Master of Sports Science (Football Performance)

Victoria University

About

VU is a top provider of sports education.

Our Master of Sports Science (Football Performance) teaches best practice in sport, and helps you to apply your expertise to the football code of your choice.

You'll develop and further your knowledge of these important components:

sports science strength and conditioning leadership performance analysis management sport ethics and integrity athlete monitoring elite youth sport performance.

Gain top sports-science knowledge through an ideal mix of theory, practical experience and engagement with industry.

Our partnership with the Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea ensures that you learn the latest technologies and evidence-based practices.

Much of the course is online, making it suitable for both local and international students.

You must attend one week in Melbourne, and two exciting weeks in Spain.

Structure

To attain the Master of Sports Science (Football Performance), students will be required to complete 144 credit points (equivalent to 12 units) consisting of:

  • 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) core units
  • 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) elective unit. Students to select from the elective options provided. Please check any prerequisite requirements prior to enrolling.
  • 36 credit points (equivalent to 2 units) comprising either:
  • OPTION 1 Major research project (Minor Thesis unit)
  • OPTION 2 Capstone task (Applied Research Project unit)

Course structure and units

Year 1, Semester 1

  • Current Issues and Trends in Football Unit code SFS6001 Credits12
  • Sport Integrity and Ethics Unit code SFS6002 Credits12
  • Monitoring Load and Recovery in Football Unit code SFS6005 Credits12
  • Applied Sports Statistics Unit code SFS7010 Credits12

Year 1, Semester 2

  • Enhancing Muscular Performance Unit code SFS7011 Credits12
  • Sports Analytics Unit code SFS7012 Credits12
  • Developing Talented Players Unit code SFS7014 Credits12
  • Learning to Lead People in High Performance Teams Unit code SFS7015 Credits12

Year 2, Semester 1

12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) Elective unit

Plus

OPTION 1

  • Minor Thesis Unit code SFS7017 Credits36

Or

OPTION 2

  • Applied Research Project Unit code SFS7013 Credits36

ELECTIVE OPTION

  • Industry Internship Unit code SFS7008 Credits12
  • Performance Analysis in Football Unit code SFS7016 Credits12

Entry requirements

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORCompletion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar disciplineORCompletion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any disciplinePLUSA minimum five (5) years approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Credit for skills and past study

If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.

Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course coordinator or academic adviser.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

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  1. Contextualise knowledge and theory with expertise from different sport-related disciplines to shape innovative practice in football science and performance;  
  2. Advise specialist and non-specialist stakeholders exhibiting a variety of interpersonal skills to communicate effectively in an environment with competing pressures, priorities and power dynamics;  
  3. Devise and implement a substantial research based project or evidence-based capstone task which exhibits evidence of independent thought in the field of football science;  
  4. Analyse and evaluate current issues in sport to exemplify and guide ethical behaviour and integrity within diverse national and international contexts;  
  5. Formulate and implement plans, in response to contemporary and future sports/football challenges and evaluate outcomes adaption and improvement;  
  6. Exemplify initiative and leadership in the application of the principles of football management in national and international contexts, utilising strategic thinking / planning, personal and interpersonal competencies and work-group skills.  

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