Advanced Sport Performance Science, MSc
Swansea University
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MSc - Master of Science

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COURSE OVERVIEWThis MSc programme in Advanced Sport Performance Science will equip students with the skills required to successfully and effectively work in the competitive environment of elite sport.The course will comprise of taught modules that deepen students’ understanding of theories and practice of sport performance and develop an advanced understanding of research methodologies, data analytics, reflective practice, and critical analysis skills.An industrial placement will allow students ...Read more

COURSE OVERVIEW

This MSc programme in Advanced Sport Performance Science will equip students with the skills required to successfully and effectively work in the competitive environment of elite sport.

The course will comprise of taught modules that deepen students’ understanding of theories and practice of sport performance and develop an advanced understanding of research methodologies, data analytics, reflective practice, and critical analysis skills.

An industrial placement will allow students to apply their knowledge in a professional environment, further enhancing their employability.

Our course is anchored around major sporting events, which means challenges will be real, and our modules will give students a toolbox of solutions to apply and continually develop as a practitioner.

This MSc programme in Advanced Sport Performance Science will build on staff expertise and partnerships to deliver a programme that ensures students are equipped with key theoretical and practical skills required to work in high performance sport.

The MSc has been designed in collaboration with industry leaders and practitioners, and will offer a unique opportunity for students to learn from world-leading academics in state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories, whilst also working alongside leading high performance sport practitioners.

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WUSCA ranking:
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40/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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15th
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37th
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07 Dec 23

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Modern and well-equipped..Read more

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Entry requirements

Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2:1 level (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University) in Sports Science or similar relevant science discipline.

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£10,400 per year

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£18,750 per year

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Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

£18,750 per year

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Tuition fees for years of study after your first year are subject to an increase of 3%.

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Swansea University
Swansea University , Swansea

Located on the stunning Swansea Bay coastline, this Welsh university provides easy access to the city centre, as well as to the beaches...

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Fabian Way Swansea SA1 8EN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Swansea  0.5 miles away

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