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The BSc in Exercise and Health Fitness Management is a four-year honours degree that provides a strong foundation for a successful career in the fitness and health industry. The programme combines hands-on practical training with academic and business education, offering a unique blend of skills to help you thrive as a professional in this fast-growing sector. 

Years 1 and  2 – Practical Skills and Professional Certification 

In the first two years, you'll gain essential practical skills and earn industry-recognised qualifications aligned with Irish and European standards. The specific certifications you achieve will depend on the pathway you choose in Year 2. 

Year 2 (Semester 1): Advanced Personal Training 

This core module prepares you to work confidently with clients of all fitness levels in various settings—including gyms, studios, homes, and outdoor environments. You’ll develop the expertise to design and deliver effective training using minimal equipment and evidence-based approaches. 

You can explore the full module details []. 

Year 2 (Semester 2): Choose Your Pathway 

Customise your learning with a choice of four pathways: 

• Strength and Conditioning for Sport
• Pilates and  Corrective Exercise Specialist
• Physical Activity for Chronic Conditions
• Specialist Populations - Choose any two of four of the list below within this pathway

1. Lifestyle Management Coaching
2. Activities for Children
3. Older Adult Activity Specialist
4. Facility Operations Management

• You can explore the full module details []. 

In Year 3, the focus shifts toward business management, research skills and advanced specialisation. You’ll learn how to analyse trends, communicate effectively, and apply research within the exercise and health context. 

A major highlight of this year is the co-operative placement, giving you invaluable real-world experience in the industry ,building your professional network and helping you apply your knowledge in a live setting. 

Year 4 – Leadership, Strategy, Management and entrepreneurial skills 

The final year emphasises business leadership, entreprenuerial skills and professional development. You’ll engage with core subjects including: 

• Financial Management
• Public Relations and Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Multimedia and Health Promotion
• Event Management
• Working with Diverse Populations 

This year is designed to strengthen your supervisory and strategic capabilities, positioning you to take on entrepreneurial and  leadership roles within the fitness, wellness, or health promotion sectors. 

By graduation, you’ll possess a unique combination of hands-on expertise, professional certifications, and business management knowledge—making you a highly employable and well-rounded Exercise and Health Fitness professional. 

The interfaculty curriculum is delivered by a team of expert lecturers and tutors from across the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, including the Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, the National Council for Exercise and Fitness (NCEF), and the Kemmy Business School. The programme is further enriched by contributions from guest lecturers with extensive industry experience, offering valuable insights into real-world practice. 

Core modules include: 

• Financial Management
• Public Relations and Marketing
• Human Resource Management
• Multimedia and Communication
• Health Promotion
• Event Management
• Working with Diverse Populations 
  ...and more. 

Graduates of the B.Sc. in Exercise and Health Fitness Management are equipped with the knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies needed to lead and innovate in the fitness and health sector. Many go on to set up their own business or take up roles in management, promotion, and leadership—helping to shape the future of health and fitness at both community and organisational levels.