Master of Sport Analytics
La Trobe University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00115M
At the elite level of sport, the smallest details can mean the difference between winning and losing. Those details come to life in the emerging field of sport analytics. Designed in collaboration with industry, La Trobe's Master of Sport Analytics gives you the skills and experience needed to excel in this exciting and fast-growing industry. It's an ideal choice if you're already working in sport and want to upskill, or have an interest in data analytics and want to apply your knowledge to sport. Whatever your background, our academics and industry partners will support you to succeed. Learn how to use data to boost athlete performance and wellbeing. You'll get hands-on experience with industry-standard technologies, such as wearable sensors (Catapult GPS and IMeasureU accelerometers), computer vision and video annotation software (Keemotion and Sportscode), and athlete management systems. See where your new skills could take you. You'll cover talent ID, athlete management, performance and injury modelling, and broadcasting and fan engagement during your degree. You'll develop an intricate understanding of cutting-edge machine learning techniques and use advanced analytics tools, including R, Python and SQL – all required for a successful career in sport analytics and data science.
Structure
To qualify for the award of Master of Sport Analytics, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.
Subjects
- First Year Subjects: Academic Integrity Module
- Advanced Sport Analytics
- Analytical Methods in Sport
- Database Fundamentals
- Introduction to Programming
- Predictive Analytics
- Principles of Sport Analytics
- Sport Analytics in Practice
- Sport Data Capture
Standard entry requirements
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent). Prior learning developed through relevant work experience or professional accreditation, where it is deemed to be at least equivalent to that obtained through a Bachelor degree, may be considered. In making an offer to an applicant, the University will give consideration to a range of factors, including academic record, English proficiency and/or employment experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Melbourne (Bundoora) | International: $76,400 | No |
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Fee comments
Campuses: Melbourne (Bundoora).
Your course fees will depend on the subjects you choose to study: each subject has its own costs. The total course fee may vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load, the time it takes to complete your course and your approved Credit for Prior Learning. Fees correct Tuesday, Feb 28 2023
Further information
This course is based at the City Campus, but some subjects are taught at the Melbourne Campus.
