Taking applications for HPS 2026-2027
The Health & Performance Science international master track at Université Jean Monnet Saint-Etienne France is now open for applications for the upcoming 2026 – 2027…
We thank the many candidates who applied this year for their interest in the HPS Master programme. Our best wishes to all the candidates we were not able to accept into the programme this year, and we look forward to welcoming those who have been accepted here in Saint-Etienne at the end of August.
The Health Performance Science master programme is a second-year, 60 ECTS, Master of Science degree programme in the field of Sports and exercise science, taught entirely in English at UJM Saint-Etienne. With its strong emphasis on research, the HPS programme is a trampoline towards becoming one of tomorrow’s top-level sports scientists or pursuing a R&D career in the sports industry.
Research topics include a dual focus on clinical research in exercise and health, and on sports performance and injury prevention.
This master course involves extensive use of our different technical platforms offering an array of equipment and analytical possibilities unique in Europe. Come study with us to develop your research skills in our exceptional facilities under the supervision of internationally renowned scholars.
Degree Delivered: MSc in Sports Science Training and Optimisation of Sports Performance
Mention: Health Performance Science (HPS) International research track
Level and credits: 60 ECTS, 2nd year Master of Science
Study language: English (B2 CEFR level required)
Period: September to June
Keywords: Exercise physiology, Biomechanics, Sports performance, Human movement, Pathologies and aging, Fatigue, Sports science research, Injury prevention.
Eligibility: BSc in Sports Science or Biology or Health, + enrolment in 1st year MSc in a related field.
Careers: Sports science academics (PhD), Research or R&D professions in sports organisations or the sports equipment industry, Consultancy in sports studies...
