Sports Performance (Hons) University of Gloucestershire

Overview

The Sports Performance (Hons) degree from University of Gloucestershire is designed to offer extensive practical experience in real-world and research settings, promoting reflection and critical thinking. Whilst technologies are central to this curriculum, they do not appear standalone, but they are underpinned by the fundamental principles of biomechanics, nutrition, physiology and psychology.

You will master all contemporary data collection techniques and become proficient in data visualisation and analytics. You’ll be taught by world-leading experts in their fields and benefit from the links with national and international sports teams, governing bodies, data analytics and sports technology companies.

This placement programme will offer a vast selection of opportunities, from supporting academy and county-level clubs, GB teams and other international elite performers.  You’ll also have the chance to achieve qualifications with various national governing bodies alongside your degree, allowing you to graduate well-equipped for an exciting career in sports performance and coaching.

Career opportunities:

We have strong connections with placement providers including Cheltenham Town FC, Forest Green Rovers FC, Gloucester Rugby, Bristol Bears Rugby, Bristol City FC, Bristol Rovers FC and Swindon Town FC.

Internationally, we have been working in world-class settings related to athletics and football and we have developed partnerships with motion analysis and data analytics software companies.

The knowledge, skills and connections you will gain through this course will enable you to graduate career-ready with a range of opportunities.

Graduates can land roles in performance coaching, performance analysis, sports scouting, sports science at professional level, fitness coaching, nutritionists, lecturer/teachers, data analysis (non-sport) and disability sports.