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Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln
Bachelor German Veterinary & Sport Sciences

BA Sport and Health in Prevention and TherapySport and Health in Prevention and Therapy

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Maintaining good health through sport and movement is becoming increasingly important in view of the changing age structure of society and the changes in the health system. The field of health will continue to grow and the job situation looks promising for those involved in it. The B.A. Sport and Health in Prevention and Therapy is aimed at people who live active lives, are interested in health and who like supervising and teaching groups. The degree programme provides students with the necessary expertise to enable them to plan, implement and evaluate health-improvement measures in primary and secondary prevention. This expertise is also required to adapt health/prevention programmes to the individual needs of the patients. The university education is supplemented by knowledge about approaches to interventions, how health-related activities work as well as methods of learning and training from a physical, mental and social perspective. Graduates can work in various professional fields in the health sector, e.g. health coach or health consultant, in clubs and state institutions such as sanatoriums, clinics and spas, but also with private commercial providers in the fitness and tourism branch.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Sport and Health

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about BA Sport and Health in Prevention and Therapy at Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln

Is BA Sport and Health in Prevention and Therapy at Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the BA Sport and Health in Prevention and Therapy programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for BA Sport and Health in Prevention and Therapy at Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying BA Sport and Health in Prevention and Therapy? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Deutsche Sporthochschule Köln — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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