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MSc Sport Science for Performance Coaching

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    MSc 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Course Description

Do you want to further your knowledge of sport science and athletic development? Solent’s sport science and performance coaching master’s degree has been designed in partnership with industry experts to help equip students with skills, experience and knowledge precisely tailored to industry requirements.

Built on a successful and popular undergraduate programme, this high-level master’s degree helps to prepare students for a career in the sports industry by delivering hands-on professional skills and adopting an interdisciplinary approach to coaching.

During the course, students will explore key areas such as talent identification, long-term athlete development, performance analysis, strength and conditioning, peak performance, technical and tactical development, marginal gains, social support and mental skills coaching.

Past students have benefitted from a guest speaker programme which has featured lectures from professionals from the highest level of a variety of sports, who have shared their advice, knowledge and experience of the industry.

Entry Requirements

Honours degree at 2:1 or above

  • Acceptance is also subject to successful interview.
  • Admissions will consider applicants who do not have a degree at 2:1 or above, but can provide evidence of relevant work experience.
  • All students will be required to undertake a criminal convictions check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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Fees

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Programme Funding

Solent University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships that provide financial assistance or waive fees for tuition or accommodation. Each bursary or scholarship has specific eligibility criteria.

Student Destinations

The course has been designed in conjunction with industry experts, ensuring you gain skills and theory tailored to industry requirements. Graduates would be well-placed to work with:

  • Professional, elite or Olympic athletes
  • Hospitals and health organisations
  • Schools and/or colleges

Module Details

Core modules

  • Applied Research Methods and Study Design
  • Independent Research Project
  • Physical Preparation in Sport and Exercise
  • Psychology In Coaching And Athletic Development
  • Tactical and Technical Development in Sport
  • Placement

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