Master in Sport Performance and Analysis MSc 1 Year Full-Time

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Aug 31, 2027; tuition fees are 21,500 GBP per year.

A Pioneering Programme for High-Performance Sport

The Sport Performance and Analysis MSc is the first course of its kind, designed to integrate high-performance sport study with your practical experience as an athlete, coach, or practitioner. Aimed at professionals and those passionate about elite environments, this course equips you with cutting-edge academic knowledge, research skills, and reflective practices.

Why Northumbria?

• Ranked 5th in the UK for Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation research power (REF 2021).
• Industry-led curriculum developed in collaboration with experts and professional clubs like Newcastle United FC.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a £30 million Sport Central facility with performance laboratories and data analysis software.
• Opportunities for professional volunteering, placements, and networking within the elite sport industry.

Students benefit from a holistic approach to high-performance practice, balancing technical and tactical knowledge with organizational management, stakeholder influence, and ethical practice. Whether you are aiming for roles in performance analysis, coaching, or pursuing further doctoral research, this programme provides the necessary academic and vocational foundation.

Northumbria University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne and established in 1992, is a dynamic UK institution known for its industry links and vibrant student community. With about 32,000 students and roughly 3,300 international students, Northumbria offers a cosmopolitan campus experience within a lively northern city. The university’s focus on employability, practical learning and professional partnerships attracts international learners looking for applied courses and pathways into global careers.

Academic programs at Northumbria combine research-informed teaching with placements, industry projects and professional accreditation where applicable. The university offers extensive student support services, including language tuition, career coaching and enterprise initiatives that help international students build skills and networks. Small-group teaching, labs and studio work create active learning environments, while collaborations with business and the public sector provide real-world exposure.

Newcastle’s energetic cultural scene, affordable living and strong transport links enhance student life outside the classroom. Northumbria supports a wide range of clubs, societies and mentoring schemes that help international students settle and engage socially and professionally. Prospective applicants should check course-specific entry requirements, investigate scholarships and contact the international admissions team early to plan visas, accommodation and arrival arrangements. Northumbria is particularly well suited to students seeking practical education, industry engagement and a supportive urban campus experience.