Sports & Recreation Studies

QQI Level 4 – Sports & Recreation (4M4966)
Duration: 2 years

Get active, build confidence, and train for a career in sport and fitness.

If you enjoy physical activity, being part of a team, and helping others stay healthy, the Sports & Recreation Studies course could be a perfect fit. This practical, hands-on programme gives you the skills and confidence to work in the sports, leisure, and fitness industries—from gyms and community centres to coaching or activity leadership.

You’ll train in the college’s own sports facility and also take part in real work experience in local gyms, leisure centres, or sports clubs. The course supports all types of learners with flexible, self-paced modules and continuous assessment through practical work, projects, and assignments—no big final exams.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to stay fit and support others in fitness
• Teamwork, communication, and leadership skills
• How the body works (Human Biology)
• Nutrition and healthy lifestyles
• Safety in the workplace and during physical activity
• Customer service in sports and leisure settings

Core Modules Include:

• Communications
• Work Experience
• Workplace Safety
• Team Working
• Personal Effectiveness
• Soccer
• Food & Nutrition
• Human Biology
• Health Related Fitness
• Customer Service

Why Choose This Course?

• Learn by doing in real sports and fitness settings
• Gain experience in gyms, leisure centres, and the community
• Build teamwork, confidence, and motivation
• Train in a supportive and inclusive environment
• Progress at your own pace with ongoing support
• Prepare for further study or work in the sports and leisure industry

What’s Next?

FURTHER EDUCATION: 
Crumlin College of FE: Sports Therapy L5 &L6 
Inchicore College of FE: L6 Leisure & Recreation Management; HND in Sport 
Pearse College of FE: L5 Sports & Recreation 
Liberties College : Youth Studies & Community Development

Also included within our progression routes are:

• Sallynoggin College of Further Education
• Colaiste Ide
• Marino College of Further Education
• Liberties College of Further Education
• BIFE HIGHER EDUCATION: Setanta College certificates, diplomas and degrees from L6 up