Overview of the Program
The Master in Sports Science and Performance is a professional degree designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge needed for excellence in the sports industry. This comprehensive program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to enhance athletic performance, manage sports organizations, and innovate in training, research, and education. A unique feature of this program is its dual degree partnership with the UFR-STAPS of Besançon, enriching the academic experience for students enrolled in the standard course of study.
The program spans two years, comprising four semesters, and is conducted in French. It offers both in-person and hybrid learning modalities, making it accessible to a diverse range of students. Prospective candidates are required to hold a STAPS license or an equivalent qualification to apply.
Main Training Modules
The curriculum is meticulously crafted to cover a wide array of subjects over the four semesters. In the first semester, students delve into topics such as sports training and physical preparation, exercise physiology, sports psychology, and innovative training methods, alongside English language studies and an introduction to artificial intelligence within the sports context. The second semester shifts focus towards sports organization management, performance analysis, and scientific research methodologies, ensuring that students gain both theoretical and practical insights into the sports industry.
The third semester emphasizes advanced coaching techniques for high-performance athletes, data analysis in sports, and the psychological aspects of elite sports, including specialized training for athletes with disabilities. The final semester culminates in a capstone project that allows students to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting, synthesizing their learning experiences throughout the program.
Graduates of this program will emerge with competencies in optimizing athletic performance on both individual and team levels, mastering biomechanical, physiological, and psychological analysis tools, and developing tailored training programs. They will also be adept at managing sports organizations and leveraging new technologies for performance enhancement.
Career opportunities for alumni are diverse and promising, ranging from high-level coaches and performance analysts to mental coaches and technical directors. Graduates may also pursue doctoral studies in sports science, furthering their expertise in the field.
Admission to the Master in Sports Science and Performance is competitive, requiring candidates to possess a STAPS license or an equivalent degree, with a minimum academic standing. Additional prerequisites include relevant coaching experience, a medical certificate confirming fitness for sports practice, and proof of French language proficiency (minimum B1 level). The admission process entails a thorough review of applications, written tests, practical assessments, and oral interviews.
For those interested in applying, pre-registration options are available based on individual circumstances, whether for full-time students or those balancing work commitments. The deadlines for pre-registration are set for September 4, 2026, for standard enrollment and September 21, 2026, for adapted schedules.
For more information, prospective students can reach out via email. As reported by enscasa.ac.ma.
