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Global Institute of Sport
MSc Performance Analysis in Football
Global Institute of Sport

MSc Performance Analysis in Football

GLOBAL INSTITUTE OF SPORT

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Full time | Online | 1 year | SEP-26

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Sports Coaching

Course Summary

The role of performance analysis within football is more important than ever. Whether it’s the opposition, potential transfer targets or last weekend’s fixture, analysing performances and data can be the difference between success and failure. Course Overview The MSc Performance Analysis in Football course encompasses the skills and education required of a performance analyst, data analyst, recruitment analyst and scout, whilst also benefiting coaching practice. Students on this programme have access to world-leading performance analysis tools from Hudl (including Sportscode and Wyscout), In-Play Sports and Player maker. Such tools are used by analysts, scouts, coaches and clubs across the globe. This programme will give students the necessary tools to understand and explore the performance analysis principles that rule the modern game. You will gain the knowledge of the theory and practice that enables enhanced performance on the pitch as well as in player recruitment. The Global Institute of Sport’s partnership with The Professional Football Scouts Association (PFSA) means some PFSA qualifications form part of GIS entry requirements. This powerful partnership also offers GIS students exclusive access to industry leading scouting and analysis qualifications throughout their studies. Enhance your degree with these CPD accredited professional courses, that elevate your skills, broaden your knowledge and maximise your career potential.

Modules

An Interdisciplinary Approach in Football
This module will enable you to develop awareness and understanding of the requirements and interactions behind the scenes within a football setting. The applied element of The Interdisciplinary Approach in Football will allow you to assess your role as a Performance Analyst and integral part this plays within the wider context of working within a professional football environment. You will learn how an analyst interacts with other disciplines and how these differing roles all work together for the benefit of improvement within a club setting. Theoretical underpinning will establish the importance of all the interdisciplinary cogs working together to achieve a shared goal. You will hear from industry professionals working within these differing sectors to share their experiences of how they interact with Performance Analysts and the mutual benefits this can provide.
Applied Football Match Analysis
Applied Reflective Practice
Applied Research Project
Football Statistics and Data Analysis
Global Sports Leadership
Talent Identification and Recruitment

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£12,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£12,500

Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree – minimum 2:2 (ideally a 2:1) in a relevant degree subject.

Applicants who hold a degree in a non-relevant subject can be admitted provided they achieve the PFSA Level 1 & Level 2 qualifications prior to the start of the course.

University information

Global Institute of Sport-Overview
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The Global Institute of Sport (GIS) is a specialist sports-oriented education provider. It positions itself as a leading destination for sports university degrees worldwide, reflecting a strong focus on high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. GIS is supported by a global network of industry leaders and elite stadium venues, within which several of its campuses are based. Primarily focusing on sport related programmes, as well...more

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