Movement Sciences for Prevention and Wellness

This  programme is designed to provide advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in the following areas:

• biomedical, concerning the physiological, biological, biochemical and molecular aspects of physical activity, together with those relating to the pathogenesis, prevention and diagnosis of diseases related to a sedentary lifestyle in different age groups;
• psycho-social, including the study of the psycho-social and pedagogical determinants of physical activity, neuroscience applied to movement and the didactical aspects of training;
• sports and training, relating to training methods and teaching, with specific insights into adapted physical activity.

Both theoretical teaching and technical-practical activities are constantly updated in line with progress in the relevant fields of study. Learning is facilitated through practical simulations of physical activity programmes in different contexts. The achievement of the expected results is assessed through written tests or self-assessment carried out during the course and/or oral tests at the end of the course. At the end of the course, students are required to write a thesis, which may be experimental, based on bibliographic research using databases and digital search engines related to the field of interest.

Graduates will have acquired adequate knowledge to design, conduct and evaluate physical activity programmes tailored to different categories of individuals, independently or in collaboration with other professionals.

The training programme includes simulations and exercises aimed at enabling students to acquire autonomy in the development and implementation of physical activity programmes in different contexts. Students also carry out internships in order to develop their ability to interact with the world of work and with different professionals.

Further information

All information on the course, from admission to the final examination, for all students interested in enrolling in the Master’s Degree Course in Sports Science for Prevention and Wellness.

Admission requirements

Admission is subject to passing a written entrance examination (selection process) designed to assess prior knowledge of biomedical, psycho-pedagogical sports subjects acquired during the three-year degree course, as well as the management, practice and evaluation of individual and/or group sports activities. The admission exam also aims to assess knowledge of the English language through the completion of 10 specific questions out of the 60 in the test. The number of students enrolled for each academic year is subject to the sustainability of the course which, in accordance with current regulations, is 80 students.

Internships and placements

The Degree Programme Council, in collaboration with the Placement Office, organises various career guidance activities.

These include:

• training internships for students, undergraduates and graduates;
• job meetings to facilitate direct contact between young people, graduates and undergraduates, and those active in the job market;
• archiving of graduates’ CVs in the University database; internships/work placements at institutions and companies affiliated with the University and creation of a dedicated database;
• meetings with students aimed at: CV writing, identifying job search channels, learning how to present oneself at a job interview;

Final examination