MPS High Performance Sport at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The Master’s in High Performance Sport (HPS) at Penn State is a graduate program focused on optimizing human performance within sport-related environments through evidence-based practices. Integrating physiology, biomechanics, psychology, nutrition, and data science, the program prepares students for leadership roles in professional, collegiate, and elite sports organizations. The program fosters a transdisciplinary lens that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving within complex sport systems.

Faculty: The Graduate School | Duration: 35 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The HPS program requires the completion of 35 credits, including core courses, experiential learning, and a capstone project. Courses include Physical Preparation 1, Sport Biomechanics, Data Science for Performance Practitioners 1, Physical Preparation 2, Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition for Performance Practitioners.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants apply for admission to the program via the J. Jeffrey and Ann Marie Fox Graduate School application for admission . Applicants to the HPS program should possess a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., sport science, exercise science, kinesiology, nutrition, biology, psychology, data science, or related disciplines) and demonstrate a strong interest in the interdisciplinary study of human performance. Admission requirements include: 1. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 2. Foundational coursework in areas such as anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, psychology, statistics, human nutrition, motor learning, and exercise science. 3. A personal statement outlining career goals, professional experiences, and alignment with the program’s mission. 4.

Duration: 35 credits

Apply through the official page: https://gradschool.psu.edu/graduate-admissions/how-to-apply/

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