MSc Professional Practice (Sport Performance Analysis) at Cardiff Metropolitan University

Programme overview

A distance-learning master's built around a longitudinal professional placement, developing expertise and applied learning in the work environment within performance analysis. Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences has offered postgraduate performance analysis study since the first Masters in Performance Analysis in 2003. Placements support accreditation from the International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport (ISPAS).

What you will study

Modules: Professional Practice (Sport Performance Analysis), Practitioner Engagement, Examining the Professional Environment, Contemporary Research in Performance Analysis, Research Methods in Sport and a Final Project.

Career pathways

Prepares students for performance analysis careers in the sports industry, particularly with elite performers, in demand from national governing bodies, broadcasters, football and rugby clubs and sport institutes.

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Application information

Entry requirements

One of: an honours degree (2:1 or above) in a sport or mathematics-related area appropriate to the Programme Director; an honours degree (2:1 or above) in another subject area acceptable to the Programme Director; or experience of study or provision of performance analysis. Candidates with exceptional and extensive work experience in sport, coaching or performance will also be considered. Applicants must have a relevant professional work placement organised or apply for a supported internship. Selection is by application, CV and interview, usually after an informal online or phone conversation with the Programme Director. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,000 a year (2026/27). MSc Professional Practice (Performance Analysis) distance learning home fee as listed (per annum). Source

Intake: 2027

Duration: 1-2 years full time; 3-5 years part time

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