or part-time over two or three years, and leads to an MSc award, with exit points at PgCert and PgDip level. Notably, it was the first postgraduate programme in Europe to receive recognition through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) Education Recognition Program, and has been developed in alignment with both NSCA and UKSCA competency frameworks. The programme is delivered by University of Salford staff based in Manchester.