High Performance Sport MSc

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 27,090 / year

Next Intake September-2026

High Performance Sport MSc

About

Course overview

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. Become part of our unique learning environment as you gain insights into advanced periodization models and learn how to develop athletes in high-performance environments.

High-Performance Sport MSc will equip students with a new way to think about and use applied sports science principles when working in sport. What sets us at Birmingham apart is the chance to learn from staff who have worked in the field and external contributors at the top of their disciplines.
Dr Tom Brownlee
High Performance Sport MSc, Programme Lead

Course structure

This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode. Study a range of compulsory and optional modules completed with an applied-themed research dissertation. While the exact content may change, here’s what you can expect to study each semester.

Autumn Term: 29 September 2025 – 12 December 2025

In term one, you will dive straight into undertaking research activities to boost your competence in knowledge generation and implementation. You will undertake a range of compulsary modules with the oppourtunity to tailor your degree to your interests. Select from our optional modules and choose to study either Theory and Practice of Leadership or Innovation in Professional Practice.

The MSc High Performance Sport programme will develop your ability to work with athletes, understand advanced periodisation models and develop athletes in a high-performance setting.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

English Program Requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 Listening, 22 Speaking and 21 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 67 with no less than 64 in all four skills
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component
LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 33 in each skill

Career

Career opportunities

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. Open doors to exciting career paths within sports organizations, professional teams, and national governing bodies. Potential positions include strength and conditioning coaches, fitness coaches and sports scientists in high-level sports organisations.

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Careers and employability