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Stage 4: Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness (Bsc.)

The Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness (B.Sc.) offers individuals the opportunity to research, study and practice at an advanced level in the area of Exercise & Health Fitness.

Recognition: The B.Sc. is awarded by the University of Limerick (UL) and is placed at Level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and Level 6 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF).

Aim: To provide graduates of the Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness (DEHF) or those with equivalent qualifications with the opportunity to advance and apply their knowledge, skills and competencies so as to provide direction, leadership and professional expertise at the highest management levels in the Exercise & Health Fitness sector.

Programme Design: Elements of the B.Sc. programme year will include traditional classroom based learning, e–learning and blended learning including electronic support structures for collaborative interaction. Comprehensive teaching and learning materials have been developed for all modules. These materials include  interactive resources for e-learning.  

Programme Delivery:Those delivering on the programme are drawn from the NCEF, the Faculty of Education and Health Sciences and the Kemmy Business School at UL.  Guest Lecturers with relevant backgrounds will also present on the programme.

The programme will span over three academic semesters with 16 contact weekends and will be offered every alternate academic year subject to demand.

CONTINUE YOUR EDUCATION: Progress your NFQ Level 6, fitness instructor qualification, (Certificate) to Diploma, NFQ Level 7 (DEHF) or Degree, NFQ Level 8 (Bsc.)

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness are qualified to apply their knowledge, skills and competencies so as to provide direction, leadership and professional expertise at the highest management & promotional levels in the Exercise & Health Fitness sector. Employment varies from areas such as business management, human resources, event management and marketing in Exercise & Health Fitness to public service areas such as health promotion, and researching /developing policy for diverse populations.   The B. Sc. programme year places a strong emphasis on entrepreneurial skills and setting up your own business within the sector.