
Strength and Conditioning BSc (Hons)
Available for Clearing 2025
Course Overview - Strength and Conditioning BSc (Hons)
The need for trained S&C professionals is growing all the time, and this is the only undergraduate Strength and Conditioning degree in Scotland. Youll excel in this growing industry with your key knowledge of physical performance.
Gain the skills to become a Strength and Conditioning (S&C) practitioner and develop your understanding of performance sport. Youll cover the core disciplines of physiology, biomechanics, coaching and training theory.
Learn the sciences behind training and performance
Your in-depth knowledge of...
<strong>The need for trained S&C professionals is growing all the time, and this is the only undergraduate Strength and Conditioning degree in Scotland. Youll excel in this growing industry with your key knowledge of physical performance.</strong><br/><br/>Gain the skills to become a Strength and Conditioning (S&C) practitioner and develop your understanding of performance sport. Youll cover the core disciplines of physiology, biomechanics, coaching and training theory. <br/><br/><strong>Learn the sciences behind training and performance</strong><br/><br/>Your in-depth knowledge of the sciences behind training and performance mean you could work with young people, the elderly and those either suffering from, or at risk of, developing a number of diseases.<br/><br/><strong>Work placements and internships</strong><br/><br/>Built in work placements and multiple accreditations really enhance your employment prospects. Youll get many opportunities to go on placements and join extra-curricular internships. This is where you learn how to apply your theoretical knowledge in practical, real-world situations. <br/><br/>Practitioner roles are expanding outside of the sport world. The industry is moving into other areas such as the military, the police and the fire service. Youll graduate ready to hit the ground running with your key knowledge of physical performance.<br/><br/><strong>Official recognition and accreditations</strong><br/><br/>These accreditations make you highly desirable and help improve your CV.<br/><br/>This is <strong>Scotlands only undergraduate degree</strong> to be formally recognised by the <strong>National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)</strong>, and by the <strong>International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA)</strong>. <br/><br/>Official recognition by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) helps to prepare you for the NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist® (CSCS) certification.<br/><br/>Accreditation by the International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association (IUSCA), means you can choose to become an Accredited International Strength and Conditioning Practitioner (aISCP) after graduation. <br/><br/><strong>Two-year foundation in Sport and Exercise</strong> <br/><br/>This course is flexible, and part of a portfolio of five courses covering different specialisms in sport.<br/><br/>For the first two years, everyone takes Sport and Exercise as a foundation. Then you specialise in years three and four. <br/><br/>Abertay is <strong>Scotlands TOP University for overall student satisfaction in Sport and Exercise (NSS 2023)</strong>.
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You’ll benefit from small class sizes, supportive staff, and a real-world learning environment that sets you apart in the job market. With lower living costs and a vib...
Clearing is your opportunity to join a top 10 Scottish university (Uni Compare 2026).<br/><br/>Right in the heart of Dundee, Abertay is a friendly, welcoming campus with a reputation for innovation, employability, and industry-inspired courses. From Computer Science with Cybersecurity to Biomedical Science and Mental Health Nursing, Abertay offers cutting-edge degrees designed with your future career in mind.<br/><br/>You’ll benefit from small class sizes, supportive staff, and a real-world learning environment that sets you apart in the job market. With lower living costs and a vibrant student scene, Dundee is the perfect place to live and learn.<br/><br/>What are you waiting for? Click Visit Website now to discover your dream course and kickstart your future with Abertay University.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Abertay Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2025
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C604
Institution Code
A30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27
To include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE or Maths at S5 or H4 Entry into Year with 34 Points to include Sports, Exercise and Health Science and Biology or Chemistry or Physics plus one other Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
Sport Sport and Exercise Sciences Entry into Year 2 with D*DD Sport or Sport & Exercise Sciences
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
HNC (BTEC)
Scottish Advanced Higher
Scottish HNC
Pass
Entry into Year 2 with an HNC in one of the following:- Coaching & Developing Sport - Graded Unit C Fitness, Health & Exercise - Graded Unit C Next Gen Physical Activity & Health - Graded Unit P Professional Golf - Graded Unit C Entry into Year 1 with an HNC in one of the following:- Applied Science - Graded Unit C Soft Tissue Therapy - Graded Unit C Sport & Hospitality Management - Graded Unit C Sport & Recreation Management - Graded Unit B Sport Therapy - Graded Unit C
HND (BTEC)
Scottish HND
Pass
Entry into Year 3 with an HND in one of the following:- Applied Sport Science - Graded Unit C Coaching & Developing Sport - Graded Units CC Fitness, Health & Exercise - Graded Unit C Football, Coaching & Development - Graded Units CC Entry into Year 2 with an HND in one of the following:- Professional Golf - Graded Unit C Sport & Hospitality Management - Graded Units CC Sport & Recreation Management - Graded Unit C Sport Therapy - Graded Unit C Entry into Year 1 with HND Applied Science - Graded Unit C
A level
C,C,C
To include Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE or Maths, Sport Science and Active Leisure Industry Entry into Year 2 with ABB to include PE and Biology or Chemistry or Physics
T Level
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £15,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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