📖Introduction

Munster Technological University: Munster Technological University (MTU) is an innovative and forward-thinking institution located in Cork, Ireland. It is the result of a merger between Cork Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Tralee. MTU offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, science, business, art and design, and more. The university focuses on practical learning, industry collaborations, and research that addresses real-world challenges. With a student-centered approach, MTU provides students with a supportive environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for professional development. It aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen careers and contribute to societal and economic development.

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📚About the Program

This programme combines health, fitness, sports and exercise related modules with core Business modules. The programme prepares students to work in the business, sports and leisure sector of the economy and provides them with the specialist skills and competencies needed in these industries. The leisure industry is one of the fastest growing sectors of the economy. This has created a demand for personnel with specialist knowledge and skills in recreation and leisure. This programme combines such skills and competencies with a strong business base, while offering students the opportunity to acquire appropriate practical and managerial expertise, which will enable them to be effective managers in the recreation and leisure industry. There is a mandatory supervised work placement of five weeks in year 3 (e.g. leisure centres, adapted physical activity centres and sports coaching settings). Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

Stage 1 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork
SPRT6001 Anatomy & Physiology
SPRT6007 Gym Instruction
SPRT6011 Principles of Sport Psychology
SPRT6012 Motor Development in Youth
ACCT6013 Intro to Accounting

Stage 1 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SPRT6005 Exercise & Wellness
SPRT6016 Nutrition for Health
MGMT6020 Business Sport & Leisure Admin
ECON6003 Introduction to Microeconomics

Elective
Module Code Module Title
SPRT6004 Exercise to Music
SPRT6010 Coaching Children in Sport
SPRT6013 Aquatics: Swimming
SPRT7015 Intro. to Holistic Massage
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 2 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SPRT6017 IT for the Leisure Industry
SPRT7017 Business Management
SPRT7020 Leisure Marketing
SPRT7026 Sociology of Sport & Leisure

Elective
Module Code Module Title
SPRT6003 Aquatics:Intro to Water Safety
SPRT7016 Holistic Massage
SPRT7027 Coaching Adolescents in Sport
SPRT7032 Fitness Industry Trends
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 2 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SPRT7033 Applied Exercise Physiology
SPRT7036 Sport & Exercise Psychology
ACCT7008 Accounts & Analysis
MRKT7013 Advertising and Promotion

Elective
Module Code Module Title
SPRT7002 Athletic Performance & Testing
SPRT7014 Health Promotion
SPRT7029 Intro. to Sports Massage
SPRT7034 Aquatics: Swim Teaching
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 3 / Semester 1
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SPRT7007 Entrepreneurship in Leisure
SPRT7019 HR & Sports Policy
SPRT7025 Professional Development
SPRT7035 Research Methods:Sport Science

Elective
Module Code Module Title
SPRT7006 Coaching Elite Sport
SPRT7022 Leisure Facility Operations
SPRT7030 Sports Massage Therapy
ECON6001 Introduction to Macroeconomics
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

Stage 3 / Semester 2
Mandatory
Module Code Module Title
SPRT7008 Enterprise Business Plan
SPRT7018 Leisure Industry Management
SPRT7024 Rec Leis Placement
LEGS7004 Business and Sports Law

Elective
Module Code Module Title
SPRT7001 Adapted Physical Activity
SPRT7023 Personal Training
SPRT8009 High Performance Sport Mgmt.
SPRT8011 Workplace Health Promotion
FREE6001 Free Choice Module

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🏫About Munster Technological University

Munster Technological University (MTU) is an innovative and forward-thinking institution located in Cork, Ireland. It is the result of a merger between Cork Institute of Technology and Institute of Technology Tralee. MTU offers a diverse range of programs in engineering, science, business, art and design, and more. The university focuses on practical learning, industry collaborations, and research that addresses real-world challenges. With a student-centered approach, MTU provides students with a supportive environment, state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for professional development. It aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen careers and contribute to societal and economic development. MTU's vibrant campus and strong ties with local industry make it an attractive choice for students seeking a well-rounded education and a pathway to career success.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

$0 USD

Tuition fee:

13,500 EUR per year

40,500 EUR in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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