Overview

Human movement is central to quality of life. It underpins daily functioning, performance, independence, and well-being — and is shaped by the complex interplay between body, brain, behaviour and environment. Whether you're fascinated by elite sports, passionate about rehabilitation, or intrigued by the neurobiology of human movement, this Human Movement Sciences - Sport and Performance Psychology programme offered at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam provides a robust foundation to explore and apply movement science in real-world settings.

You’ll deepen your expertise within one of four scientific domains (biomechanics, movement neuroscience,  psychology, physiology), while gaining broad professional and research skills that prepare you to tackle challenges in fields such as sports, prevention and health, physical education, and high-demand professions (e.g., police, military). The programme supports you in connecting your academic knowledge to your future career, right from the start.

Start your career

With a Master’s degree in Human Movement Sciences, you are equipped to make a meaningful contribution to society — by promoting health, enhancing performance, and improving quality of life through movement. You’ll know how to integrate scientific knowledge into real-world solutions in sports and health.

In addition, you have well-developed communication and research skills, making you broadly employable.

You can start your career in applied research at a rehabilitation center or sports institution, or in vocational education in sports or healthcare. But also as an embedded scientist, exercise physiologist, or knowledge broker.

Open Days

Join the Online Master’s Event on Thursday, 26 November, or the International Master’s Webinar on Tuesday, 6 October, to learn more about the programme and studying at VU Amsterdam.