Performance Analysis in Sport

University of Salford

Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Computer scienceSport and exercise science

Performance Analysis in Sport MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Salford, based in Salford, taught full-time over 1 year.

About this course

The MSc Performance Analysis in Sport degree is designed to advance careers in performance analysis and high-performance sports practice. This programme provides a blend of expert academic knowledge and practical skills necessary for delivering high-quality services to athletes, coaches, and organisations.

The course covers traditional roles such as video and match analysis, notational analysis, and live sport analysis, as well as modern skills in data analysis, reporting, visualisation, scouting, and recruitment. It also explores the performance analyst's impact within coaching, strength and conditioning, and sports injury rehabilitation, among other areas.

You will benefit from:
- Access to industry-standard performance analysis equipment and instruction from experienced professionals.

- Hands-on experience with video analysis software to enhance sports performance.

- Utilisation of advanced monitoring technologies, including GPS devices and wellness questionnaires, to analyse athlete data.

- Opportunities to conduct primary research that may lead to publications and influence future performance analysis practices.

The MSc in Performance Analysis in Sport is available on both a full-time (one year) and part-time (two to three years) basis.

The full-time programme runs from September to September and offers the following exit awards:
- Postgraduate Certificate (PgCert): Completion of one module.

- Postgraduate Diploma (PgDip): Completion of two modules.

- Master's (MSc): Completion of two modules plus a dissertation. To achieve the MSc award, you must successfully complete the modules Performance Analysis and Injury Prevention and Performance Measurement, along with the Research Project Module.

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Study Options

This course is available in 5 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Salford

Part-time

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Salford

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 8 Months

Qualification: PgCert

Location: Salford

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 8 Months

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Salford

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Salford

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Salford
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Computer science, Sport and exercise science