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Sport Psychology graduate Tajda Svetek discusses her experience of completing a PESS research internship titled “Embodiment in VR for Motor Learning of a Novel Knot Tying Task”.

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Recent Publication by Matthew P. Herring & Colleagues titled 'Adolescents’ perspectives on and experiences with post-primary school-based suicide prevention as end-users, co-creators and peer helpers – a systematic review meta-ethnography.'

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Recent Publication by Carmen Barquero Ruiz titled 'Addressing contemporary concerns in models-based practice: insights from Ireland’s national physical education curriculum'

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Recent Publication by Carmen Barquero Ruiz & colleagues titled 'Collaging the (Dis)illusio of Being International Early Career Women in Physical Education and Sport Sciences/Kinesiology.'

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Exploring the role of play in skill development – dr phil kearney. Photo by Rosario Fernandes on Unsplash As a coach, achieving your goals for learners (e.g., develop a love of the game; progress their skill development) depends upon two things: what you do within…

In today’s blog, #MScAppliedSportsCoachingUL Course Director @kearneype.bsky.social reflects on engaging with cricket coaches at the Cricket Ireland Coach’s Association Conference.

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To apply, visit the link 🔽

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Read more in the blog by Dr Grainne Hayes 🔽

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Applications for the MSc Sports Performance commencing in January 2026 are still open!

Course Director Dr Grainne Hayes talks about this postgraduate programme, including what you will study, entry requirements, and the amazing career prospects of graduates.

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BSc Sports and Exercise Science graduate Adam Duggan discusses his experience of completing a PESS internship titled “Exercise Training-Induced Modulation of NAD⁺ Metabolic Pathways”.

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No rain, great views, and lots of learning! 🌄

In today’s blog Associate Professor Carmen Barquero Ruiz tells us about how second-year PE students enjoyed a fantastic day hiking Moylussa.

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In today's blog, MSc Applied Sports Coaching Course Director @kearneype.bsky.social reflects on a recent session where they explored the coaching environment.

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In today's blog Mairéad Grogan reflects on her experience presenting at and attending the HEPA Europe Conference in Kaunas, Lithuania last month.

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In today's blog PESS Intern Sean McKeon tells us about his experience of his recently completed internship.

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MSc Sports Performance at the University of Limerick – Everything you need to know – course director, Dr Grainne Hayes. The MSc in Sports Performance, offered by the Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at the University of Limerick, is a full-time one-year or part-time two-year postgraduate programme…

Find out more by reading the blog by Dr Grainne Hayes, Course Director of the Programme 👇

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Are you looking to gain in-depth knowledge in sports performance?

Consider the many benefits that the MSc Sports Performance cohort avail of every year.

Application Deadline: November 2025

For more info and and to express your interest now 👇

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🤝 Meet the new team member 🤝

We're delighted to introduce the newest addition to our Physical Education and Sport Science Department, Associate Teacher Dr Shane Ryan! 🧠️

Join us in welcoming Shane to our vibrant academic community.

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In today's blog @kevinlimerick.bsky.social reflects on the HEPA2025 Conference in Lithuania.

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Congratulations to Dr Darragh O’Sullivan who successfully passed his PhD Viva Voce 👏

Darragh’s work is titled ‘"Effects of Guidelines-Based Resistance Exercise Training on Depressive Symptoms Among Young Adults with and Without Analogue Generalized Anxiety Disorder."

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Discover Our MSc in Sports Performance at the University of Limerick – associate professor grainne hayes. Discover Our MSc in Sports Performance The MSc in Sports Performance, offered by the Department of Physical Education and Sport Sciences at the University of Limerick, is a full-time one-year or pa…

Applications are open for January 2026 entry!

Read what MSc. Sports Performance Course Director Dr Grainne Hayes has to say about this programme in our blog⬇️

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Are you considering pursuing a postgraduate programme in sport?

The MSc. Sports Performance was designed to prepare successful graduates for a career in sports performance analysis, covering strength & conditioning, video analysis and nutrition.

Read ⬇️ to find out about the programme.

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Join us for a free public workshop as part of @pesslimerick.bsky.social Science Week 2025! 🗣️

📅 Tuesday, 11th November

🕖 7pm

📍 Room P1033, PESS Building, University of Limerick

Spaces are limited — booking is essential!

📧 Email: Rosemary.Daniel@ul.ie to reserve your place.

In today’s PESS blog, Sports Science student and athlete Ellie McCartney reflects on her internship exploring the lived experiences of female athletes in high-performance coaching environments.

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Congratulations to Brigitte Moody, the recipient of the prestigious Michael Darmody Award for 2025. 👏

The award recognises outstanding contributions to Physical Education in Ireland and was presented at the PEAI Conference 2025.

In today’s blog, PESS staff member Graham O' Brien discusses functional threshold power in cycling and why a single metric can’t capture the full picture of a cyclist’s abilities.

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