Program Overview

Introduction

The MSc Sport Performance Analysis programme is designed to immerse students in the dynamic and data-driven world of sports, where performance analysis takes center stage.

The programme covers relevant topics such as performance indicators, performance profiling, reliability testing, and statistical analysis using industry-standard software packages to empower students with the tools and knowledge needed to drive performance improvements in various sports. 

The aim of the programme is to develop performance analysts with expertise to design evidence-based, sport-specific performance analysis interventions driven by a critical needs analysis. Throughout the programme you will develop essential reflective and practical skills for communicating complex data to coaches and athletes, while also honing your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. The curriculum has been designed to enable you to perform advanced data analysis and visualisation, select and evaluate various technical, tactical, and statistical analyses, and critically assess validity and reliability.

Why study MSc Sport Performance Analysis?

This hands-on programme blends practice with theory to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and experience to pursue a career as a sport performance analyst in both professional and amateur sports. Students will be exposed to cutting-edge industry-standard software such as Sportscode, and Dartfish. This will develop students’ expertise as performance analysts, ensuring that they understand relevant techniques and procedures for a number of different scenarios, that they would expect to face as an analyst. Students will also complete a research project which will equip research-oriented students with the potential to pursue a research-based career, and further PhD study. 

Programme Details

Intake:

• September

Duration:

• This programme is taught over 1 year full-time and 2 years part-time.

Attendance:

• This programme is offered full-time and part-time.

Course Leader

• Dr Krishnadas Nanath 

Fees (Total):

• AED 77,250

* ALL TUITION FEES INCLUSIVE OF VAT

Fees Breakdown:

Year 1:

• AED 77,250 (Full-time)
• AED 38,625 (Part-time)

Year 2:

• AED 38,625 (Part-time)

* ALL TUITION FEES INCLUSIVE OF VAT

Teaching

Our teaching and learning approach blends evidence-based research with real-world practice: interactive labs, performance analysis, field placements and industry collaborations foster critical enquiry, holistic applied skill development and professional readiness, empowering students to translate cutting-edge insights into actionable strategies within strength & conditioning, sport performance analysis and exercise science contexts.

Mode of Study: All classes are held in person on campus, at the Dubai Knowledge Park campus in the heart of the city.

Work While You Study

Evening classes are designed to fit around a busy lifestyle, making it possible to work during the day while pursuing your studies. This flexible schedule allows you to gain valuable professional experience or manage personal commitments alongside your academic goals. It’s an ideal situation for those looking to advance their education without putting their career or daily routine on hold.

Future Career and Employment

The MSc Sport Performance Analysis programme is ideal for students who want to develop key skills and competencies, acquire a body of knowledge, and gain exposure to innovative areas of sports performance analysis. This degree opens the door to a number of exciting career paths, and career progression opportunities. Combining theory with practical application, it equips graduates with the skills to excel in the sport sector and beyond in roles such as:

• Sports Scientist
• Sports Coach or Trainer
• Performance Analyst
• Sports Development Officer