I really enjoyed how the lecturers used their own applied experience to enhance their theoretical content. They were also able to help with any questions I had about my placement. There were many guest lecturers and external speakers who were industry experts from a wide variety of different sports.

In the classroom, we had access to Macs that had all the relevant, industry standard software installed on them to aid in workshops. The sporting facilities of the university also allowed us to practice using different analysis software and hardware in live scenarios. During these sessions, the lecturers arranged for the software/hardware providers to teach us how to use their products. 

The three bits of advice I would give to someone who would like to study on this programme are:

• You will have to work hard – especially on the placement and to manage the academic and practical work
• You must be organised – late nights and early mornings are okay, but it is nice to know when you’re likely to do them
• Try to be active on your days off – it’s nice to go back to work having done something on your days off outside of just relaxing (although this is also important).