Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Sport Performance
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Sport Performance at Victoria University equips students with expertise in sports-performance analytics through instruction in research insights and programming. The program covers data collection, analysis, visualization, and decision-making, preparing graduates for careers as data analysts in the sports industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Gain a formal qualification in data science with a unique sports context by studying the Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Sport Performance at Victoria University.
- This course prepares you to succeed in the growing field of data analysis in sport.
- Learning from true industry leaders, you will gain expertise in sports-performance analytics and graduate job-ready with instruction in:
- the latest research insights
- an essential programming language.
Outline:
- Introduction to Sports Analytics: This unit will introduce you to the basic concepts of sports analytics, including data collection, analysis, and visualisation. You will learn how to use data to improve sports performance and make better informed decisions.
- Programming for Sports Performance: This unit will teach you the essential programming skills you need to work with sports data. You will learn about data structures, algorithms, and software development tools.
- Spatiotemporal Data Analysis in Sport: This unit will focus on the analysis of spatiotemporal data, which is data that is collected over time and space. This type of data is commonly used in sports to track player movements and analyse team performance.
- Analytics for Decision Making in Sports Performance: This unit will teach you how to use data analytics to make better decisions in sports. You will learn about decision-making models, risk analysis, and performance evaluation.
Assessment:
- Assessment in this course will be based on a variety of methods, including:
- assignments
- quizzes
- presentations
- a final project
Teaching:
- This course is taught using a variety of methods, including:
- lectures
- tutorials
- practical exercises
- online learning
- The faculty for this course are experts in the field of sports analytics. They have a wealth of experience in both academia and industry.
Careers:
- Upon completion of this course, you will be qualified to work as a data analyst in the sports industry. You will have the skills and knowledge necessary to:
- Collect, analyse, and interpret sports data
- Use data to improve sports performance
- Make better informed decisions
- Communicate your findings to others
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond. Victoria University aims to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
Services
Housing services
Victoria University is pleased to offer guaranteed accommodation to new and continuing full-time domestic and international students. This offer is in partnership with UniLodge, our accommodation provider.
UniLodge Victoria University offers modern purpose-built student accommodation apartments in Footscray with excellent facilities and a community environment – all within a short walking distance to classes!
Library services
Our online resources are available 24 hours a day from wherever you are. You can also visit any of our seven campus libraries for help with your information needs, access to a PC or a quiet place to study.
Student Life
Campus life
Victoria University has campuses across Melbourne's CBD and western suburbs. International students can also choose to study at VU Sydney, VU India or partner institutions overseas.
Our flagship campus is located in Footscray - study with us in Melbourne's western cultural and creative epicentre.
- City Flinders
- City Flinders Lane
- City King
- City Queen
- Footscray Nicholson
- Footscray Park
- St Albans
- Sunshine
- Werribee
- VU at MetroWest (Footscray)
- VU Sydney
Sports facilities
There are plenty of options for staff and students wanting to join a sporting club and play in local competitions.
Joining a Victoria University sport club helps keep you fit while doing something you love. You will also get to meet new people and maybe do some travelling too.
Student clubs
VU organises a range of activities on- and off-campus, including:
- Orientation Parties
- Annual Ball
- Mental Health training (subsidised)
- Be a Better Human Festival
- De-stress Festival
- Queernival
Entry Requirements:
To be considered for postgraduate study, you will need to have specific academic qualifications, as outlined below. We also consider non-academic research and work experience for our research candidates.
Admission criteria
- Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a related discipline OR
- Applicants with a minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.
Special entry programs
If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic, or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily. Learn more about special admission programs
