Sport Analytics MSc
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
With elite sports embracing technology and investing in the pursuit of marginal gains, professional clubs are increasingly looking to sport analytics to assist them in their day-to-day activities. The ability to analyse data, identify patterns, and make data-driven decisions will provide a competitive advantage for sports clubs, businesses, and athletes. To meet the growing demands of data in the sports industry, UEL's own and the Scottish FA's Football Scientist, Dr Alireza Monajati, developed this MSc in Sport Analytics.
During the programme, you will learn how statistical and visual analytics are informing stakeholders to make data-driven decisions in sport. You will utilise industry-standard visualisation software such as Tableau and Power BI, and have the opportunity to learn fundamental skills with programming languages such as Python, whilst being fully supported all the way.
Key highlights
- Developed by the Scottish FA's Football Scientist, Dr Alireza Monajati
- Covers statistical and visual analytics for data-driven decisions in sport
- Hands-on use of industry-standard Tableau and Power BI software
- Opportunity to learn fundamental Python programming skills
- Responds to growing demand for data skills in elite sport
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include sport, mathematics or computer science related subject; or above
- Degree: 2:2 — to include related subject
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Early Payment Discount
If you are starting your postgraduate course in academic year, you can save 5 per cent on your course fees by paying them in full.
Careers this course leads to
- Sport Data Analyst
- Performance Analyst
- Football Data Scientist
- Sports Business Intelligence Analyst
- Recruitment Analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11100 per year | International: £11100 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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