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Northumbria University, Newcastle
Sport Performance and Analysis MSc (2 Years)
Northumbria University, Newcastle

Sport Performance and Analysis MSc (2 Years)

NORTHUMBRIA UNIVERSITY, NEWCASTLE

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MSc - Master of Science

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Sports Coaching

Course Summary

Course OverviewThe first course of its kind, our Sport Performance and Analysis MSc will allow you to integrate the study of high-performance sport with your own experiences as an athlete, coach, practitioner or someone passionate about elite sport.You will study how we need to adopt a holistic view of high-performance improvement. One that not only has an emphasis on technical and tactical improvement, but also involves an analysis of coach/practitioner and athlete/team behaviour and interactions. The focus of the curriculum will be:How we achieve quality training environmentsCompetition preparation and executionHow to develop effective support structuresBuilding an effective performance cultureDevelop effective relationships within the performance teamThe Sport Performance and Analysis MSc aims to combine your current knowledge and understanding, practical experiences of training and coaching environments.

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SP7008 -Strategic Interactions in Performance Sport (20 Credits) - Core
This module focuses on the complex social and interactional nature of sports work across a range of professional roles (e.g., sport coach, video analyst, strength and conditioning specialist, sport scientist etc.). You will explore key challenges and opportunities facing sport professionals who are tasked with leading, influencing and supporting diverse webs of stakeholders that span highly dynamic organisational contexts. This module will help you to critically reflect upon and develop the intrapersonal, interpersonal and analytical skills necessary to negotiate the demands and dilemmas inherent in contemporary sports work. You will engage in inquiry, interpretation and explanation of your own strategic interactions and those of other people, as well as their complex situated interrelationships, and you will learn to locate and apply your knowledge through socio-pedagogical theorising at the forefront of academic and professional practice in sport.
SP7018 -Performance Analysis and Data Analytics (20 Credits) - Core
SP7019 -Working with Elite Performers (20 Credits) - Core
SP7000 -Sport Research Methods (20 Credits) - Core
SP7006 -SER PG Project (60 Credits) - Core
SP7009 -Sport Professional Practice (20 Credits) - Core

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Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as sports science, sports performance and coaching, physical education, physiotherapy, social sciences. Work experience in a relevant field and/or a professional qualification may also be considered.

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Situated in Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumbria University is an exciting university that has a global reputation for its research-driven approach to postgraduate learning. The university is well known for producing future leaders across a range of industries, as it encourages students to ‘Take on Tomorrow’ throughout their academic journey. Northumbria University produces outstanding and innovative research while also nurturing student talent to...more

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