Master
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Veterinary & Sport Sciences
International Sports Development MAInternational Sports Development
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The MA International Sports Development is an international, English-language advanced master's degree program in the field of sports development. The programme is in a blended-learning format and has a focus on recreational sports development that offers in-depth, research-based and hands-on knowledge. It aims to teach skills and expertise that enable graduates to work in sport organisations at a regional, national and international level. The programme courses are delivered in a blended-learning format with students learning mostly in a virtual learning environment supervised by a team of international lecturers, complemented by four short-term in-person periods of one to two weeks each, usually taking place in Leipzig, Germany.
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The MA International Sports Development is an international, English-language advanced master's degree program in the field of sports development. The programme is in a blended-learning format and has a focus on recreational sports development that offers in-depth, research-based and hands-on knowledge. It aims to teach skills and expertise that enable graduates to work in sport organisations at a regional, national and international level. The programme courses are delivered in a blended-learning format with students learning mostly in a virtual learning environment supervised by a team of international lecturers, complemented by four short-term in-person periods of one to two weeks each, usually taking place in Leipzig, Germany.
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How do I apply to International Sports Development MA at Universität Leipzig?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about International Sports Development MA at Universität Leipzig
Is International Sports Development MA at Universität Leipzig 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 Sports Development MA programme cost? ▼
1.800 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for International Sports Development MA at Universität Leipzig? ▼
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 Sports Development MA? ▼
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 Universität Leipzig — 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.