This two-year master’s programme is tailored for those who have undergraduate experience in sports science, physical education, health science and management.
When embarking on this programme, you have the advantage of being schooled in the latest theories, while being given the opportunity to apply these theories and concepts to real-life projects and challenges through individual assignments and group projects.
What makes this programme unique?
Located in the dynamic Öresund Region, the programme is linked to Malmö’s urban environment and its position as a multicultural, innovative and sustainable city. Throughout the programme, both Scandinavian and international contexts are used as case studies, and the programme is carried out in close collaboration with industry partners such as local organisations.
The programme strives to offer an international classroom practise and brings together students from different backgrounds and experiences. This allows you to deepen your knowledge and gain an overview based on the academic backgrounds and practical experience of other students, which will allow you to be able to work transcultural in your future professions.
The education is closely linked to the sport science research environment at Malmö University, which has a strong research environment and a prominent role in the debate on sport issues.
What career will I be prepared for?
After completed studies, you will have significantly deepened your knowledge and understanding of sport in relation to society’s change processes. You will have competence, knowledge and an understanding required to work with sport in relation to sustainable development.
The education is relevant for a wide range of jobs and roles where sport is used in a context of change, ranging from working with elite athletes to sporting federations or public health sectors.
This two-year master’s programme also provides a pathway to PhD studies or industry in research and development.