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University of Birmingham - College of Life and Environmental Sciences
MSc in High Performance Sport
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Help athletes achieve greatness with MSc High Performance 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.


University of Limerick
Sports Performance MSc
- Limerick, Ireland
MSc
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
This is a full-time one-year or part-time two-year postgraduate program. The program will prepare successful graduates for a career in sports performance analysis, specialising in strength conditioning, video analysis and nutrition. The course will increase understanding of the processes of advanced practice in sport performance analysis, by appreciating and challenging the current practice and designing innovative alternatives.


Manchester Metropolitan University
MSc Sport and Performance Nutrition
- Manchester, United Kingdom
MSc
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Our MSc in Sport and Performance Nutrition is one of the few postgraduate taught courses in the UK that places a distinct emphasis on elite sport performance. Designed for those aiming to work at the forefront of sport, health and nutrition, it offers a dynamic blend of scientific knowledge, practical application and professional experience.
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Middlesex University Dubai
MSc in Sport Performance Analysis
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
MSc
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The programme covers relevant topics such as performance indicators, performance profiling, reliability testing, and statistical analysis using industry-standard software packages to empower students with the tools and knowledge needed to drive performance improvements in various sports.


Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid
Master's Degree in High Performance Sports Training - Online
- Online
Master degree
Full time
11 months
Distance Learning
Spanish
The official master's degree in high performance sports training online is a program with a holistic approach aimed at improving the performance of elite athletes and their progress in achieving goals. With a technological focus, it allows us to specialize in the latest trends in high performance sports training and in the use of technological tools linked to sports performance.


UCAM Universidad Católica San Antonio de Murcia
Master in High Performance Sport: Strength and Conditioning
- Murcia, Spain
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English, Spanish
UCAM´s Master in High-Performance Sports is one of the few graduate programs recognized in the world by NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association). This means that our program is a unique opportunity for students to become the most qualified individuals on the market when it comes to high-performance sports. Students have the ability to earn the NSCA-CPT or the NSCA-CSCS credentials, which ultimately opens future doors both professionally and financially for our graduates.


Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid
Private Master's Degree in High Performance Conditioning Sport Scientist - Online
- Madrid, Spain
- Online
Master degree
Full time
9 months
Distance Learning
English
From a perspective of holistic sports training with a focus on the use and development of new technologies applied to high performance, the Master High-Performance Conditioning online allows you to specialize as a coach or sports scientist. With a professional and practical approach, this 9-month program will allow you to develop your ability to work with the latest technology applied to training with elite athletes.


Vytautas Magnus University
Choreomundus – Erasmus Mundus Master in Dance and Movement as Practical Knowledge and Heritage
- Kaunas, Lithuania
Master degree
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
It addresses dance, movement and related practices as Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) from the perspectives of Ethnochoreology, the Anthropology of Dance, Sport and Movement, Heritage Studies, and Technology for Dance and Sport. It focuses on fieldwork and engages with movement analysis, motion capture, ethnographic and documentation techniques.


Warrington and Vale Royal College
Sports & Exercise Sciences HNC
- Online United Kingdom
Certificate
On-Campus
English
The Sports and Exercise Sciences HNC Program is designed for those who want to explore the sciences that underpin a range of disciplines within sport (training and fitness, sport physiology, sport psychology, and sports performance), whilst also developing research, personal, and professional skills.


West Virginia University
Bachelor's in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology
- Morgantown, USA
Bachelor's degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor's program in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology offers students a comprehensive education in understanding how psychological principles influence athletic performance, physical a...


West Virginia University
PhD in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology
- Morgantown, USA
PhD
Full time
On-Campus
English
The PhD program in Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and research skills in the psychological principles that influence athletic perform...


University of Essex
BSc Sports Performance and Coaching
- Colchester, United Kingdom
BSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
Work with athletes, players, and teams; refine their performance; boost their training, enable development. On our BSc Sports Performance and Coaching, you learn how science and practice underpins performance sport. A comprehensive knowledge of scientific theory and practical application is essential for those wanting to coach from grassroots to elite level, across all sports.


University of Essex
BSc Sports and Exercise Science
- Colchester, United Kingdom
BSc
Full time
On-Campus
English
How can athletes optimise their training and performance? How can individuals and communities improve their physical activity, health and well-being? Our inter-disciplinary team of scientists and practitioners will help you understand the role of physiology, psychology, biomechanics and nutrition in sports and exercise science.


Athlone Institute of Technology
Applied Sports Science with Performance Technology – BSc (Hons)
- Athlone, Ireland
BSc
On-Campus
English
The BSc (Hons) Applied Sports Science with Performance Technology prepares students to work in an emerging field of sports analysis. This course is underpinned with exercise science to provide students with the background knowledge of developing sports performance.


University of Technology Sydney
Master of High Performance Sport
- Sydney, Australia
- Moore Park, Australia
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Master degree
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
Developed in collaboration with industry experts and led by globally respected academics, the Master of High Performance Sport blends current theoretical knowledge with evidence-based practice to solve real-world problems. The comprehensive approach not only fosters expertise in collaborative problem-solving within the high performance sport arena but also cultivates leadership, management, and coaching skills, ensuring a well-rounded graduate profile. The Master of High Performance Sport is designed for a diverse cohort, utilising flexible learning modes suitable for both working professionals and local plus international students. It accommodates various entry and exit points—Graduate Certificate (4 subjects), Graduate Diploma (8 subjects), or Master’s (12 subjects)—allowing for a personalised educational journey that lays a robust foundation for careers in high performance sport, with pathways for further specialisation. Delivered online by world-leading academics and industry professionals, it engages with global organisations to enrich the learning experience. The course's unique delivery model caters to both domestic and international students, allowing them to tailor their learning to local and global industry demands. This is further enhanced by flexible professional practice experiences, offering interstate and international students the opportunity for hands-on practical learning in their own location and fostering a truly global learning community. Local students (and any students visiting Sydney) also have access to the UTS Sport, Exercise & Rehabilitation building at the Moore Park Precinct further enriches this experience, offering world-class research facilities. Students who enter the MHPS with current Exercise Science Accreditation (AES) with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA), may also be eligible for ESSA Accredited Sports Science Level 1 (ASpS1) accreditation, upon graduation from the MHPS. The UTS High Performance Sport programme is designed to foster graduates' development as forward-thinking leaders and innovators in the demanding world of high performance sport. The course develops skills in critical thinking, lifelong learning, adaptability in the face of change, and the ability to translate complex theoretical concepts into effective practice.
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Studying Sports Performance prepares you to understand the physical, psychological, and physiological aspects of athletic achievement. This field combines various disciplines to enhance athletic performance through evidence-based practices and techniques.
Through courses in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and nutrition, you’ll gain specialized skills like developing training regimens tailored to individual athletes, conducting performance assessments, and analyzing movement patterns for injury prevention. Those pursuing a Bachelor's degree typically focus on foundational knowledge, while a Master's degree emphasizes advanced research methods and applied practice in sports settings. Doctoral studies delve into specialized research, contributing to innovative practices in sports performance.
As students engage with performance metrics and explore coaching techniques, they build confidence in their analytical and strategic skills. Graduates find diverse opportunities in sports coaching, strength and conditioning, fitness training, and rehabilitation. With a growing emphasis on sport science, the knowledge and skills gained are applicable across various industries where performance optimization is valued.