Human Movement Sciences
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Deze opleiding
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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 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 RUG?
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• 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

The main focus of the second year of the Master's programme is the master graduation project. You can do this internally, externally or abroad. In your research project you demonstrate that you are able to conduct scientific research in a specific field and that you are able to present your findings in a scientific article.
- 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
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Academic Assignment(s) keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Master monitor | 5 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to teaching (mentor system) keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Motor Control keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
3D-Movement analysis | 5 EC | ||||||||
Mechanisms of motor function in ageing keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Rehabilitation & Functional Recovery keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Clinical Mobility Lab keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Physiology of Training and Exercise keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Advanced Statistics | 5 EC | ||||||||
Interventions targeting motor function and cognition in ageing keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Disorders in motor control and current theories keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Musculoskeletal modelling and biomechanics keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Perception and Action keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Introduction to Dynamical Systems keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Sport and Talent keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Review article | |||||||||
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 |
- 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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1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Master Graduation Project afstuderen | 40 EC |
specialisaties
specialisatie Rehabilitation and Functional Recovery
To further ones understanding and knowledge of impaired movement and the mechanisms of restoration of mobility and functioning in rehabilitation practice.
- Gait & balance
- Cyclic upper body exercise
- Handicap, exercise & sport
- Manual dexterity and upper extremity functioning
- Diagnostic tools & assistive technology
specialisatie Motor Function and Cognition in Healthy Ageing
One explores how physical activity can prevent chronic diseases, slow ageing, preserve cognitive function, and how solutions can promote mobility and independence in old age.
- Biomechanical and neural mechanisms of how the motor system ages
- Intervention strategies to slow motor and cognitive aging
- Behavioral theories as applied to physical activity promotion
- Gaming as a strategy to reduce falls
- Mobility retention in old age through improved perception-action
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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onderwijsopzet | 40% zelfstudie 40% theorie 20% praktijk |
avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
colloquium, computer exercise, group discussion, group assignment, lecture, individual assignment, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, poster presentation, practicum, internship, tutorial, working group, self studystudy guidance
For information about study planning, supervision and support, skills training and individual study advice and schemes, students can consult the study advisor.E-mail: studieadviseur-bw@umcg.nl.
Appointment via: https://chplaggenmarsch.youcanbook.me/
Phone: (050) 36 16061
exchange programs
- McMaster University - Canada
- University of Coimbra - Portugal
- University of Leuven - Belgie
- Semmelweis University - Hongarije
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 1 maart 2024
collegegeld nog niet bekend
Information for students with a Dutch diploma Human Movement Sciences (RUG or VU)
Apply via Studielink for the master Human Movement Sciences before March 1st 2024
afterwards you will be automatically enrolled in the online environment, devised for selection
Upload the documents for selection before March 1st 2024
CV, motivation letter, video assignment (instructions will follow in due course)
No later than May 1st 2024 you will receive information about your ranking
Accept your place before June 1st 2024. After this date the waiting list will be updated.
Start with the master in September 2024
Information for students with a Dutch relevant WO-bachelor degree or HBO-degree
Apply via Studielink for the master Human Movement Sciences before March 1, 2024
afterwards you will be automatically enrolled in the online environment, devised for selection
Upload documents for admission AND selection before March 1st 2024
For admission: diploma (or proof of enrollment), transcripts and link to course descriptions. For selection: CV, motivation letter and video assignment (further instructions will follow)
No later than May 1st you will receive information about your admission and ranking in the premaster program
Accept your place before June 1st . After this date the waiting list will be updated.
Start with the pre-master in September 2024. After successfully finishing the premaster program you can start 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)
- HBO-bachelor degree in a related field (e.g. physiotherapy, occupational therapy, sport studies, human movement technology, MIRT, etc.) (follow admission and selection procedure)
resumee
instaptoets
video-assignment
motivatiebrief
studie kosten
bedrag | kostenpost |
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€ 450 | studiematerialenvoor de gehele opleiding |
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

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Contact

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