Sport Performance Analysis MSc - Distance Education at Middlesex University

Programme overview

This online distance learning master’s course will prime you to gain employment as a sports performance analyst. This online master’s course will help you develop your career as a performance analyst by developing the necessary theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to fulfil the typical responsibilities required. These responsibilities include the collection of sport performance data using performance analysis software packages; preparing specific videos for presentation to players and coaches; analysing datasets for trends and relationships; and visualising data through dashboards.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Department: London Sport Institute | Study mode: online | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our specialist degree covers relevant topics that help you develop skills that are highly sought after in industry. Compulsory modules include Advanced Performance Analysis, Sport Data Analytics and Visualisation, Research Methods, Professional Placement, Independent Project.

Career pathways

This Sport Performance Analysis programme is for students who would like to develop key skills and competencies, acquire a body of knowledge, and gain exposure to new and innovative areas of the subject. A Sports Performance Analysis degree opens the doors to a number of exciting career paths, with excellent career progression opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

International (Inc EU). We normally require a second class honours degree 2:2 or above in a sport or exercise related field. We would also welcome applications from students with undergraduate degrees in all sciences, maths and IT areas. Alternatively prospective students who have completed the ISPAS accreditation and have extensive experience in the area will be considered via interview. Online distance learning students will be required to secure their Sport Performance Analysis related placement. Students are required to have a laptop - specific requirements will be clarified at the beginning of the course. Students are required to attend the compulsory residential which starts in the January following enrolment – please note that transportation to the residential and meals are not included.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,250 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate. Part-time students: £82 per credit (not included). Source

International applicants: GBP 15,200 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate. Part-time students: £102 per credit (not included). Source

Intake: September 2027

Apply through the official page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply-for-taught-courses/

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