Master of High Performance Sport

About the course

The Master of High Performance Sport develops advanced capabilities for working with high performance athletes through practice-focused learning, research and project work, and an industry-based internship option. You will explore athlete monitoring technologies, strength and conditioning principles, and the links between fatigue, adaptation, performance and injury. New 2026 specialisations let you deepen expertise in coaching or sports analytics within a master-level sports science qualification.

Career outcome

Graduates may work in high performance sport environments supporting athlete preparation, training and competition performance. Career paths can include strength and conditioning, performance analysis, athlete monitoring and testing, and roles supporting injury risk reduction and recovery planning. The course also provides a pathway to further research study (e.g., PhD) and suits professionals seeking specialist master-level roles in sports science and high performance programs.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)