My question is in relation to obtaining a degree in sports science, sports nutrition or a course similar. I currently have a diploma in fitness instruction and an extended course in certified personal training. My leaving cert points were 425 and I am currently working full time in a gym and I might have the opportunity to manage soon.
Is there any courses that you know of that will provide a degree on a part time basis, or full time but quicker than the average due to my previous qualifications in a related field of practice?
Hello Vincent,
There are a number of different questions here – let’s see if I can help.
While I appreciate your interest in being involved with sports, the possibilities you mention are all over the place.
If you are interested in sports nutrition, you would obtain training in nutrition and emphasize any relation to sports – do your term papers on sports-related themes, or any theme that addresses high-intensity activity and consequent nutritional needs.
I know one student who obtained a business degree, and did everything he could to relate his studies in relation to sports-businesses. He is now the business manager for a professional hockey team in the USA.
As for your prior experiences in sports and training – they are excellent credentials to get into a program. Some institutions allow "credit by portfolio" but I don’t think much of a place that allows that. Instead, go for a part-time degree and, once again, do everything you can to relate it to your sports and fitness interests.
Good luck to you.
Hello Vincent,
There are a number of different questions here – let’s see if I can help.
While I appreciate your interest in being involved with sports, the possibilities you mention are all over the place.
If you are interested in sports nutrition, you would obtain training in nutrition and emphasize any relation to sports – do your term papers on sports-related themes, or any theme that addresses high-intensity activity and consequent nutritional needs.
I know one student who obtained a business degree, and did everything he could to relate his studies in relation to sports-businesses. He is now the business manager for a professional hockey team in the USA.
As for your prior experiences in sports and training – they are excellent credentials to get into a program. Some institutions allow "credit by portfolio" but I don’t think much of a place that allows that. Instead, go for a part-time degree and, once again, do everything you can to relate it to your sports and fitness interests.
Good luck to you.
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