Program Overview

Introduction to Performance Data Analysis

Performance Data Analysis examines statistical data captured during sporting events to develop game plans and winning strategies.

What will my study involve?

• Learn how to gather data to forecast results, identify patterns, and track strengths and weaknesses of the opposition.
• Use 3D performance capture technology and other sport science and computer lab equipment within UC's Performance Education and Training Centre.
• Internship experiences within professional sporting teams so you can learn first-hand about implementing advanced tactics and improving performance.
• Earn accreditation using performance analysis software.

Courses

Performance Data Analysis major

Complete the compulsory courses for the Bachelor of Sport, along with the following major courses:

• 100-level
  • SPRT131 Introduction to Performance Data Analysis
  • One course chosen from the options
• 200-level
  • SPRT204 Biomechanics
  • SPRT209 Exercise Physiology
  • SPRT229 Sport Psychology
• 300-level
  • SPRT304 Applied Movement Analysis
  • SPRT310 Practicum 3
  • SPRT331 Performance Analysis 2: Tools and Techniques

Performance Data Analysis minor

For the minor in the Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Digital Screen, Health, Product Design, Psychological Science, Science, Social and Environmental Sustainability, Sport, or Youth and Community Leadership, complete the following courses:

• 100-level
  • SPRT104 Anatomy and Physiology
  • SPRT131 Introduction to Performance Data Analysis
• 200-level
  • SPRT204 Biomechanics
  • SPRT209 Exercise Physiology
  • SPRT229 Sport Psychology
• 300-level
  • SPRT304 Applied Movement Analysis
  • SPRT331 Performance Analysis 2: Tools and Techniques

Career opportunities

Performance analysis is a key part of sports and fitness industries to help make profits from winning matches and competitions.

• Career pathways could include:
  • Performance analyst
  • Sport coach
  • Exercise scientist
  • Sports commentator

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Arts (Specialisations)
• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Digital Screen with Honours
• Bachelor of Health
• Bachelor of Product Design
• Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Social and Environmental Sustainability
• Bachelor of Sport
• Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership

Related subjects

Choose an area that you are interested in and learn how UC's range of study options can let you study what you want to.

• Sport Coaching: Inspire others to reach their potential in sport, athletic and physical development.
• Computer Science: Solve problems and make improvements in the world through Computer Science.