Clinical Exercise Science (CES)

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Deadline: Sep 1, 2024
251–300 place StudyQA ranking:5630 Duration:2 years

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The main focus of the Master's and PhD programme is the acquisition of research-based and occupational skills for professions in the field of exercise, prevention, and rehabilitation. The programme is divided into clinical applications for patients as well as for recreational and high-performance athletes. Emphasis is laid on a theoretical, methodological and experimental academic education.
The scientific curriculum encompasses the effects of physical activity in disease prevention and rehabilitation, with the focus on exercise physiology and physical therapy.
The practical education entails collaborations with hospitals, in- and out-patient rehabilitation clinics as well as with the regional Olympic Sports Centre, and the university where care is provided for athletes and students.

Educational organisation

The study programme "Clinical Exercise Science" is a combined Master/PhD-study. In the first common year, students will be taught in foundational and intermediate modules, in scientific methods and evaluation and exercise in prevention and rehabilitation. Furthermore, students will train their skills in practical project planning, application of methods and data collection in their own projects. After the first year, students will decide whether they want to finish their Master degree or start directly with the PhD-part of the study. Then students will advance their knowledge in scientific qualification and applied methods.

The first part of the programme begins each winter semester and involves the Master's and PhD students in a combined first year. Students receive academic and methodological education in "Scientific Methods and Evaluation". Other specific topics are taught in the modules "Exercise in Prevention and Rehabilitation" and "Applied Methods".
In the second part of the programme, beginning in the third semester, the Master's programme continues with a career preparation segment (Advanced Module "Scientific Methods and Evaluation", Intermediate Module "Applied Methods") and is concluded with the Master's thesis. Alternatively, a three-year PhD programme can commence in the third semester, beginning with the advanced modules "Scientific Qualification" and "Applied Methods".
The Master's programme is a two-year full-time course (120 CP). The PhD programme is a four-year full-time course (240 CP).

Course objectives

Participants will learn the skills required for leading positions in health services and academic careers. The aim of the Master's programme is to develop an interdisciplinary approach to the practical and scientific collaboration between various health science professions. The aim of the PhD programme is to acquire the skills necessary for independent research and academic teaching.

Language requirements

Applicants whose native language is not English must provide proof of their English skills: TOEFL 213 (computer-based), 82 points (Internet-based), or equivalent.

Academic requirements

A degree-granting course of study of at least six semesters (e.g. BA, BSc) in prevention and rehabilitation studies or any related field

Enrolment fees

Up to 275 EUR; the fee includes a so-called "Semester-Ticket" for public transport in Berlin/Potsdam

Costs of living

Approx. 800 EUR per month to cover personal expenses

Job opportunities

Job opportunities for students alongside their studies are numerous. Depending on personal and professional skills, students can find jobs in the service sector (e.g., in restaurants, cinemas, museums, theatres, etc.) or work as student assistants at the university or in the numerous non-university research institutions located in Potsdam. Furthermore, lots of tourist attractions (castles and museums) in town offer jobs for international students. More job opportunities for students of the University of Potsdam are offered by the "Studentenwerk Potsdam" (see http://www.studentenwerk-potsdam.de/jobvermittlung.html).
As the German capital Berlin is located just around the corner, students can also find jobs there.

Funding opportunities within the university

The university has a scholarship programme for excellent international students. Recipients receive approx. 1,000 EUR per month. Application at the Potsdam Graduate School (POGS) is necessary.

Arrival support

Potsdam is conveniently located near the Berlin airports and international train stations. You can reach Potsdam easily via the local train service (S-Bahn and Regionalbahn).
The winter semester at the University of Potsdam starts on 1 October and the summer semester starts on 1 April. Detailed information about your exact arrival day, meeting point, and how to reach your meeting point is provided by the programme coordinators.

The University of Potsdam provides numerous preparatory programmes that start prior to or at the beginning of the semester. More information on specific courses for international students can be found online: http://www.uni-potsdam.de/en/zessko/the-introductory-study-phase/index-eng.html. Preparatory courses cover study techniques or the German language, including a preparation course for the DSH test. The preparatory courses aim to support international students right from the start and thus facilitate a successful study experience.

Moreover, international students can participate in the Buddy Programme. This programme offers a support network in which students from the university assist our newly arrived international students. The support network especially offers support at the start of the programme, but the support often continues until the end of the semester. The international and German students involved in the programme exchange language and cultural skills and thus quickly get to know many fellow students and the new academic environment.

Services and support for international students

The International Office provides advice to international students on all administrative issues as well as on legal and financial questions. All programmes have coordinators who should be contacted with any questions regarding the study programme, application, and details of the specific programme.

The University of Potsdam offers various programmes and courses to support international students (Buddy Programme, Tandem Programme, preparatory courses). The Buddy Programme offers a support network in which students of the university assist newly arrived students before and upon their arrival in Potsdam and at the university.

Accommodation

Depending on the programme, accommodation is either arranged in advance or the International Office will help you find suitable accommodation. Student accommodation is managed by the Studentenwerk Potsdam. On their website (see below), the available rooms can be viewed and further information about the application process can be found.
See: http://www.studentenwerk-potsdam.de/en/wohnen.html
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