Master of Arts in Innovative Coaching in High Performance Sports
A flexible, part-time, online-based Master's programme designed for professionals in elite sports coaching.
Best for:Best for experienced sports coaches and sports scientists seeking to advance their expertise in high-performance environments while working.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Innovative Coaching in High Performance Sports at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a part-time, largely online programme tailored for working professionals. It integrates movement science, sports psychology, management, and practical coaching to enhance performance in elite athletic environments. Students can choose between four, six, or eight-semester study plans to accommodate their professional commitments. The curriculum emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical application, culminating in a professional Master's thesis.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced study of movement control, biomechanics, and systems theory for performance enhancement.
- Apply training theories and pedagogical strategies within high-performance sports contexts.
- Utilize digital media and new technologies for sports teaching and coaching.
- Develop mental performance strategies through applied sports psychology.
- Analyze organizational structures and governance within global sports federations.
- Complete a professional internship to gain practical insights into elite coaching.
- Conduct scientific research and author a Master's thesis on a relevant coaching topic.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Sports, Sports Science, or Physical Education, or a professional qualification with at least three years of experience in high-performance sports.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English; B2 level required (e.g., IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 72, or equivalent).
Instruction: English
- Minimum of one year of professional experience in high-performance sports (for degree holders).
- National association coaching licence.
- Proof of current professional employment in high-performance sports.
- English language proficiency at B2 level.
- Must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification.
- Must provide a recommendation letter from a sports organization.
- Must provide proof of professional activity in high-performance sports.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-02-15
Applications must be submitted through the official programme portal. Candidates are required to provide a CV, coaching licence, proof of professional experience, and a recommendation letter from their sports organization.
- CV
- Coaching licence
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Proof of professional employment
- Recommendation letter
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