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PostgraduateCourse summary
Sporting organisations are showing increasing demand for professionals skilled in the handling, analysis and presentation of complex data. This Masters programme is designed to offer graduates the comprehensive skillset and experience required to succeed as an analyst in a variety of sporting sectors. Via a mixture of lectures, seminars and practical exercises, you'll gain hands-on experience working with real data and professionals in the field. The MSc Sport Data Analytics at Strathclyde is unique in:
- placing a high emphasis on analytics, providing you with the technical skills to analyse complex data sets using cutting-edge techniques and software
- offering opportunities to interact with professionals such as sport scientists, performance, data, recruitment, talent or notational analysts through guest lectures and networking opportunities
- providing students with the chance to build a portfolio through high-quality placement opportunities with external partners
Modules
Compulsory modules: Introduction to Sport Data Analytics, Recruitment Analytics in Sport, Video Analysis in Sport, 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.
How to apply
International applicants
Applicants whose first language is not English shall be required to demonstrate an appropriate level of competence in the English language with IELTS not less than 6.5.
Entry requirements
First-class or second-class Honours degree in Sport or Computer Science. Entry may be possible with other relevant qualifications achieved at equivalent academic standard. Applicants whose first language is not English shall be required to demonstrate an appropriate level of competence in the English language with IELTS not less than 6.5. Places on this course are capped to maintain an excellent student experience, including small group teaching and enhanced access to academic staff for support and supervision. We encourage early applications, as demand often exceeds the number of available places.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £10950 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £10950 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £10950 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £10950 | Year 1 |
| EU | £26900 | Year 1 |
| International | £26900 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
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