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MSc Sport Performance Analysis - Distance Education

MUMiddlesex University London · London

The Sport Performance Analysis MSc (Distance Education) is designed for students aiming to build a professional career as a performance analyst. This online master’s programme provides the theoretical and practical exper…

Tuition
£11,850/yr
Duration
1 year
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.5

Information from mdx.ac.uk, updated 4 June 2026About this information

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Course Overview

The Sport Performance Analysis MSc (Distance Education) is designed for students aiming to build a professional career as a performance analyst. This online master’s programme provides the theoretical and practical expertise required to excel in the field, including data collection, video preparation for coaches and players, trend analysis, and data visualisation. The curriculum is developed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure students meet the current demands of the sports sector. Students will gain proficiency in industry-standard software and develop critical research skills. The course includes a compulsory professional placement and an independent project, allowing for the practical application of knowledge in real-world settings. Please note that students are required to attend a compulsory residential session starting in the January following enrolment. This programme is ideal for those looking to work in professional or amateur sports, or for those wishing to progress into further research or consultancy roles. The institution reserves the right to adjust course content to maintain academic standards.

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

Second class honours degree 2:2 or above in a sport or exercise related field, sciences, maths, or IT areas.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with minimum 6.0 in all components).

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Core Modules

Advanced Performance Analysis30 Credits Credits
Sport Data Analytics and Visualisation30 Credits Credits
Research Methods30 Credits Credits
Professional Placement30 Credits Credits
Independent Project60 Credits Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

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Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
4 June 2026
Source
mdx.ac.uk

Course information on this page was last updated from the Middlesex University London website available at mdx.ac.uk on 4 June 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with Middlesex University London; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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