Overview

These sports science disciplines from the Sports Science program at Goethe University Frankfurt operate empirically, meaning they systematically observe, measure, and analyze—primarily focusing on human conditions and behavior—using methods that ensure reproducible and replicable results. The aim is to identify patterns and regularities.

Career

Successful completion of the program qualifies graduates for future roles in various areas of sports and related fields that require a solid academic foundation and an application-oriented specialization in sports medicine, performance physiology, and training science. These areas include, for example, sports clubs, sports associations, municipal and association-based sports administrations, commercial sports providers, freelance roles as trainers, course instructors, and coaches, as well as sports and movement therapy in prevention and rehabilitation, and positions in health insurance companies within a constantly evolving professional field.

The master's program also serves as preparation for pursuing a doctorate. In addition to the natural science qualifications mentioned, students acquire key skills that are equally important for career advancement and ensure readiness for challenging roles in academia, industry, and practice.

Programme Structure

Course details

Anatomy
Movement Science

Exercise Physiology
Training Science

Sport Psychology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

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5.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 17 other Masters in Sport and Exercise Science in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A sport science degree (or closely related, movement/health-related)

An equivalent degree from a German or international university in a related field

You need English skills at level B2.
Knowledge of German - To apply, proof of German knowledge at the DSH-2 level or equivalent is required (exceptions as per DSH regulations).

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Although tuition fees have been abolished, a semester fee of €381.28 still applies.

Living costs

Frankfurt am Main

Germany

941 - 1519 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

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Additional Details

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