Human Movement Sciences Master

The scientific background of human movement

The focus of this course is human movement as an interdisciplinary field of study. It emphasises aspects not only of Natural Sciences and Engineering, but also of the Humanities and Social Sciences.

The Master programme will become part of the new programme "Health Sciences and Technology" in the autumn semester 2014.

Credits ECTS: 90
Language of instruction: English/German

Structure:

In the Master programme, students choose one of the three majors on offer. Electives make it possible to direct areas of focus more towards the Natural Sciences, or the Humanities ans Social Sciences. Two pracicals of 12 weeks each serve as the initial contact with the world of work. The concluding Master thesis is an introduction to interdependantly producing a scientific piece of work.

- Majors

- Electives, practicals

- Master thesis (6-12 month)

Specialisations:

Motor Control and Motor Learning; Biomechanics; Exercise Physiolog

Unconditional transfer from:

Human Movement Sciences Bachelor

Further information:

Programme

Department D-HEST

Contact:

Yvonne Meier

Director of studies: Prof. Dr. Urs Boutellier

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