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Master's Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention

Train in sports performance and injury prevention with a unique official master's degree, designed by UAX, Quirónsalud and Rafa Nadal's team. With a practical approach, technology applied in the classroom and face-to-face attendance only twice a month, this training connects you with the elite of sport, the industry and your professional future.

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40% tuition fee subsidy
Start October
Length Credits 9 months / 60 ECTS
Language Spanish
Modality Campus-based
Campus Villanueva de la Cañada
Faculty Biomedical and Health Sciences

Lead the way into a new era of sport with specialist training in sports performance and injury prevention

The Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention at the UAX Rafa Nadal University School is the result of an exceptional partnership: the prestigious academic team at UAX, the professionals who have supported Rafa Nadal on his journey to the elite of world sport, and the medical support of Quirónsalud come together to offer you a unique, distinctive programme that is 100% focused on excellence. Discover its key features below:

  • Official qualification and access to a PhD: Boost your academic and professional career with a recognised master’s degree that opens the door to PhD studies.
  • Study without giving up your job: Train in sports performance and injury prevention with maximum flexibility, attending the UAX campus in Villanueva de la Cañada for just two weekends a month.
  • Learn from leading figures in sport and health: You’ll be taught by lecturers of the highest academic calibre, practising professionals from the sports sector, and the expert team supporting Rafa Nadal and the Rafa Nadal Academy.
  • High-performance facilities at your fingertips: Over 1,000 m² with 25 sports areas, 100 state-of-the-art machines at the UAX Fitness Centre and a sports science research unit to take your training to the next level.
  • Comprehensive, practical training tailored to athletes: Gain a complete understanding of prevention, rehabilitation and performance optimisation in multi-sport and high-performance environments.

Why study at the UAX Rafa Nadal University College?

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Exclusive masterclass with Rafa Nadal.

Only at UAX

You will have the privilege of hearing Rafa Nadal speak firsthand about leadership, effort, and resilience. In an exclusive session, Nadal will share the experiences that shaped his success. Imagine receiving advice directly from the champion to apply to your own career. It will be an inspiring experience that brings meaning and purpose to your learning.

Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX

Rafa Nadal Academy

Optional experience

Optionally, you can attend the Rafa Nadal Academy, learning the working methodology of Rafa's companies and team that have led him to success with an analysis of the Rafa Nadal case in the world of tennis.

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In collaboration with Atlético de Madrid

Boost your career alongside Atlético de Madrid: you will gain access to professional internships both at the club and at its Sports City, learn directly from professionals working there, and enjoy an exclusive Atleti experience designed to help you develop real skills in an elite environment.

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Quality practices

To boost your career as a Sport Scientist, gaining experience in football clubs, at the Consejo Superior de Deportes, at the Rafa Nadal Academy, and at Quirónsalud's high performance centres, among others.

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Training in values

with Rafa Nadal and his team

Exclusive online training programme based on the values that have made Rafa Nadal successful: effort, cooperation, empathy, leadership, professional ethics, resilience, work discipline, among others.

Boost your CV with the most sought-after certifications on the market

In your day-to-day work, you’ll be using the very latest technology in high-performance sport, which will give you a competitive edge in the sector:

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Keiser Certification

Specialist certificate in training with pneumatic strength machines.

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Therabody Certification

Specialist in the use of technology for muscle recovery and activation.

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iAltitude Certification

Oxygen therapy specialist, one of the most advanced and innovative technologies on the market in simulated altitude training.

Information on the Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention

See below for full details of the Master’s degree in high-performance sport.

A panel of leading practising professionals

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Juan Ramón Heredia

Director of the Master's Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention

National Fitness Industry Award on two occasions. Director of the Health and Sport Sciences Area at UAX. Professor, speaker and researcher with a professional career of over 30 years related to high-level sport.

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Dr. José López Chicharro

Professor

Founding Director of Exercise Physiology & Training. Leading scientist in the field of exercise physiology and sports performance in Spain, with more than 30 years of experience. Specialist in Physical Education and Sports Medicine. Gold Medal for Sporting Merit (2004), Gold Medal of the Royal National Academy of Medicine (2018), Member of the Royal National Academy of Medicine (2019).

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Dr. Iñigo San Millán

Professor

Physiologist for UAE Emirates Cycling Team (Tour champion) and High Performance Director at Athletic Club de Bilbao.

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Dr. Francisco J. Vera García

Professor

Doctor and Graduate in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences. Specialist in Biomechanics, Assessment and Prescription of the CORE. Director of the Biomechanics Research Group of the Sports Research Centre (CID-UMH).

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Dr. Amaya Prat Luri

Professor

Amaya Prat Luri is a researcher at the Sports Research Centre of the Miguel Hernández University of Elche, specialising in sports biomechanics and health. Her work focuses on postural control, physical performance and training methods, with multiple publications in international scientific journals.

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Dr. Felipe Isidro

Profesor

CEO de Physical Exercise & Health Consulting. Miembro de la Junta Directiva y Responsable del área de Ejercicio Físico, Salud y Patologías del Instituto internacional de Ciencias del Ejercicio Físico y Salud (IICEFS). Investigador, ponente, articulista y autor en Ejercicio Físico, Salud y Fitness en diversas Universidades a nivel nacional e internacional y en publicaciones especializadas.

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D. Isaac Rojas

Profesor

CEO Health Space y Coordinador del Área de Acondicionamiento Deportivo y Prescripción de Ejercicio en el Hospital San Juan de Dios Tenerife. Responsable de formación para Technogym. Entrenador personal de deportistas de élite.

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Dr. Jesús Rivilla García

Doctorate and Degree in CAFYD

Physical Trainer of the Spanish Handball National Team (2016-2021): Olympic Medal (Bronze in Tokyo (2020), 2 Gold Medals (Europeans 2018 and 2020), 2 Bronze Medals (World Cup 2021 and Mediterranean Games 2018).

Companies as key players in boosting your employability

Thanks to our partnerships with leading sports and healthcare organisations, you’ll have access to work placements that will allow you to apply your knowledge in real-world contexts, expand your professional network and make a confident transition into the world of work.

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Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
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Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX
Master’s Degree in Sports Performance and Injury Prevention | UAX

We train professionals under the guidance of experts who are already transforming the healthcare and sports sectors, drawing on UAX’s DNA and Rafa Nadal’s working model.

Career Opportunities

It’s not us saying this – it’s those who’ve already experienced it. They’ve been through it first-hand. Now they’re telling you about it in their own words.

High-performance facilities for training linked to elite sport

Train and learn in a unique setting, with over 1,000 m² dedicated to sport and divided into 25 specialised areas for practising up to 20 different disciplines. Gain access to the UAX Fitness Centre, equipped with over 100 state-of-the-art machines, and train at the sports science research unit, where technology and innovation come together to prepare you for a career as a sports performance and injury prevention professional.

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Sports Facilities

25 indoor and outdoor sports facilities for practicing more than 20 different sports. Find out more

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Sports Facilities - UAX Fitness Center

A unique, university-level sports club with the best facilities for multi-sport practice. Find out more

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RAFA NADAL ACADEMY BY MOVISTAR IN MALLORCA

Cutting-edge sports facilities where you can carry out your work placement. Find out more

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Virtual simulation hospital

A unique centre in Spain to complete your training in the most innovative, well-rounded way. Find out more

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Research laboratories

Special infrastructures where you will have the necessary tools and materials to develop your career. Find out more

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Polyclinic

Using the most innovative medical resources, it aims to offer the best diagnosis and treatment of real patients. Find out more

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University Dental Clinic

First healthcare facility created by UAX to provide you with the most comprehensive training focused on real-world practice. Find out more

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The first step is to contact our team of advisers to determine the best way to start your professional career with us, you can also arrange a personal visit from Monday to Saturday and get to know UAX first hand.

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Meet the elite athletes who have already studied at UAX

We have had pupils in our classrooms who are now elite athletes. Some of them even took part in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games!

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Fran Garrigós

Judoca

Campeón del Mundo Junior en Judo. 6º en el ranking mundial. Miembro del Equipo Nacional desde 2008. Medalla de bronce en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.

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Laura Martínez Abelenda

Judoca

Judoca Campeona de España Junior. Campeona de España Absoluta, Subcampeona de Europa Junior. Subcampeona del Mundo Junior 5º. Diploma Olímpico de Judo en París 2024.

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Ana Pérez

Gimnasta

Miembro del equipo nacional de Gimnasia Artística y campeona de España en cuatro ocasiones. Participó en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.

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Alejandro de Miguel

Golfista

Subcampeón del mundo de Golf para ciegos. Es el primer español en conseguir este trofeo.

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Estela García

Velocista

Velocista en los Juegos Olímipicos de 2016 (Río de Janeiro) 200m. Plusmarquista de España Absoluta de 4x100m.

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Xabier Martín Mújika

Jugador de Rugby

Jugador de Rugby. Internacional español Sub18 tanto de XV como de 7’s.

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