Master's Degree Programme in Biology of Physical Activity

Study objectives

The programme educates academic experts who understand the interactive mechanisms between different physiological systems and physical exercise, and their theoretical background. The programme is designed to prepare students for careers in research centres, medical rehabilitation centres, sports medicine and exercise testing centres, sports academies and physical exercise and sports organisations. It also qualifies students to apply for postgraduate studies in the field.

Study contents

The two-year Master's degree programme offers three possible fields of specialisation to choose from:

• Exercise Physiology, including cellular and molecular adaptation, cardiorespiratory function and human physiology
• Science of Sport Coaching and Fitness Testing, including scientific bases and applications of fitness testing, strength and power training, and endurance trainin
• Biomechanics, including muscle-tendon mechanics, neuromuscular function and human movement

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