Program Overview

Sports Performance Analysis and Talent Identification (accelerated) BSc (Hons)

Overview

This 2-year accelerated program provides the unique opportunity to complete a master’s within three years. Upon successfully graduating from the BSc, you’ll be eligible to apply for the MSc program, where acceptance will depend on meeting the entry requirements for postgraduate study.

Course Content

• Evaluate sports performance for elite organisations
• Become confident in topics such as data analytics, analysing performance, and understand talent ID and recruitment
• Conduct your own research
• Learn with the latest technology and world-class facilities
• Access to the latest industry software, world-class sports facilities, and British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) accredited labs
• Develop your skills in data analysis, coding, and the use of performance analysis software

Modules

• Introduction to Performance Analysis
• Introduction to Data Analysis
• Holistic Development
• Applied Performance Analysis
• Applied Data Analysis
• Youth Talent Development
• Performance Analysis and Talent ID Research
• Professional Placement
• Individual Analysis
• Professional Project
• Advanced Principles of Talent Identification
• Recruitment Analysis
• Role of the Analyst
• Professional Development
• Reflection in Professional Practice
• Dissemination of Research

Teaching Methods

• Contact time: 40%
• Independent study: 60%
• Blended teaching approach with online learning
• Industry-specific placement tailored to your career aspirations through an Individual Development Plan (IDP)
• Specialist symposium events hosted by key industry figures
• Personal tutor for guidance and support

Assessment Methods

• Pre and post-performance presentations
• Intervention strategies
• Performance profiles
• Player/team performance reports
• Case studies
• Professional reviews
• Assessments designed to reflect real-world scenarios

Entry Requirements

• Standard offer: 112 UCAS points
• Contextual offer: 96 UCAS points
• International students: check country-specific pages for equivalents
• English language requirements: IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any section (or equivalent)

Fees and Funding

• Home: £11,440
• International: £18,150
• Additional costs: depending on optional modules chosen and other projects undertaken
• Scholarships and bursaries available
• Living costs: guide available from the Student Funding Team

Career Opportunities

• Performance analyst
• Opposition analyst
• Recruitment analyst
• Scout
• Data analyst
• Data scientist
• 77% of students say staff value students' views and opinions about the course
• 94% of students say teaching staff have supported their learning well

Research Areas

• Sports performance analysis
• Talent identification
• Data analysis
• Performance analysis software
• Industry-specific research projects

Expert Teaching and Support

• Leading academics and industry specialists
• Personal tutor for guidance and support
• Regular meetings to focus on professional and academic development
• Ongoing support during placement visits

Guest Lectures

• Industry leaders and experts in the field of sports performance analysis
• Recent guest lecturers include Rafal Juc, one of the longest serving international scouts in the NBA

Additional Qualifications

• Level 1 and Level 2 International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport (ISPAS) accreditation
• Industry-specific qualifications throughout the degree

Work Placements

• Professional experience with elite organisations
• Tailored work placements designed through your Individual Development Plan (IDP)
• Build your network of industry contacts

Student Support

• Extensive support system available
• Personal tutor for guidance and support
• Regular meetings to focus on professional and academic development
• Ongoing support during placement visits

Student Life

• Beautiful and historic campus located in Twickenham, London
• Opportunities to engage in sports and fitness activities
• Student union and student services available

International Students

• Check country-specific pages for equivalents
• English language requirements: IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any section (or equivalent)
• Student visa information available

Research at St Mary's

• Discover the many areas in which our academies are currently researching
• Opportunities to engage in research projects and collaborate with academics

Student Testimonials

• "Everything I did at St Mary's has got me to where I am today. All the modules that we covered were very applicable to the real-world, and what I do now in my job as an Academy Performance Analyst at Chelsea FC."
• "A true representation of the industry, a highly trained and experienced programme team, engaging lectures, and the opportunity to further your career."