#1 sport science school in the world
Flexible online study
Pathway to masters degree
Why choose sport performance analysis at Deakin
With the Graduate Certificate of Sport Performance Analysis, you will develop the skills to improve athlete and team performance using data. You will work with video technology, performance analysis software, data visualisation and statistical methods – key tools for modern sport scientists.
You will learn to collect, interpret and apply data to drive evidence-based decisions. Use your insights to refine technique and communicate clear, actionable feedback to coaches and athletes. You will also build leadership skills for continuous improvement and team success. Informed by world-leading sport science research, you will graduate ready to apply your skills with confidence in elite performance environments.
The course is designed for busy professionals looking to progress their career in the sport science industry. Study while you work and complete your degree online in one year part-time, while also benefitting from two short on-campus intensives where you’ll apply your learning.
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#1 sport science school worldwide
Study at the world’s top-ranked sport science school, recognised globally for excellence in research and teaching.
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Elite industry connections
Build your strength and conditioning career with access to 150+ industry partners across elite sport organisations.
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World-class facilities
Learn in specialised sport science environments, including elite training and performance spaces that mirror professional settings.
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Applied, career-focused learning
Develop practical strength and conditioning skills through industry-informed teaching designed for real performance environments.
Connected to industry
Deakin’s strong industry connections help shape your learning. Build practical experience in real workplace contexts through work-integrated learning, mentoring and networking opportunities. Industry advisory boards also help shape our degrees, which means what you study is current, relevant and aligned to what your future employers need.
Deakin puts employability first
Career outcomes
Develop data-led performance analysis skills to support coaching, athlete development and evidence-based sport decisions.
Areas of specialisation
- Sport performance analyst
- High performance manager
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Exercise scientist
- Sport development officer
- Data analyst
FAQs
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What will I study in the Graduate Certificate of Sport Performance Analysis?
This one-year graduate certificate allows you to develop capability in sport performance analysis, including capturing, interpreting and reporting data. Learning focusses on using technology and analytical methods to support performance decisions.
Performance data and analysis
Performance analysis methodologies
Analyse coding systems and quantitative metrics to evaluate performance.
Technology and analytics tools
Apply sport analysis technologies to interpret complex datasets.
Applied performance insights
Translate findings into evidence-informed recommendations.
Course structure
To complete the Graduate Certificate of Sport Performance Analysis, you must pass 4 credit points.
Most units are equal to one credit point.
Are you a current student? For course information that applies to the year you started your degree, visit the handbook.
All students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements
Units
Trimester 1
Trimester 2
Trimester 3
^ These units have practical Intensive components. Please refer to 'Participation requirements' section for further information.
Professional recognition
While this course is not accredited by a professional body, graduates may be eligible to apply for individual accreditation with relevant industry bodies including but not limited to:
What to expect while studying
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.
IMPORTANT: Please note that due to Australian Government regulations, student visas to enter Australia cannot be issued to students who enrol in Deakin’s online courses. To participate in on campus based scheduled sessions, it is suggested that you apply for a Visitor Visa to study for a short period in Australia. Please be advised that Deakin University cannot guarantee that you will be granted a Visitor Visa by the Australian Government.
Read more about Visitor Visas on the Department of Home Affairs website and other options to study in Australia on the government website at Explore visa options (homeaffairs.gov.au)
All places offered to international students in this course are only offered via online study mode. Deakin University is not obligated to provide any students with a COE (confirmation of enrolment) to facilitate a student visa application.
As a student in an online course with on campus intensives in some units in the Faculty of Health you will be expected to spend at least 11-13 hours per unit every week participating in a range of teaching activities. This could include lectures, seminars, practicals, placements, and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time. Teaching, placements, and assessment tasks may take place outside of Deakin University teaching periods.
Domestic students must attend HSE721 intensives on-campus at Deakin University. HSE726 intensives can be completed either on-campus at Deakin University or online.
International students must attend HSE721 and HSE726 intensives either on-campus at Deakin University, Australia or online (video conferencing). International students who wish to complete intensives in person please refer to the visa information under 'Additional course information' section. Intensives are typically delivered up to 5 days.
At Deakin, we're committed to ensuring an inclusive environment that supports all students to belong, thrive and succeed. We work closely with students, where needed, to identify potential barriers to participation and where possible, provide tailored support so students can engage with learning and assessment activities.
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When can I start?
When you study depends on your course, location and available intakes. Check the table to see when you can start and how study is offered throughout the year.
Intensives Information
International students must complete HSE721 and HSE726 intensives via on campus at Deakin University, Australia or online mode (video conferencing). International students who wish to attend the intensives on campus, please refer to the visa information below.
Your course learning outcomes describe the knowledge, skills and capabilities you’ll develop and be able to demonstrate by the time you graduate. Built into your course through your units and assessments, they provide a clear picture of what you’ll be equipped to know, understand and do – preparing you to apply your learning with confidence beyond university.
| Course Learning Outcomes |
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| Apply advanced knowledge of selected aspects of sport science to sport performance related problems including some key principles and concepts. |
| Select and use appropriate modes of communication to transmit evidence based sport science knowledge to specialist and non-specialist audiences with a view to inform, motivate and effect change at the individual and organisational level. |
| Use digital technologies to locate and disseminate information, ideas and resources related to sport science to specialist and non- specialist audiences. |
| Critically analyse complex theoretical and technical information related to a specialised sport science context. |
| Apply advanced cognitive and technical skills to autonomously analyse, generate and transmit solutions to complex sport science problems in a specialised sport science context. |
| Employ high-level personal responsibility, accountability and autonomy to demonstrate expert judgement and adaptability to familiar and emerging challenges confronting sport scientists. |
| Contribute to an interdisciplinary team and establish constructive relationships, with a range of stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes and to advance sport science in a specialised sport science context. |
| Engage in professional and ethical practice that demonstrates personal autonomy, awareness of, and adaptability to, diverse social, cultural and environmental contexts in sport sciences. |
- Award granted
- Graduate Certificate of Sport Performance Analysis
- Year
2027 course information
- Deakin code
- H514
- Level
- Postgraduate (Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma)
- Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition
The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8
Fees
Estimated tuition fee
$13,600
AUD
The estimated tuition fee above is based on a typical enrolment of 4 credit points undertaken within the same academic year and is provided as a guide only. Your tuition fees are determined by your course and unit enrolment. Your tuition fees will vary depending on your study load, the course duration, and any approved recognition of prior learning.
Scholarships
Most international students at Deakin receive a scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of study. Apply to Deakin and you will automatically be considered for a range of scholarships, with tuition fee reductions of up to 100% available.
Deakin Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship
Exceptional students may receive a 100% or 50% tuition fee reduction for the normal duration of their degree.
Deakin International Scholarship for Excellence
Students from select countries may receive a 25% reduction in tuition fees for the normal duration of the degree.
Deakin International 20% Merit Scholarship
Receive a 20% reduction in tuition fees for the normal duration of your degree.
Southeast Asia Priority Bursary
Students from Southeast Asia may receive a one-off payment of up to $2,000.
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Apply directly to Deakin
Applications can be made directly to the University through StudyLink Connect - Deakin University's International Student Application Service.
We recommend engaging with a Deakin Authorised Agent who can assist you with the process and submit the application.
Recognition of prior learning
We value your previous study and experience. Recognition of prior learning enables you to get credit for what you've already achieved. When you apply, we'll consider your previous study and experience for recognition of prior learning.