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Study MSc in Strength and Conditioning at the University of Edinburgh. Our postgraduate degree programme looks at sport science from a physiology stand-point, while applying knowledge of inter-disciplinary applied sport science and coaching.
These entry requirements are for the 2026-27 academic year and requirements for future academic years may differ. Entry requirements for the 2027-28 academic year will be published on 1 Oct 2026.
A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a sports science-related subject/major that includes courses on anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, research methods, and a research dissertation.
If you have a degree in another subject then your application must include evidence of the following:
at least a year of relevant work experience (e.g., internship, placement, paid employment) as a strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist, or fitness/ personal trainer and evidence relevant professional qualifications
that you are working towards professional accreditation with a relevant body (e.g., UKSCA, NSCA, minimum Level 3 personal trainers award or Level 3/4 fitness trainers qualifications).
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You must take these courses
Understanding Research Concepts
REDU11010
10 credits
Research Process
REDU11011
10 credits
Dissertation (Strength and Conditioning)
REDU11026
60 credits
Training Science
SPRT11019
20 credits
Applied Practice in Strength and Conditioning
SPRT11020
40 credits
Professional Development for Strength and Conditioning
SPRT11018
40 credits
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