Technology Acceptance of Wearable Devices in Sports Science Higher Education

Wearable technology has emerged as an important tool for monitoring physiological and performance-related parameters in sport and exercise contexts. These electronic devices, commonly worn on the body or integrated into clothing, incorporate biometric sensors capable of capturing indicators such as heart rate, movement patterns, body temperature, distance covered, and spatial positioning. Although wearable technologies have been widely adopted by performance personnel in professional football environments for more than a decade, their uptake among students in sports science education remains underexplored. This study aims to evaluate the acceptance and use of wearable technologies among sports science students, focusing on patterns of adoption, perceived usefulness, and factors influencing utilization. Understanding students’ engagement with wearable devices may provide valuable insights for integrating digital monitoring tools into sports science curricula and preparing future professionals for technology-driven practice.