MSc High Performance Sport at University of Birmingham

Help athletes achieve greatness with MSc High Performance Sport. Created and delivered by industry experts, build the skills to excel in the ever-changing global landscape of elite sport. Stay at the forefront of sports science as you enhance your skills working with modern hardware and software, linking to athlete training and testing.

Department: Sport and Exercise Sciences  |  Duration: 1 Year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study 120-credit modules completed with a 60-credit dissertation. You'll cover athlete performance, staff development, periodising and planning training, alongside considerations around physical testing and reporting. Modules include Dissertation, Effective Strategies for Preparation and Competition, Evaluating Performance, Research Methodology in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation, Talent Management and Development, Leading Others: From Principles to Practice, Innovation in Professional Development.

Career pathways

With the demand for highly skilled professionals in high performance sport growing, develop the skills to stand out in today’s competitive job market. This MSc develops key skills that are highly attractive to employers within the sporting industry, namely project management, critical analysis and problem-solving skills.

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