Exercise & Health Fitness
Graduates of the NCEF Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness are qualified to provide direction, leadership and professional expertise at the highest management & promotional levels in the exercise & health fitness sector.
| Award Name | Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | University of Limerick |
| NFQ Level | Level 8 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Degree - Honours Bachelor (Level 8 NFQ) | Major | University of Limerick | Level 8 NFQ |
Duration
1 year add on from a Level 7
Provisional contact days are Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am to 6pm, however this may be subject to change and students must be available Monday to Friday in the event of timetable rescheduling.
Entry Requirements
The entry requirement for the Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness is as follows:
NCEF Diploma in Exercise & Health Fitness (DEHF), NFQ Level 7, at Honours grade level 2.2 or higher.
Please note:
Applications for equivalency from students without the Diploma in Exercise and Health Fitness will be assessed on an individual basis through the NCEF/UL Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Scheme.
Please click link on course webpage under Entry requirements (weblink below) to apply through RPL
A Recognition of Prior Learning fee of €125 applies to all applicants required to submit an application. If your application is successful and you are offered a place on the programme, this fee is deducted from the overall programme fee.
Careers / Further progression
Employment varies from middle to senior business management with the necessary business skills in the areas of financial accounting, marketing, human resources, multimedia and event management to oversee a small to medium sized business. Graduates also work in both public and private businesses, public service areas such as health promotion, and researching/developing policy for diverse populations.
Graduates may also choose to further their education and take on post-graduate study. Graduates from the BSc in Exercise and Health Fitness have been accepted and completed Masters programmes in diverse areas such as:
• Sports Psychology
• Sports Performance
• Professional Master of Education (Physical Education)
• Applied Sports Coaching
• Mental Skills and Mental Health in Sports and Exercise
• MA in Leadership in Workplace Health & Wellbeing
• Business Administration
• Primary School Teaching
• Digital Marketing
• Strength and Conditioning
• Exercise and Nutrition Science
• Occupational Therapy
Further information
The NCEF Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness is scheduled to commence in the University of Limerick on Tuesday, 19th September 2023.
The NCEF Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness (BSc.) programme fee is €3,725
Option 1: Full Fee Payment
Payment of €3,725 (including a non-refundable deposit of €995) on acceptance of your place on the course.
Option 2: (2 Payments) Total Fees €3,725
Non-refundable deposit payment of €995 due on acceptance of your place on the course.
The balance of fees, €2,730 is due on or before Friday, 11th August 2023 at the latest.
Once students are registered, all fees paid are non-refundable/non-transferable.
In compliance with Section 65(4)(a) of the Qualifications and Quality Assurance (Education and Training) Act 2012, Learner Protection arrangements have been put in place with Arachas Insurance, should the NCEF cease to provide this programme before learners have completed awards.
Funding:
This programme is eligible for SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) funding however, funding decisions are based on an individual’s personal circumstances. You may apply through www.susi.ie to see if you qualify. The SUSI course code reference is LMAA905.
Students have also secured funding or part funding in the past from other local government support agencies however this is on a completely individual basis.
It is important to note that all NCEF courses must be fully paid before a student commences. If SUSI funding is allocated to students, this is reimbursed to the student upon receipt of payments from the University of Limerick Fees Office. Please be prepared to wait for a refund for 6+ months and payments are split, based on confirmation of student attendance in the Autumn and Spring semesters.
We are now accepting applications for the 2023/24 academic year!
B.Sc in Exercise & Health Fitness
Graduates of the NCEF Bachelor of Science in Exercise & Health Fitness are qualified to provide direction, leadership and professional expertise at the highest management & promotional levels in the exercise & health fitness sector.
The BSc. course consists of nine modules including the Final Year Project (FYP). It has a strong business and management emphasis, preparing students for employment in managerial or entrepreneurial roles.
Please see below for the list of modules:
MG4067 Management in Exercise & Health Fitness
FI4017 Financial Management
MK4028 Public Relations & Marketing
PM4088 Human Resource Management
SS4057 Information Technology & Multimedia
EN4027 Health Promotion
SS4088 Diverse Populations
SS4037 Event Management
SS4047 Final Year Project (FYP)
Who is the accrediting body?
All NCEF courses and modules are accredited by the University of Limerick (UL).
On successful completion of the course, students will graduate from the University of Limerick with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health Fitness.
• University of Limerick Accredited
• Level 8 on the Irish National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)
• Level 6 on the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
• 60 European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) credits are awarded in Year 4.
Office Phone No: +353 61 202 829
Email: ncef@ul.ie