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Workshop
Sport Science Fundamentals Workshops
Optimising player performance has become a growing part of the game, from playing data, nutrition, and performance psychologists, sport science has revolutionised the way coaches and players understand how to achieve the best performances consistently across the season.
This workshop aims to highlight the key psychological techniques that can be leveraged to improve mental performance, as well as the key physical considerations to enhance performance.
Course Objectives and Target Audience
Course Content
- Setting the psychological scene for players
- How the brain works
- Brain health
- Emotional intelligence
- Transitions throughout the playing career
- Personal awareness and wellbeing
- Team psychological state analysis
- Conflict management
- Psychology of match preparation
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Applied anatomy and physiology
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Performance management and planning
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Performance diagnostics
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Designing and managing a training plan
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Applied sports nutrition
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Importance of nutrition for performance
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Food groups’ impact on athletic performance
Course Delivery
Course Length
The length of the course is 10 weeks.
Language
This course is delivered in English.
Schedule
• October - January 2026.
Location
Online virtual learning environment.
Certification
Students will receive a Certificate in Sports Science Fundamentals.
Fees and Grants
The programme admission fee is £2,000 +VAT. Current and former PFA members can apply for a grant of £2,000 +VAT.
