UCLL University of Applied Sciences
Leuven, Belgium
Game-Changing Analytics Data x Sports 2027
Who are we?
As a university of applied sciences, we bridge cutting-edge research with hands-on application. We challenge the status quo, drive innovation, and equip students to solve real-world problems.
Description of the project
Big data, advanced analytics, and AI have fundamentally transformed the world of sports. From evaluating endurance to optimizing power output, data-driven insights now dictate performance at the highest levels. In this international project, you’ll dive into real-world sports analytics using professional athletic data. You’ll apply modern data science techniques to tackle strategic challenges facing today’s sports organizations.
Goal of the project
Your multidisciplinary, international team will develop and pitch an AI solution to a sports analytics challenge.
Skills profile
Location
How to reach us
Leuven, Belgium is easily accessible by public transport. Non-stop trains run regularly directly between Brussels Airport and Leuven. Brussels South: Charleroi requires a combination of busses and trains to reach Leuven.
Accommodation
Hostel De Blauwput https://www.jeugdherbergen.be/nl/leuven ; IBIS Budget Leuven Centrum https://all.accor.com/ssr/app/ibis/rates/6682/index.nl.shtml?compositions=1&dateIn=2024-09-21&nights=1&facets=ibb&hideHotelDetails=false&hideWDR=false&destination=leuven-belgium&utm_campaign=ppc-ibb-mar-goo-nl-nl-reg_top-mix-se&utm_content=nl-nl-BE-V2267&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=mar
Profile & prerequisites
Who can join: Open to all motivated profiles, preferable with skills in data and AI
Prerequisites: Prior programming or analytics experience is a plus