Programme description
What you can expect to study
- Understand physical performance and adaptation.
- Develop testing, analysis and programme-design skills.
- Apply scientific evidence to sport, exercise or health.
Hartpury University · Gloucester
MSc Strength and Conditioning
Builds applied strength and conditioning competences using Hartpury's sports facilities. Graduates are recognised as CIMSPA Graduate Strength and Conditioning Coaches. The programme develops human performance, exercise physiology, biomechanics, psychology and evidence-based practice. At postgraduate level, the emphasis is on advanced knowledge, critical evaluation and independent professional or research work.
Career direction
Where it may lead
Possible career directions include:
- Sport scientist
- Performance analyst
- Exercise professional
- Strength and conditioning practitioner
Career outcomes depend on experience, professional registration where applicable and the modules completed. We can help you compare the exact curriculum before you apply.
Entry requirements
Can I apply?
- Academic
- 2:2 honours degree in a related subject
- Sri Lankan qualifications
- Four-year Bachelor's degree from a recognised Sri Lankan university with at least Second Class Upper
- English (IELTS)
- 6.5 overall, minimum 5.5 in each component
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How we help
Your application, handled.
- We check your eligibility and documents.
- We prepare and submit your application to Hartpury University.
- We help you meet any offer conditions and get your CAS.
- We guide your Student visa application.
More Sport Science courses at Hartpury University
- MSc Sports CoachingMaster's · 1 year · £17,500/yr
- MSc Sport and Exercise NutritionMaster's · 1 year · £17,500/yr
- BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise SciencesUndergraduate · 3 years · £17,250/yr
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Course information checked October 2026 from the official course page on hartpury.ac.uk. The expanded description is a concise GEC summary based on the course record and subject area; module choices, professional recognition, fees, entry requirements and intakes can change. We confirm the latest details with Hartpury University before you apply. Global Educational Consultants is an independent consultancy.