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Sport and Exercise Sciences for Health and Performance

A research‑oriented English‑taught MSc program preparing graduates for health‑focused sport and exercise careers.

Best for:Prospective MSc candidates with a background in sport science who want hands‑on experience in performance testing, biomechanics, and health‑focused training design.

Ruhr-Universität Bochum · Bochum, Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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physiological performance testingbiomechanical analysistraining programme designprevention for recreational athleteshealth‑performance research
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Deadlines and dates Start of online application: Beginning of June Application deadline: 15 July Submission deadline for supplementary materials for non-EU students: 15 July Submission deadline for supplementary materials (ToR application) for EU students: 21 July
Funding
Scholarship
€300/mo
Start date
Winter semester 2026
Full-time
Location
Bochum
Germany

Overview

The Faculty of Sport Science at Ruhr‑Universität Bochum offers a two‑year Master of Science in Sport and Exercise Sciences for Health and Performance. The programme combines theoretical coursework with practical laboratory training in physiological testing and biomechanical analysis. Students design training programmes for athletes and the general population, conduct original research, and write a thesis that contributes to the field. The curriculum is taught entirely in English and includes international guest lecturers, preparing graduates for managerial and research positions worldwide.

sports scienceexercise physiologybiomechanicshealth performancemaster's programGermanyEnglish‑taught

What you'll do

  • Attend and actively participate in lectures and seminars covering advanced sport and exercise science topics.
  • Conduct laboratory experiments such as physiological performance testing and biomechanical measurements.
  • Analyse experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and software.
  • Design and evaluate training programmes for elite and recreational athletes with a focus on health and injury prevention.
  • Perform a literature review and develop an original research thesis that contributes to the field.
  • Collaborate with international guest lecturers and integrate specialist literature into coursework.
  • Present research findings at seminars or conferences as required.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Sport Science (180 ECTS) or a comparable qualification

Degree offered: MSc

Language: English; minimum B2, TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, or TOEIC 550

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • knowledge of exercise physiology
  • basic understanding of sports biomechanics
  • ability to conduct physiological performance tests
  • proficiency in English at B2 level (TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, or TOEIC 550)
  • research skills for thesis work
Nice to have
experience with statistical analysis softwarefamiliarity with German languageexperience designing training programmes for recreational athletes
Eligibility
  • Open to EU and non‑EU applicants
  • Must hold the required bachelor's degree

Funding & terms

Type
Scholarship
Amount
€300/mo
Duration
1 year
Programme
Deutschlandstipendium
Ruhr-Universität Bochum Scholarship Fund

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How to apply

Deadline: 2026-07-15

Create an account on the university's online application portal and complete the MSc application form. Upload the required documents, including transcripts and English language proof, before the deadline. Submit the application and await confirmation from the admissions office.

Documents required
  • CV
  • Motivation letter
  • Bachelor's transcript
  • English language certificate
  • Letter of recommendation (optional)
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Faculty of Sport Science
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
DeutschlandstipendiumGermany
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