Course summary
On our MSc Sport Data Analytics Masters programme you'll:
- develop skills in sport data analysis, interpretation, and presentation
- gain hands-on experience in a professional sporting environment through engagement with our external partners
- gain a comprehensive overview of sports data analysis, covering key areas such as talent identification, recruitment analytics, video analysis, and performance evaluation for individuals and teams
- attend engaging lectures by industry experts showcasing real-life case studies
Modules
Modules will feature regular guest lectures by industry professionals, drawn from a range of sports organisations who will share their invaluable insights and discuss real-life case studies. Semester 1: Introduction to Sport Data Analytics, Recruitment Analytics in Sport, Video Analysis in Sport Semester 2: Professional Placement, Data Visualisation in Sport, Research Methods in Sport Data Analytics, Dissertation.
Assessment method
Modules are assessed by various methods including infographics, essays, reflective pieces, data analysis plans, and presentations. The dissertation project is assessed with a final report appropriate to the research question.
Entry requirements
First or upper second-class Honours degree in Sport or Computer Science. Possess other qualifications deemed, by the Programme leader, to be equivalent to (i) above, or: be deemed by the Programme leader, to have achieved an academic standard equivalent to (i) above.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ