Master of Science in Applied Neurosciences in Sports & Exercise (ANSE)
An interdisciplinary Master's programme exploring the intersection of neuroscience, physical activity, and clinical rehabilitation.
Best for:Best for students with a background in sports science, health science, or neuroscience seeking to specialize in neuroscientific applications for health and performance.
Overview
The Master of Science in Applied Neurosciences in Sports & Exercise (ANSE) at Paderborn University is a full-time, four-semester programme designed to bridge the gap between neuroscientific research and practical application in sports and healthcare. Students investigate the impact of physical activity on neurological and neurodegenerative conditions, as well as the neuroscientific mechanisms underlying athletic performance and recovery. The curriculum emphasizes methodological competence, project-based learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Graduates are prepared for careers in research-oriented fields or applied clinical settings, supported by a mandatory internship and a research-focused Master's thesis.
What you'll do
- Engage in modular coursework covering sports neurology and neuroscientific research methods.
- Participate in project-based learning groups to solve scientific problems and present findings.
- Conduct literature-based, experimental, or conceptual research projects.
- Complete a mandatory four-week internship in a research or clinical setting.
- Author a Master's thesis based on original scientific inquiry.
- Collaborate with peers on interdisciplinary research and communication tasks.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in sports science, health science, physiotherapy, or neuroscience (or equivalent) with a grade of 2.5 or better (German system).
Degree offered: Master of Science
Language: English; C1 level required (official certificates only).
Instruction: English
- At least 12 ECTS in Physiology.
- At least 12 ECTS in Research Methods or Statistics.
- Completion of a Bachelor's thesis (12 ECTS).
- English language proficiency at C1 level (IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 95, or equivalent).
- Applicants must hold a relevant Bachelor's degree with specific ECTS credits in physiology and research methods.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-05-31
Applications must be submitted through the uni-assist portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and language certificates are prepared according to the university's guidelines.
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Official English language proficiency test results
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