On Tuesday afternoon, the PESS Department was proud to provide the venue for a talk by Ukrainian Olympian and Human Rights Advocate Vladyslav Heraskevych. Vladyslav was disqualified from the Winter Olympics due to his helmet, […]
Tag: Sport Science
UNIVERSITY OF LIMERICK ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT: OWEN TARRANT.
University of Limerick graduate, Owen Tarrant, who studied BSc in Sport and Exercise Sciences in the Department of Physical Education and Sports Sciences (PESS). Owen’s career in rugby has seen him work with Chiefs in […]
THE HELMET OF MEMORY AND THE COURAGE TO SPEAK THE TRUTH – DR PHIL KEARNEY & DR NIAMH CUMMINS.
‘The Helmet of Memory and the Courage to Speak the Truth’ A Message of Sports Diplomacy from Vladyslav Heraskevych (Ukrainian Olympian and Human Rights Advocate) University of Limerick is proud to feature as the inaugural […]
Unravelling the Mystery of Blood Flow Restriction Training – Dr. Alexander Gamble.
What is blood flow restriction exercise? Blood flow restriction (BFR) exercise involves the occlusion of the active limbs during regular resistance or aerobic exercise. By using a tourniquet to provide occlusion during exercise, there is […]
Sport and Exercise Sciences: An Applied Degree Programme – dr. ian sherwin.
The Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at the University of Limerick run a four year BSc programme in the area of Sport and Exercise Sciences. The programme is designed to provide students with […]
PESS: Moulding Future Leaders in Sport and Healthcare – James Conner.
When I decided to go back to college I thought to myself I’m in my mid 40’s, I’m just going to lay low, do my work, earn my diploma, and move on to the next […]
An International Perspective on the MSc Sports Performance Programme – joseph DELeo.
Pathways to the MSc Sports Performance Programme Individuals who aspire to have a career in sports performance, sport science, and related fields must stand out from their colleagues. Strong candidates will have a clear […]
The value of a PhD for a Strength and Conditioning Coach – Patrick Dolan
Completion of higher education degrees increases one’s knowledge in specific areas and may also be helpful in work-place promotions. In sport, a Master’s degree is usually the highest point a coach feels he or she […]
Sport and Exercise Sciences: An Applied Degree Programme – Dr Tom Comyns
The Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at the University of Limerick run a four year BSc course in the area of Sport and Exercise Sciences. The programme is designed to provide students with […]
