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Andrew Lane

9 months ago

Enhancing Judo Performance – Designing and Delivering Effective Training University of Wolverhampton in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Sports Science

Funding

Full funding available

Deadline

December 31, 2026
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United Kingdom

University

University of Wolverhampton

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Keywords

Sports Science
Strength And Conditioning
Coaching
Martial Arts
Performance Psychology
Athletic Performance
Web-based Intervention
Competitive Sports

About this position

???? PhD Opportunity in Elite Judo Performance ????

We're excited to announce a fully funded 4-year PhD studentship in collaboration with British Judo Association and the University of Wolverhampton

This is a unique opportunity to:
? Deliver S&C support to elite judo athletes at the British Judo National Training Centre
? Work within an interdisciplinary team alongside Olympic and World-class performers
? Develop applied academic expertise through a project focused on gym-to-mat performance transfer
? £20,780 annual stipend + full tuition fee waiver

?? Research Project: Enhancing Judo Performance – Designing and Delivering Effective Training

The project explores how physical preparation translates into technical and tactical success in competition. It includes:

Identifying key physical qualities behind winning judo actions
Co-designing training interventions with coaches and athletes
Developing practical tools to track readiness and adaptation

?? Deadline to apply: Sunday 17th August 2025
?? Interview date: Wednesday 27th August 2025 at British Judo, Walsall Campus

?? To apply send a CV + cover letter ( https://lnkd.in/eSYzzmNf )

Come and Join Andy Lane and I and work with a fantastic group of staff and atheltes.

Andy Lane Opinderjit Kaur Takhar James Dale Dr Chris Kirk Dr Mitchell Finlay

?? PhD Judo StrengthAndConditioning SportScience Wolverhampton GBJudo OlympicSport PerformanceScience PhDStudentship InterdisciplinaryResearch

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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