Human Movement Sciences
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen
Deze opleiding
How does the nervous system control voluntary movement? What are the benefits of exercise? And are these things the same for all people? Find out in this programme.
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| locatieGroningen |
| diplomaMSc |
| typeregulier, 120 EC |
| start1 september |
| taalvolledig English |
| opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd |
| accreditatiesNVAO |
| croho-code60684 |
| numerus fixusnee |
| honoursnee |
The two-year selective Master's programme is meant for students who are fascinated by the complexity of human movement. You will study human movement from multiple perspectives, using theories from Medicine, Biology, Mathematics and Behavioural Sciences.
In this programme, 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 ageing. In 'rehabilitation and functional recovery' you will improve your understanding of impaired movement and the restoration of functioning in rehabilitation practices.
Waarom aan de University of Groningen?
 Elsevier beste opleiding2017 |
| Elsevier beste opleiding 2021 |
• Two-year selective programme in English (120 ECTS)
• Building bridges between fundamental lab research and applied societal practice
• Room for personal tracks with academic assignments and hands-on experience to match your interests, under expert supervision
• Collaborate with staff and (PhD) students on your own research project
• Develop scientific and professional skills in an ambitious environment
• Direct link to the clinical environment of the University Medical Center Groningen (
• Building bridges between fundamental lab research and applied societal practice
• Room for personal tracks with academic assignments and hands-on experience to match your interests, under expert supervision
• Collaborate with staff and (PhD) students on your own research project
• Develop scientific and professional skills in an ambitious environment
• Direct link to the clinical environment of the University Medical Center Groningen (
Studieprogramma
opbouw
In the first year of this selective two-year programme, you will get a head start with our specialization courses, where you will meet our experts and scientists working in the field of Rehabilitation and Healthy Ageing. These courses will give you a broad understanding of current research topics.
In addition to the compulsory courses, you are free to choose your individual study programme (40 EC). For example, you may follow internal or external course units, or decide to carry out an academic assignment, which could involve gaining teaching or applied research experience, doing consultancy work, or writing a scientific article for publication. In the second year of the Master’s programme, you will spend most of your time on your graduation project, which should concern a relevant and current research topic. You will work together with a team of researchers, students, and PhD students, taking measurements and collecting data in one of our state-of-the-art research labs with outstanding facilities, or in a field setting at a Dutch or international research institution, a health institution, or other educational institution.
1e jaar
Compulsory courses are:
In addition to the compulsory courses, you have a lot of freedom within the first year to cho
- The programme starts with a specialization course to gain a better understanding of theories and concepts of healthy aging and rehabilitation research and their application in various domains.
Compulsory courses are:
- Specialization course Human Movement Sciences in Healthy Ageing and Rehabilitation
- Philosophy of Science and Ethics
- Deepening one's methodological and statistical knowledge
In addition to the compulsory courses, you have a lot of freedom within the first year to cho
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Academic Assignment(s) keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Master monitor | 5 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to teaching (mentor system) keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Human Movement Sciences in Rehabilitation and Healthy Ageing | 10 EC | ||||||||
Motor Control keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
3D-Movement analysis | 5 EC | ||||||||
Human Movement Sciences in Rehabilitation and Healthy Aging | 10 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to Dynamical Systems keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Physiology of Training and Exercise keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Advanced Statistics | 5 EC | ||||||||
Musculoskeletal modelling and biomechanics keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Perception and Action keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Sport and Talent keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Review article | |||||||||
Clinical Mobility Lab keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Big data in Sport Sciences & Human Movement Sciences keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Signal Acquisition and Analysis keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Philosophy of Science and Ethics | 5 EC | ||||||||
2e jaar
- 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.
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Master Graduation Project afstuderen | 40 EC | ||||||||
Onderwijs
| taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
|---|---|
| avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
| afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
colloquium, computer exercise, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, internship, lecture, literature study, research, research project, research proposal, oral presentation, poster presentation, practicum, self study, tutorial, working groupstudy guidance
For information about study planning, supervision and support, skills training and individual study advice and schemes, please consult the study advisor.E-mail: studieadviseur-bw@umcg.nl.
Appointment via: https://chplaggenmarsch.youcanbook.me/ or https://mdejonge.youcanbook.me
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
1 september 2025
aanmelding deadline : 1 maart 2025
wettelijk tarief : € 2601 (€1301 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 20500
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 24900
1 september 2026
aanmelding deadline : 1 maart 2026
collegegeld nog niet bekend
From 2024/2025, this Master's programme has a selection procedure.
Information for students with a Dutch diploma Human Movement Sciences (RUG or VU)
1. Apply via Studielink for the master Human Movement Sciences before March 1st, 2025
2. Upload the documents for selection (information available after January 6) before March 1st, 2025 in the Brightspace course: Selection HMS and SpSc
3. No later than May 1st 2025 you will receive information about your ranking
4. Accept your place before June 1st 2025. After this date the waiting list will be updated.
5. Start with the master in September 2025
Information for students with a Dutch relevant WO-bachelor degree
1. Apply via Studielink for the master Human Movement Sciences before March 1, 2025
2. Upload documents for admission (admission form) AND selection (available after January 6) before March 1, 2025 in the Brightspace course: Selection HMS and SpSc
3. No later than May 1st you will receive information about whether or not you are directly eligible for the master and your eventual ranking number
4. Accept your place before June 1st. After this date the waiting list will be updated.
5. Start with the master in September 2025.
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
- Bachelor degree in Human Movement Sciences (RUG/VU) – follow selection procedure
- WO bachelor degree in a related field (follow admission- and selection procedure)
resumee
instaptoets
video-assignment
motivatiebrief
inbegrepen in collegegeld
| examination |
De stad
studievereniging
Studiosi Mobilae
Studiosi Mobilae is the study association for (former) students of Human Movement Sciences in Groningen.The association organizes a variety of interesting activities such as excursions to both domestic and foreign companies and a symposium.
aan het woord: studenten en docenten
Na de studie
In a survey we held under graduates we see that 69% had applied for a job, and found one. 16% has chosen to do another master, 13% started with another programme and 3% made some other choise.
Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt
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.
aansluitende masteropleidingen
| instelling | opleiding | instroomeisen |
|---|---|---|
| Utrecht University | Leraar VHO biologie full-time,part-time educational | + aanv. eisen |
Potentiële beroepen
consultant
developer
Evaluate and develop ergonomic or orthopedic products in/or outside industry
policy officer
researcher
teacher/lecturer
Contact
Academic Advisor Human Movement SciencesInformation about study programme, admission procedure etc.
Master's Degree Programme Education Deskinformation about the master Human Movement Sciences/Sport Sciences