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FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
Master English Medicine & Health

International Master's in Physical Activity and Health

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About the Program

The international Master's degree in Physical Activity and Health provides graduate students with profound knowledge and experience of successful means of promoting health by physical activity and exercise from an international perspective. This includes: conceptualisation of interventional strategies for the promotion of physical activity and public health policies implementation of physical activity and health promotion measures within specific settings, e.g. companies and schools, and for specific target groups such as immigrants and older people developing and implementing measures for individual physical activity and health promotion programmes for specific people who are prone to certain diseases and health risks, e.g. back pain, osteoporosis quality assurance and management of offered physical activity and health promotion measures scientific evaluation of offered physical activity and health promotion programmes
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The international Master's degree in Physical Activity and Health provides graduate students with profound knowledge and experience of successful means of promoting health by physical activity and exercise from an international perspective. This includes: conceptualisation of interventional strategies for the promotion of physical activity and public health policies implementation of physical activity and health promotion measures within specific settings, e.g. companies and schools, and for specific target groups such as immigrants and older people developing and implementing measures for individual physical activity and health promotion programmes for specific people who are prone to certain diseases and health risks, e.g. back pain, osteoporosis quality assurance and management of offered physical activity and health promotion measures scientific evaluation of offered physical activity and health promotion programmes

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about International Master's in Physical Activity and Health at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is International Master's in Physical Activity and Health at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg taught in German or English?

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

How much does the International Master's in Physical Activity and Health 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 International Master's in Physical Activity and Health at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 International Master's in Physical Activity and Health?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg — 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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