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Leeds Beckett University’s MSc Strength and Conditioning Course Earns Prestigious IUSCA Degree Accreditation

The IUSCA is proud to announce that Leeds Beckett University’s MSc in Strength and Conditioning program has been awarded IUSCA Degree Accreditation. This accreditation marks the MSc course as a gold-standard program in the field, setting a benchmark for excellence in strength and conditioning (S&C) education. With this recognition, Leeds Beckett graduates are uniquely positioned to excel in the industry with both advanced academic attainment and the practical expertise required for success in the industry.

The IUSCA Degree Accreditation is widely recognized as world's leading endorsement in S&C education. It is the only fully embedded practitioner certification for S&C, integrating academic and practical components directly into the MSc curriculum. Graduates of the program not only gain a IQF Level 7 professional certification, the Accredited International Strength and Conditioning Practitioner by Masters (aISCP*m), but also comprehensive practical training in S&C, equipping them with key skills that include:

  • Advanced scientific thinking and applied knowledge in strength and conditioning

  • Effective communication and technical writing abilities

  • Hands-on practitioner experience, with substantial practical exposure

  • Skills in self-evaluation and performance improvement, for both personal and professional development


Aden Flannagan, Director of the IUSCA, emphasized the importance of this achievement: “We are thrilled to recognize Leeds Beckett University’s MSc in Strength and Conditioning with IUSCA Degree Accreditation. The program’s dedication to combining academic rigor with practical skills and industry certification creates a powerful pathway for graduates entering the field. Leeds Beckett has demonstrated its commitment to excellence and innovation in S&C education, and we are excited to support their students as they progress in their careers.”

Accredited students in the Leeds Beckett program benefit from unlimited access to exclusive IUSCA video content and practitioner-focused short courses, providing them with ongoing education and resources. These resources enable students to continually develop their skills and deepen their industry knowledge, enhancing both their learning experience and their career readiness.


Dr. Alex Dinsdale, Course Leader for the MSc in Strength and Conditioning said, "Obtaining the Degree Accreditation with the IUSCA is an important step forward for the MSc in Strength and Conditioning at Leeds Beckett University. Our degree programme aims to bridge the gap between the underpinning science and the application to real world practice. Hence, aligning with the IUSCA facilitates an accreditation pathway within our degree programme, which in turn supports our graduates transitioning into the world of S&C practice. The degree accreditation will provide a platform for the course to have a greater global outreach, as well as support collaborations with universities both nationally and internationally."

This dual benefit of Degree Accreditation and IQF Level 7 certification positions Leeds Beckett University as a leader in S&C education, providing students with an invaluable edge in the competitive job market. Graduates emerge from the program with the practical knowledge, technical abilities, and hands-on experience required by industry standards, as well as the distinct advantage of an embedded professional certification.


To learn more about the MSc in Strength and Conditioning at Leeds Beckett University, please visit: https://www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk/courses/strength-conditioning-msc/


To learn more about IUSCA Degree Accreditation, please visit: https://www.iusca.org/degree-accreditation

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