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Overview
The MS in Biology of Physical Activity programme offered by University of Jyväskylä is designed to prepare students for careers in research centres, medical rehabilitation centres, sports medicine and exercise testing centres, sports academies and physical exercise and sports organisations. It also qualifies students to apply for postgraduate studies in the field.
Career
The programme is designed to prepare students for careers in research centres, medical rehabilitation centres, sport medicine and exercise testing centres, sport academies and physical exercise and sports organisations.
Graduates of the programme are also qualified to apply for PhD studies at the higher education institutions in the field.
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Courses include:
- Orientation to Studies
- Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods
- Scientific Literature Seminar
- Measurement of Neuromuscular Function and Performance
- Measurement of Cardiorespiratory Function and Fitness
- Advanced Research Ethics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
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Credits
120 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biology Health Sciences Sports Sciences View 3 other Masters in Sports Sciences in FinlandExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 92
Other requirements
General requirements
Bachelor’s, Master’s or Doctoral degree, which gives eligibility to Master’s level education in the country in which the degree was issued. Applicants holding a degree, which gives eligibility to Doctoral programmes, should primarily seek admission to Doctoral level.
The higher education degree must be in the fields of
- Biomechanics, Exercise physiology, Sport coaching and fitness testing (major subjects)
- Sport and exercise science
- Biomedical engineering, Physics
- Kinesiology, Motor control
- Biochemistry
- Human biology
- Other field relevant to biology of physical activity
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International
10000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10000 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Jyväskylä
700 - 1100 EUR /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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