Performance Analysis, MRes

This course develops your expertise primarily within the area of performance analysis, which includes biomechanics, technique and motion analysis and notational analysis. You will develop a range of practical and empirical skills that are transferable across industry, sport and health sectors. What do you study?

The focus is on developing research expertise, with a project conducted over the entire year of study. The aim is to develop and submit work of publishable quality. Current practical, technical and research skills are embedded in the course to reflect the needs of sport-related careers and industry but it is also a great stepping stone to a PhD.

You’ll learn a strong complement of applied and research skills, balanced with how to communicate key information to relevant sport industry partners.

How do you study?

Terms one – four

Three taught modules (two core and one optional delivered during the first two terms) and an ongoing Research project.

Modules

Core modules

Sport Science Research Methods
You will learn how to design and conduct a research project including a proposal, ethical approval, methodological design and writing for publications. You will develop your skills in the use of software packages for statistical analysis of data and be introduced to qualitative data analysis.

Sport Science in Action
This module will provide you with relevant information to develop your employability and practical skills in your chosen field. The module will include a variety of teaching methods and sessions that are aimed at assisting sport scientists with both field and laboratory work and research.

Sport Research Project
As the core aspect for the Masters by Research (MRes) you will undertake an extensive research project in performance analysis or biomechanics, under the supervision of our expert staff. You will design and conduct the necessary theoretical and practical research work, and present the findings in the formats of a scientific paper and poster.

Optional modules

Performance Analysis
This module provides a strong theoretical underpinning in areas of performance analysis and skill acquisition, combined with industry relevant experience. Contemporary issues at the forefront of performance and skill acquisition research will be discussed and explored.

Biomechanics of Optimal Performance
This module will enable you to develop a systematic understanding of the measurement and analytical tools required to undertake sport biomechanics research and support work.

Assessment

Assessment includes:

• oral presentations
• assignments
• poster presentations
• journal articles
• an interview.