MC190 - Master of Science (International Sports Technology)
Plan: MC190 - Master of Science (International Sports Technology)
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Master of Science (International Sports Technology)
Award abbreviation: MSc(IntlSportTech)
Total credit points: 192
Career: PGRD
Duration: 2 years full-time
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Engineering (172H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/our-education/academic-schools/engineering/
ASCED code: 030701
CRICOS code: 077365A
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Master of Science (International Sports Technology) program aims to provide you with an in-depth understanding of scientific and engineering disciplines related to the holistic context of modern sports technology, such as mechanical, materials, manufacturing, aerospace, electrical, chemical, and biomedical engineering, sports science, business, textile technology, media studies and mathematics.
This program is specifically tailored for you to understand, and take the leadership in, the sports industry or sports organisations in a global context, or, more specifically the needs (from a broader health perspective), opportunities (in a broader innovation context), problems (from a sustainability point of view), product developments (from a holistic perspective), and the future (based on lateral thinking) of international sports industry and sports organisations.
The program prepares you directly for joining the global sports industry and international sports organisations, by exposing you to problem solving, product innovation and hands-on experience in various areas of sports technology. This distinguishes the Sports Technology Program from traditional undergraduate sports engineering courses, which are focussed on engineering theory and show the application to sports only by example.
The program structure will provide learning experiences for you to acquire and apply the critical knowledge of sports equipment design and development and concepts across core disciplines of sports technology
This program enables you to develop a skill set that spans multi- and interdisciplinarily from the theory of sports equipment in a broader context to cutting-edge applications and developments in sports technology, by providing the transdisciplinary perspective from associated areas such as biomechanics, sports analytics, sports management and marketing, and exertion games.
The program is purposely international in character as it aims to provide you with advanced technical and generic capabilities which will enhance your chances of employment in the global sports industry and sports organistions sector.
You have the option to undertake a double degree master program by studying one year at RMIT University and another year at a European partner organisation (e.g. University of Applied Sciences in Vienna; German Sports University in Cologne) and earn two Master degrees in Sports Technology. The master thesis will be written at the partner organisation.
The program requires in-person attendance, but also takes advantage of the capabilities of Canvas, the online learning management system that is available to all students and provides scope for collaboration and remote access. While most courses in the program are delivered on campus, others are delivered online.
In this program you will undertake a capstone project in the 48 credit point course OENG1088 Master's Research Project (or the alternative of completing the two 24 credit point courses OENG1089 Master's Research Project Part 1 and OENG1090 Master's Research Project Part 2). In this project you will consolidate and expand the knowledge gained throughout the program through an in-depth experimental and/or analytical study of a highly technical and/or engineering management application.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
You will be able to exit the Master of Science (International Sports Technology) with the GD182 Graduate Diploma in International Sports Technology after successful completion of the first year (8 courses).
After successfully competing the Masters of Science (International Sports Technology) you may be eligible to apply to continue with your study and pursue a PhD, subject to entry requirements.
You may also be eligible for credit into other RMIT University programs upon successfully completing this program. Please check with admissions officer of your program of choice. If you require further details on programs refer to the RMIT University Handbook http://www.rmit.edu.au/handbook.
Dual Award
The Master of Science (International Sports Technology) program has a dual masters agreement with the University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien in Vienna, Austria and German Sport University Cologne, in Cologne, Germany.
Five students per year have the opportunity to take part in each of the dual masters programs, and would qualify to receive a master's degrees from both RMIT and the partner institution.
Eligibility and selection criteria for admission into the dual award apply as follows:
- Eligibility: Applicants must be currently enrolled in the single award program MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology)
- Selection: Academic merit (based on cumulative GPA)
Students who are interested in a dual master program should discuss with the MC190 Program Manager for further advice.
Formal application to the School will be due during your second semester, with the deadline for this to be communicated to you by the School.
Further support for this exchange will be available through RMIT's Global Mobility website.
International students who wish to transfer into the dual award must be aware of the impact on their student visa and post study work rights and should consider the following:
- Electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE) will be cancelled while studying in Germany or Austria. This may affect your Australian student visa.
- During the second year of studies, whilst in Germany or Austria, students will be required to pay fees to RMIT in accordance with the RMIT fee schedules and deadlines.
Information on student visas and post study work rights is available via the Department of Immigration and Border Protection.
University of Applied Sciences Technikum Wien
Students that commence their studies at RMIT in MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology) and wish to complete their studies at UAS Technikum Wien in Vienna need to successfully complete the first 2 semesters of the RMIT program including the prescribed courses as detailed in the course mapping table below. The table also provides the UAS Technikum Wien matched courses that are provided in credit, and the UAS Technikum Wien courses (to be completed) to be eligible for award in RMIT MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology) and UAS Technikum Wien Master of Science in Engineering (Sports Equipment Technology). Students from RMIT are only able to commence studies at UAS Technikum Wien from October each year.
| RMIT Courses | UAS Technikum Wien Matched Courses | UAS Technikum Wien Courses to Complete |
|---|---|---|
|
MIET2396 Materials in Sports Equipment MIET2397 Sports Biomechanics MATH2223 Sports Analytics BUSM3330 Sports Management MIET2398 Sports Measurements and Instrumentation MIET2399 Design and Mechanics of Sports Equipment MIET2400 Design and Technology of Sports Shoes and Apparel MIET2401 Sports Aerodynamics and Hydrodynamics |
M1.2 Technology and Mechanics of Sports Equipment 1 M1.3 Management and Social Competence 1 M2.2 Technology and Mechanics of Sports Equipment 2 M2.3 Design of Sports Equipment and Sports Facilities 11 M2.4 Master Thesis 1 M3.1 Elective M4.2 Management and Social Competence 3 |
M1.1 Motion Analyses in Sports 1 M2.1 Motion Analyses in Sports 2 M3.2 Tribology and Bionics in Sport M3.3 Design of Sports Equipment and Sports Facilities 2 M3.4 Master Thesis 2 M3.5 Sports Medicine and Biomechanics M4.1 Master Thesis 3 M3.6 Management and Social Competence 2 |
Students that commence their studies at UAS Technikum Wien in Vienna in the Master of Science in Engineering (Sports Equipment Technology) and wish to complete their studies at RMIT need to successfully complete the first 2 semesters of the UAS Technikum Wien Master program including the prescribed courses as detailed in the course mapping table below. The table also provides the RMIT matched courses that are provided in credit, and the RMIT courses (to be completed) to be eligible for award in RMIT MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology) and UAS Technikum Wien Master of Science in Engineering (Sports Equipment Technology). Students from UAS Technikum Wien are only able to commence studies at RMIT from July each year (mid-year intake, semester 2).
| UAS Technikum Wien Courses | RMIT Matched Courses | RMIT Courses to Complete |
|---|---|---|
|
M1.1 Motion Analyses in Sports 1 M1.2 Technology and Mechanics of Sports Equipment 1 M1.3 Management and Social Competence 1 M2.1 Motion Analyses in Sports 2 M2.2 Technology and Mechanics of Sports Equipment 2 M2.3 Design of Sports Equipment and Sports Facilities 11 M2.4 Master Thesis 1 |
MIET2396 Materials in Sports Equipment MIET2397 Sports Biomechanics MATH2223 Sports Analytics BUSM3330 Sports Management OENG1120 Research Methods in Engineering 3 x Elective (36 credit points) |
MIET2398 Sports Measurements and Instrumentation MIET2399 Design and Mechanics of Sports Equipment MIET2400 Design and Technology of Sports Shoes and Apparel MIET2401 Sports Aerodynamics and Hydrodynamics OENG1088 Master's Research Project |
German Sport University Cologne
Students that commence their studies at RMIT in MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology) and wish to complete their studies at German Sport University need to successfully complete the first 2 semesters of the RMIT program including the prescribed courses as detailed in the course mapping table below. The table also provides the German Sport University matched courses that are provided in credit, and the German Sport University courses (to be completed) to be eligible for award in RMIT MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology) and German Sport University Master of Science (Human Technology in Sport and Medicine). Students from RMIT are only able to commence studies at German Sport University from January each year.
| RMIT Courses | German Sport University Matched Courses | German Sport University Courses to Complete |
|---|---|---|
|
MIET2396 Materials in Sports Equipment MIET2397 Sports Biomechanics MATH2223 Sports Analytics BUSM3330 Sports Management MIET2398 Sports Measurements and Instrumentation MIET2399 Design and Mechanics of Sports Equipment MIET2400 Design and Technology of Sports Shoes and Apparel MIET2401 Sports Aerodynamics and Hydrodynamics |
TSM1 Basics I - Mathematics & Physics TSM2 Basics II - Biomechanics TSM3 Basics III - Data Management & analysis TSM4 Basics IV - Material & construction TSM5 Technology I - Orthopaedic technologies TSM6 Technology II - Footwear, apparel and playing surfaces TSM7 Technology III - Sports equipment and instrumentation TSM8 Technology IV - Modelling and Simulation TSM9 Technology V - Performance diagnostics in sports, medicine and rehabilitation |
TSM11-I Project I - Sports technology project - applied research methods TSM11-II Project II - Technology in medicine project - applied research methods TSM12 Internship TSM13 Master Thesis |
Students that commence their studies at German Sport University in the Master of Science (Human Technology in Sport and Medicine) and wish to complete their studies at RMIT need to successfully complete the first 2 semesters of the German Sport University Master program including the prescribed courses as detailed in the course mapping table below. The table also provides the RMIT matched courses that are provided in credit, and the RMIT courses (to be completed) to be eligible for award in RMIT MC190 Master of Science (International Sports Technology) and German Sport University Master of Science (Human Technology in Sport and Medicine). Students from German Sport University are only able to commence studies at RMIT from July each year (mid-year intake, semester 2).
| German Sport University Courses | RMIT Matched Courses | RMIT Courses to Complete |
|---|---|---|
|
TSM1 Basics I - Mathematics & Physics TSM2 Basics II - Biomechanics TSM3 Basics III - Data Management & Analysis TSM4 Basics IV - Material & construction TSM5 Technology I - Orthopaedic technologies TSM6 Technology II - Footwear, apparel and playing surfaces TSM7 Technology III - Sports equipment and instrumentation TSM8 Technology IV - Modelling and Simulation TSM9 Technology V - Performance diagnostics in sports, medicine and rehabilitation |
MIET2396 Materials in Sports Equipment MIET2397 Sports Biomechanics MATH2223 Sports Analytics BUSM3330 Sports Management OENG1120 Research Methods in Engineering 3 x Elective (36 credit points) |
MIET2398 Sports Measurements and Instrumentation MIET2399 Design and Mechanics of Sports Equipment MIET2400 Design and Technology of Sports Shoes and Apparel MIET2401 Sports Aerodynamics and Hydrodynamics OENG1088 Master's Research Project |
Top of pageEntrance requirements
A Bachelor, Master or Doctoral degree with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of equal to or greater than 2.0 out of 4.0 in one of the following qualifications recognised in Australia:
- A Bachelor of Engineering, Master of Engineering or PhD in Engineering; or
- A Bachelor of Science, or a Master of Science, or PhD in Science in the disciplines of Human Movement, Exercise and Sport Science, Physical Education, Sport Coaching, Physiotherapy, Disability, Nursing, Biology, Mathematics, pure sciences, applied sciences; or
- A Bachelor of Science, or Medical Bachelor and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), or a Master of Science, or PhD in Medicine or Dentistry.
Relevant work experience in industry or sports organisations, or sports experience as an athlete or coach is also desirable but not compulsory. Applicants with a GPA equal to or greater than 0.5 but less than 2.0 out of 4.0 may be considered with two years’ work experience in industry or sports organisations as a sports scientist, or two years’ sports experience as a professional athlete or coach.
International qualifications are assessed for equivalence with the above Australian Qualifications Framework qualifications.
English Language Requirements
International applicants: A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band below 6.0, or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
External Accreditation
The Master of Science (International Sports Technology) is not accredited, although it has been developed to align with the Engineers Australia accreditation framework. Engineers Australia is the professional body responsible for the accreditation of higher education programs that prepare students to practise as professional engineers. Graduates of the Master of Science (International Sports Technology) may be eligible to apply for membership of Engineers Australia. More details on membership of Engineers Australia can be found here.
Industry Links
The School Engineering is one of the founding members of the Australian Sports Technology Network, which fosters close collaboration between Australian sporting goods manufacturers and Australian academia specialised in sports technology. The School has substantial links with the sports industry, sporting goods manufacturers and sports organisations within Australia and internationally, including through research contracts. As well, students who participate in the RIIERP program spend the equivalent of one academic semester in a supervised, discipline-relevant industry position. Other connections with industry include the:
- biennial Asia-Pacific Congress of Sports Technology (APCST) organised by the School of Engineering, which attracts the leading industrial, governing and academic stakeholders in international sports technology and engineering;
- scholarly Sports Technology journal, with two Editors-in-Chief from the School of Engineering and an Editor-in-Chief from industry, and with Editorial Board members from industry, sports organisations and academia (www.tandf.co.uk/journals/rtec); and:
- appointment of adjunct staff, invited on the basis of their industry achievements.
You will benefit from extensive sports industry research at the School of Engineering, by participating in various projects and by selecting a suitable topic for your Masters Research Project. Many the teaching staff within the program are practising (or have been) industry professionals with extensive industry experience and contact networks. This experience, when integrated into teaching and learning practice, enriches your learning environment.
Students and graduates of the program are eligible to apply to become a member of the International Sports Engineering Association (ISEA). Membership provides opportunities to network through biennial conferences.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it.
All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic and print resources such as books, journals, newspapers, streaming media and past exam papers. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments, or you can work through Library subject guides and web based tutorials, or use our online Ask a Librarian service.
Computers for study are available at every Library site and wireless access is available if you are working from a laptop or mobile device.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library.
For text and reference books, and journals relevant to sports engineering, refer to the library guide.
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT
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