Advanced Sport Performance Science Swansea University

Overview

The MSc in Advanced Sport Performance Science at Swansea University is a one-year postgraduate taught degree that prepares you for careers in elite sport, performance science and related research fields. The programme gives you theoretical knowledge and practical skills across core performance science areas such as training science, applied data science, recovery science, competition day strategies and performance planning. It is anchored around real-world applied challenges tied to major sporting events, and includes access to state-of-the-art biomechanics and exercise physiology labs where you work with advanced analysis tools and equipment.

Why Advanced Sport Performance Science at Swansea?

Swansea University is ranked within the top 51-100 universities globally according to the QS World University Rankings 2025. The university boasts 100% world-leading and internationally excellent impact as per the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021. The Advanced Sport Performance Science MSc programme is uniquely designed to address real-world challenges faced in elite sports. It is anchored around major sporting events, providing students with practical experience and a toolbox of solutions that they can apply as practitioners. The course is developed in collaboration with industry leaders, ensuring that students receive insights from world-class academics and practitioners in state-of-the-art facilities.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• National Fee: £10,900 per year
• International Fee: £19,700 per year Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency. Syllabus The MSc in Advanced Sport Performance Science consists of several core modules, including:
  • Advanced Performance Testing, Measurement, and Reporting
  • Current Concepts in Advanced Sport Performance Science
  • Principles of Measurement and Data Analysis
  • Placement
  • SPEX M Level Dissertation
  The curriculum is regularly reviewed to enhance the learning experience, ensuring that students acquire skills beneficial for their future careers. Guaranteed Work Experience This programme includes a 12-month placement with industry partners in elite sports, such as football, rugby, swimming, and tennis. These placements are designed to significantly enhance employability prospects for graduates. Careers with Advanced Sport Performance Science Graduates of this programme have successfully secured positions in various high-profile roles within the sports industry. Notable employment opportunities include:
  • Academy Strength and Conditioning Coach at Brighton & Hove Albion F.C.
  • Motorsport Performance Coach at Pioneered Athlete Performance
  • Assistant First Team Sport Scientist at Swansea City F.C.
  • Head of Academy Sport Science at Fleetwood Town F.C.
  • Strength & Conditioning Coach at Swansea Tennis RPDC
  • Motorsport Performance Scientist for a Formula 1 Team
  • Graduate Sports Coach at Millfield School
  • Graduate Sports Assistant, S&C at Wellington School
  The programme's strong industry connections and reputation for producing highly skilled graduates make it a leading choice for those aspiring to excel in sports science and performance.