Master of High Performance Sport

Developed in collaboration with industry experts and led by globally respected academics, the Master of High Performance Sport blends current theoretical knowledge with evidence-based practice to solve real-world problems. The comprehensive approach not only fosters expertise in collaborative problem-solving within the high performance sport arena but also cultivates leadership, management, and coaching skills, ensuring a well-rounded graduate profile.The Master of High Performance Sport is designed for a diverse cohort, utilising flexible learning modes suitable for both working professionals and local plus international students. It accommodates various entry and exit points—Graduate Certificate (4 subjects), Graduate Diploma (8 subjects), or Master’s (12 subjects)—allowing for a personalised educational journey that lays a robust foundation for careers in high performance sport, with pathways for further specialisation.Delivered online by world-leading academics and industry professionals, it engages with global organisations to enrich the learning experience. The course's unique delivery model caters to both domestic and international students, allowing them to tailor their learning to local and global industry demands. This is further enhanced by flexible professional practice experiences, offering interstate and international students the opportunity for hands-on practical learning in their own location and fostering a truly global learning community.CareersThe Master of High Performance Sport degree is designed for those seeking to work at an expert level in high performance sport, in a variety of settings. Graduates plan, deliver and analyse strategic approaches for elite athletes and coaches, aiming to enhance performance and reduce injury. Throughout the course, students develop skills in critical thinking to optimise holistic decision making and enable positive change through creative, effective and evidence-based solutions.Career options include practitioner roles (eg sport scientist, strength and conditioning coach, performance analyst, high-performance manager) in a variety of sport settings (eg professional sporting organisations, national and international performance institutes, schools, university research institutions, government and non-government funded sporting programs).

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.Applicants who do not have an undergraduate degree but who have extensive relevant work experience may be considered eligible.