The Applied Sports Science with Sport & Exercise Nutrition – BSc (Hons) at the Technological University of The Shannon is designed for ambitious students passionate about optimising human performance through scientific principles. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of exercise physiology, biomechanics, and the critical role of nutrition in sports, preparing you for a dynamic career in the health and fitness industry. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are keen to explore the intricate relationship between diet, training, and athletic achievement, and wish to develop evidence-based strategies for enhancing health and performance across diverse populations.
This full-time, on-campus bachelor's degree is studied over four years, offering a progressive curriculum that builds your expertise year on year. You will engage with practical modules covering nutritional assessment, ergogenic aids, and performance periodisation, alongside developing essential skills in sports statistics and data analysis. A significant highlight is the dedicated placement year in Year 3, providing invaluable real-world experience. You will graduate with the knowledge and practical skills to pursue careers in sports science, performance nutrition, health promotion, and sports management.