Performance Analysis in Sport

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,520 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Performance Analysis in Sport

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

The MSc Performance Analysis in Sport degree is a unique programme designed for those wishing to enhance their career in the area of performance analysis and high-performance sports practice. The programme aims to equip students with expert academic knowledge, allied to strong practical skills, to deliver a quality service to athletes, coaches and organisations.

This master's programme will equip you with advanced skills to thrive in the continuously expanding field of performance analysis. Leaning into the traditional performance analysis roles such as video and match analysis, notational analysis, live sport analysis, to more evolved skills across modern technologies, data analysis, reporting, visualisation, scouting and recruitment. By taking a multidisciplinary perspective this degree covers the influence the performance analyst can have within coaching, strength and conditioning, and sports injury rehabilitation, amongst other applied scenarios.

You will:

Have access to industry-standard performance analysis equipment and be taught by industry professionals.
Gain hands-on experience using video analysis notation software to analyse and enhance sports performance.
Utilise advanced monitoring technologies, including GPS wearable devices and wellness questionnaires, to gather and interpret athlete data.
Have the opportunity to conduct primary research that could lead to publications, potentially informing future performance analysis practices.

Placement

options available

Students using the 3G sports pitch

Students wearing GPS trackers and playing rugby

Student wearing a GPS tracker

Academic leading an outdoor session

This is for you if...

You are a sport professional looking to develop your career.

You have a passion for leveraging technology to improve athletic performance.

You aim to apply data-driven insights to sports performance.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

What you need to know

Applicant profile

Please note: Due to the structure of this programme, it is not available to international applicants who require a Student Visa.

This course is aimed at a wide range of sports professionals including practising performance analysts, sports scientist graduates, sports coaches, strength and conditioning coaches and physical education teachers.

This course has been developed to be accessible to individuals already working within the field of performance analysis, or those that are aiming to work towards full-time employment within the field. It would be advantageous (but not essential) to have access to athletes so that you can effectively evaluate their training and performance, and implement appropriate interventions as this forms part of the assessments for some modules.

We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

Standard entry requirements

Undergraduate degree

BSc/BA (Hons) graduates with an appropriate sports or exercise-related subject area (Sports Science, Sports Rehabilitation, Sports Coaching).

Prospective students will normally be required to have achieved a 2:1 Honours degree, but consideration will be given to students with a 2:2 Honours degree with appropriate experience and satisfactory references.

You will need to provide a professional CV that shows skills and experience relevant to the degree programme and academic history â including undergraduate, further education, and secondary school qualifications, or equivalents.

Alternative entry requirements

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL)

We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully.

The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. The APL process can be used for entry onto courses or to give you exemptions from parts of your course.

Two forms of APL may be used for entry: the Accreditation of Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

Employment and stats

What about after uni?

With the skills you'll learn in this course, you could take a lead role in performance analysis and make a difference to the performance of your clients. This course could help significantly increase your chances of getting a high-profile role in top-flight sport.

Upon successful completion of the course, it would be possible to progress on to a PhD, or a PhD via publication. We offer a range of research degrees relevant to your area of practice.

A taste of what you could become

A Performance Analyst

Sports Scientist

Data Analyst

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Talent Scout

and much more...

Career Links

This programme has strong links with several Premier League and Football League clubs. There are very strong links with elite sports within the local area including rugby league, netball, and lacrosse.

As part of this programme, you would be expected to assess athlete performance and put forward suggestions for improvement. Upon successful completion of this programme, you will be equipped with the required skills to apply for ISPAS (International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport) accreditation.

Sport Partnerships

Find out more about our sport partnerships, including with North West clubs like Sale Sharks, Salford Red Devils, and Manchester Storm, and the benefits for our students.