Health Science
Colm Dowling BA (Hons) in Exercise and Health Studies (WD125) and Irish National Swimming Champion
BA (Hons) in Exercise & Health Graduate Colm Dowling, tells us how WIT helped him to excel personally and professional
“As well as studying, I also swim competitively at an elite level.
This course has helped me excel in my personal, academic and sporting life.
The modules are diverse and interesting and the lecturers on the course are understanding and are always willing to help.”
Colm is a graduate of BA (hons) in Exercise and Health studies and Irish National Swimming Champion.
Study the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Exercise & Health Studies at WIT
This is a four year, level-8 honours degree that combines the disciplines of exercise science & health promotion.
Exercise & Health Studies has four distinct elements; Studies in exercise, nutrition & health science, Studies in health promotion, modules focus on quality of life issues and physical activity and Practical fitness instruction skills.
A 16-week work placement in third year offers real experience in a fitness, special needs or physical activity promotion environment.
Students who enrol in this course can expect to study modules such as; Introduction to Sport & Exercise Science, Social, Personal & Health Education and Promoting Physical Activity & Health.
