在欧洲学习体育科学

This master's program focuses on responsible management and the business of sport, offering two specialization tracks: Social Sciences of Sport and Economics and Business Administration. Both tracks include shared core subjects such as foundations of sport consumption, sport governance, sport event planning, strategic management in sport, and a master’s thesis with supporting seminars and research methods.

In the Social Sciences of Sport specialization, students explore topics related to the societal, cultural, and ethical dimensions of sport. Core courses include sport organizations, sport and sustainability, media and communication in sport, and physical activity and health. Students also take courses in qualitative and quantitative methods and can choose from electives such as leadership in sport, sport and health, sport marketing, and digitalization in sport. There is also a focus on academic research writing and professional development.

In the Economics and Business Administration specialization, the emphasis is on managerial and financial perspectives in sport. Compulsory courses include marketing and financial performance in sport events, applied research in responsible business of sport, and sport branding. Electives include corporate governance, event evaluation, and sustainability assessment. This track suits students aiming to work in sport business environments, such as management roles in clubs, federations, or commercial enterprises, with the support of research and data management training.

Both specializations integrate language and communication studies, including academic writing and project management, especially for international students.

To be eligible for this master's program, applicants must hold a recognized higher education degree that qualifies for master’s-level study in the awarding country. Suitable academic backgrounds include social sciences of sport, sport management, business, economics, other sport sciences, social or administrative sciences, and related fields such as communications or health sciences. Applicants from other disciplines may also be considered if their motivation is well-justified and their previous studies include relevant coursework in sport or business. Separate higher education studies not formally part of a degree may also be taken into account. The degree must be granted by an officially recognized institution, and conditional admission is possible for students still completing their degree, provided certified final documents are submitted on time.

English language proficiency must be demonstrated exclusively through the Academic Readiness Screening (ACRES), conducted by the Centre for Multilingual Academic Communication (Movi) at the university. This assessment includes a written pre-task and an online interview, and applicants must achieve a minimum B2 level in all four components: oral interaction, spoken production, academic reading, and academic writing. No other language tests or exemptions are accepted, and this screening is only available to applicants who meet the educational eligibility criteria and submit all required documents by the stated deadlines.

This bachelor's degree trains the next generation of sports science professionals, combining a strong theoretical foundation with hands-on experience in performance optimization, athlete development, and the promotion of healthy lifestyles. The program is designed not only for those interested in elite sport but for anyone drawn to health, wellness, and human performance more broadly, equipping students to analyze trends, design training and rehabilitation programs, and apply cutting-edge tools for tracking and improving performance, including data analysis techniques and emerging applications of AI and deep learning in training and rehabilitation.

The curriculum opens with the basics of health sciences, recreational sports, sports anatomy, pedagogy and psychology in sport, and critical thinking, followed by individual sports, an introduction to the social sciences, English for sport science, the basics of sport physiology, sport injuries, and sport nutrition. Later coursework covers research methods, further individual sports training, the theory of training, introductory statistical methods, economics, and team sports, along with sports analytics, management and sport management, and two internships that give students direct professional experience. The program concludes with a thesis and consultation process, alongside further elective coursework throughout.

Students can choose to pursue a Movement analysis specialization, which develops advanced expertise in analyzing and understanding human movement. This track covers an introduction to motor control and human biology, movement learning and development, the basics and applications of biomechanics, spiroergometric measurement, and movement analysis, before progressing to the biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system, performance diagnostics, biophysics and imaging procedures, and data science applied to sport. In its final stage, the specialization covers computer- and AI-based movement analysis, biometrics in sports science, fitness diagnostics, and an introduction to physiotherapy.

Graduates are prepared for roles analyzing and developing strategy within sports organizations, sports academies, and media, as well as for coaching, mentoring, and advisory positions, with potential career paths including sports performance specialist, physiotherapist or rehabilitation specialist, and strength and conditioning coach. The program also provides a strong foundation for continued study at the master's level.

Applicants must have completed secondary education or be in their final year of secondary school, submitting a scanned passport, secondary school transcripts, and, where available, a secondary school certificate or final exam results. As part of the admission process, all applicants are invited to an online interview and must complete a short online biology entrance test.

This master's degree prepares students to shape the international sport industry and make management decisions grounded in scientific evidence, combining management, economics, research, and international perspectives around current issues in the sport industry. Students learn to systematically analyze complex developments, apply scientific methods, and develop practical solutions based on current empirical evidence, while building methodological and analytical expertise alongside intercultural communication skills.

The program consists of twelve modules, including the master's thesis, delivered over four semesters and totaling 120 credit points. Teaching combines regular on-campus classes with compact teaching formats and draws on international lecturers and practitioners from Europe and beyond, reinforcing the program's global and intercultural orientation. Throughout the program, students develop advanced knowledge in sport management, economics, and research methods, with strong emphasis on analytical thinking, problem-solving, and applying scientific knowledge to management practice within the sport industry.

Graduates are well prepared for leadership and specialist roles in national and international sport organizations, including positions in general sport management as well as specialized roles in strategy, marketing, budgeting, personnel management, or consulting, along with analytical and advisory functions in the sport business sector. Potential employers include sport organizations and federations, professional sport clubs, agencies, and consultancies, and the program's research-oriented profile also provides a strong foundation for an academic career, including doctoral study.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS credits, or an equivalent university qualification, with a primary orientation in sport science, accounting for at least 90 credits, or in economics, business administration, national economics, communication science with a focus on marketing, or law. Applicants must also demonstrate coursework in statistics or methodological competence, typically at least 10 credits, and hold an above-average degree, evidenced by an ECTS grade of at least B or a German grade of at least 2.5. Personal and professional suitability is assessed through a CV and a letter of motivation, both submitted in English. German language skills are not required for admission, though basic knowledge is recommended.

Since the program is taught entirely in English, applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through a TOEFL iBT score of at least 95, an IELTS Academic score of at least 7.0, or a Cambridge Certificate at C1 level; this requirement is waived for native English speakers and for applicants who completed a bachelor's degree taught in English within the EU or in an English-speaking country. If the number of qualified applicants exceeds the available places, admission is decided through a ranking system based on the applicant's degree grade, relevant practical experience, and personal suitability; if there are fewer qualified applicants than places available, additional applicants may be admitted following a short interview.

This master's degree is designed to train the next generation of elite sports coaches, combining a strong foundation of theoretical knowledge with practical skills that prepare graduates to guide athletes toward top-level international competition. Students learn to apply current sports science research and innovation directly to coaching practice, developing the expertise to design training programs, lead advanced training sessions, and mentor emerging sports professionals. The program can also serve as a stepping stone toward doctoral study for those wishing to continue their academic careers.

Coursework draws on several interconnected fields of expertise: sports science forms the largest component, complemented by health science, educational science and psychology, the social sciences, and organizational and management sciences. As with the university's coaching degree at the bachelor's level, students choose one sport in which to specialize, selecting from disciplines such as football, handball, canoe sprint, and artistic gymnastics for both men and women, or strength and conditioning; the specific sports available vary depending on whether a student studies on campus full-time or in a blended, part-time format combining mostly online coursework with two weeks on campus each semester.

Graduates are prepared for a wide range of advanced roles, including elite sports coach, team manager or director, performance analyst, athletic development specialist, sports educator or lecturer, sports program manager, sports consultant, and coach for Paralympic or Special Olympics athletes.

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree, or be in their final year of bachelor's study, in a field relevant to sports coaching; only applicants who have completed or are completing studies in a relevant field are considered. Required documents include a scanned passport, bachelor's transcripts and, where available, a bachelor's certificate, a curriculum vitae, and proof of relevant sport experience. As part of the admission process, applicants take part in a general online interview and may be invited to a second, more specialized online interview focused on their professional background and experience.