In the?Human Movement Sciences programme from?University of Groningen,?you will acquire an advanced theoretical understanding of human movement. You will also gain research skills and professional skills, learning to apply your knowledge in a practical setting.

The programme has two central themes. In 'motor function and cognition in healthy ageing' you will explore how physical activity and innovative solutions can prevent chronic diseases, and preserve cognitive function. You will also study slow aging. In 'rehabilitation and functional recovery' you will improve your understanding of impaired movement and the restoration of functioning in rehabilitation practices.

Job prospects

After graduation, you can continue your academic career in a PhD trajectory or perform research at health care research institutes. In addition, you can consult at rehabilitation centres, hospitals and specialized care facilities. It is also possible to evaluate and develop ergonomic or orthopaedic products or to develop health and welfare policies for government agencies. With a teacher's certificate you can work as a lecturer in education.

Job examples

• Researcher

  Study for a PhD or perform research at health care research centers

• Consultant

  Consult at rehabilitation centers, hospitals, or specialized care facilities

• Teacher/lecturer

  Teacher/Lecturer of health and exercise science in Higher Education

• Policy Officer

  Develop health and welfare policies for government agencies

• Developer

  Evaluate and develop ergonomic or orthopedic products in/or outside industry

First year

• Specialization course units to gain a better understanding of one's chosen specialization, i.e., Motor Function and Cognition in Healthy Ageing or Rehabilitation and Functional Recovery
• Ample possibilities of choosing courses to develop a personal profile
• Philosophy of Science and Ethics
• Deepening one's methodological and statistical knowledge

Second year

• Master's Graduation Project
• Possibilities to further one's professional and personal development, e.g., by following additional course units, develop and execute an academic assignment, for example in a professional or an educational context.