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Master STAPS : entraînement et optimisation de la performance sportive

Montpellier University

Montpellier, Occitanie, France•THE 2025 #351-400

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Master STAPS : entraînement et optimisation de la performance sportive is a master's degree in Sport and Exercise Science programme offered by Montpellier University in Montpellier, France. The programme runs for 2 years. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Sport and Exercise Science
Duration: 2 years
Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: formations.umontpellier.fr ·

Program details

Overview

The Master STAPS in Training and Optimisation of Sports Performance has two tracks: Sports Psychological Preparation and Coaching (PsyCoach), and Physical Preparation and Return to Athletic Performance (PPR). It gives scientific, technological and professional knowledge of the psychology, physiology, biology and biomechanics of sport, applied to designing, organising and developing psychological support, coaching and physical training. It trains professionals who can work as consultants, experts or evaluators in sport. The two-year programme totals 120 ECTS credits. It is designed for students who hold a sports training licence (Licence Entraînement Sportif) or an equivalent qualification.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Students holding a Licence in sports training (Licence Entraînement Sportif) or an equivalent qualification.

About Montpellier University

Type: University
Control: Public
Students: 48
THE rank: #351-400
Programs: 139
Location: Montpellier, Occitanie, France

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Master STAPS : entraînement et optimisation de la performance sportive award?

Montpellier University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Sport and Exercise Science on completion of this programme.

How long does Master STAPS : entraînement et optimisation de la performance sportive take?

The programme runs for 2 years.

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