MSc Performance Analysis in Football

Course Details

This programme will give students the necessary tools to understand and explore the performance analysis principles that rule the modern game. You will gain the knowledge of the theory and practice that enables enhanced performance on the pitch as well as in player recruitment.

The Global Institute of Sport’s partnership with The Professional Football Scouts Association (PFSA) means some PFSA qualifications form part of GIS entry requirements. This powerful partnership also offers GIS students exclusive access to industry leading scouting and analysis qualifications throughout their studies. Enhance your degree with these CPD accredited professional courses, that elevate your skills, broaden your knowledge and maximise your career potential.

Entry Requirements

Standard Entry Requirements

• • Undergraduate degree – minimum 2:2 (ideally a 2:1) in a relevant degree subject.
  • Applicants who hold a degree in a non-relevant subject can be admitted provided they achieve the PFSA Level 1 & Level 2 qualifications prior to the start of the course.

Flexible Entry Requirements

• • Applications that do not meet the standard entry requirements but demonstrate relevant education and/or work and/or life experience in the course subject area are welcomed.
  • Eligibility will be assessed on the basis of the information provided in the application – in particular the personal statement.
• English language qualifications: Applicants from non-majority English speaking countries will be asked for proof of their English level and are required to have achieved an IELTS of 6.5 (6.0 in each subcomponent) or equivalent (e.g. PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, BULATS, ESOL & IESOL).
• Offers to applicants currently studying an undergraduate degree will be conditional on them going on to achieve the entry requirements on completion of their degree.