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Postgraduate Certificate - PGCert
Headingley Campus
Part Time
Sep 2026
1 Year
You could work in high-performance sport, sports development or other environments where superior levels of athleticism are required. As part of your course, you’ll: Learn how to optimise human performance so that athletes of all abilities and sports can perform optimally while minimising their risk of injury Study the biomechanics and physiology of the human body Focus on the development of strength and power and cardiovascular adaptations to aid training and performance Learn to understand the perspectives of other practitioners, including nutritionists, physiotherapists and psychologists Have the opportunity to design and implement a programme for athletes or specific populations Apply your theoretical knowledge to real-life situations Establish positive working relationships with a wide range of people, including players, athletes, officials, coaches and parents.
Develop an understanding of the physiological and mechanical factors governing the generation of strength and power through a study of the structure and function of the neuromuscular system.
Gain an in-depth and critical understanding of the physiological principles underpinning strength and conditioning practice. You'll evaluate the physiological demands of sporting events, assess and measure key physiological capacities, and design training prescriptions to support athletic development. This module emphasises the importance of evidence-based practice and the acquisition of essential practical skills for strength and conditioning professionals.
Build a critical understanding of the needs of the sport or individual, the theory of programming (planning, organisation and delivery) and the subsequent evaluation of the training process. You'll explore the scientific principles of programme construction, in conjunction with reflective practice and practical considerations within real-world scenarios.
Develop your ability to use evidence, apply and critically reflect on your own coaching practice whilst considering the requirements of professional bodies and relevant organisations. You'll be supported to reflect on your own coaching practice and/or provide opportunities to undertake work-based learning within a placement. You'll gain an awareness of the potential interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary nature of the strength and conditioning practitioner's role.
The tuition fee for students entering in 2027/28 is £59.33 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 60. The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study.
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