COACHING, ANALYSIS AND EXECUTION: TURN SET PIECES INTO POINTS. BECOME THE SPECIALIST THAT CLUBS ARE LOOKING FOR.
Sports Data Campus launches the first and only Master’s degree 100% specialised in set pieces in football: “MSc Degree in Set Pieces in Football“, a pioneering international programme that combines coaching, analysis and execution to transform one of the most decisive phases of the game into a competitive advantage. This Master’s Degree, directed by Austin MacPhee, Set Piece Coach at Aston Villa and Assistant Coach for the Portugal National Team; José Rodríguez, Set Pieces Coach at Real Sociedad; David R. Sáez, CEO of Sports Data Campus (ENIIT/Big Data International Campus); and André Silveira, Chief International Development Officer, is the first training programme in the world created specifically to comprehensively address the study, design, and training of set pieces.
The master’s degree stands out for its practical application through real models from the best clubs and national teams, ensuring learning that is directly connected to the elite. Its approach combines tactical, analytical and technological perspectives, enhancing the development of key skills in modern football.
The programme that will make a difference
Students will have access to a global community of elite professionals, work with specialized professional software, and follow a training plan that addresses key topics such as: Fundamentals of set pieces; Technical-tactical analysis; Planning and innovation of rehearsed routines; and completion of a master’s thesis.
All of this is backed by a university degree from UCAM, the world’s most prestigious sports university, which consolidates the international character and academic excellence of this unique program.
Mentoring and masterclasses with those who decide elite matches
The MSc Degree in Set Pieces in Football programme offers practical learning with elite professionals, giving students the opportunity to access masterclasses and direct mentoring with leading figures in world football. These include Austin MacPhee, Set Piece Specialist at Aston Villa and Assistant Coach of the Portugal National Team; José Rodríguez, Set Pieces Coach at Real Sociedad; Bernardo Silva, Manchester City Captain; John McGinn, Aston Villa Captain; Roberto Martínez, Coach of the Portuguese National Football Team; Mads Buttgereit, Assistant Coach with a specialization in Set Pieces for the German National Team; Andrew Hughes, Set Pieces Coach Leicester & Scotland National Team; Ross Grant, Club’s First Set-Play Coach at Heart of Midlothian; Dean Smith, Charlotte FC Head Coach; and Jordan Garbutt, Head of Football at TrackMan, among others.
Practical training with immediate professional impact
From the outset, students will have access to real-world practical projects with elite teams thanks to the Professional Extension Department of Sports Data Campus, as well as a global ecosystem of collaborators with hundreds of leading sports clubs and companies. They will receive 24/7 support and a unique learning experience with exclusive content taught by professionals from the world’s top clubs. In addition, they will have access to professional analysis software and platforms (Catapult, Wyscout, Hudl Statsbomb, Tableau, Nacsport, Mediacoach, Opta Stats Perform, Metrica Sports, Power BI, among others).
A unique combination of practical experience, tactical insight, and applied knowledge that will allow students to learn directly from those who decide matches at the elite level.
Training designed for modern football professionals
This master’s degree is designed for coaches, analysts, physical trainers, former footballers, scouts, sports managers and consultants who want to specialise in the most decisive phase of modern football.
Graduates will be equipped to make an immediate impact from day one, adding value to clubs, academies, federations and international consulting projects.
Why choose Sports Data Campus
Sports Data Campus has established itself as the world’s leading community for training in data analysis applied to sports, with more than 3,000 students, over 100 clubs, and 120 partner companies. Hundreds of its students now hold key roles in clubs in the major leagues, federations, and technology companies in the sector. Its methodology, based on real-life cases and collaborations with prestigious entities, allows learning to be applied in professional environments. It currently offers 18 higher education training programs certified by UCAM, the most recognized sports university in Europe.
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