Program Overview
The Human Movement Sciences at University of Groningen is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Human Movement Sciences programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Groningen, Netherlands
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Human Movement Sciences programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- ["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", "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."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Previous education
- A Bachelor degree (bachelor of science) in Human Movement Sciences or a related field (e.g. Sport and Exercise Sciences, Kinesiology, etc)*
- Or education and experience on a comparable level**
- AND high school degree with English, Mathematics, Physics, and Biology being part of the exam (up until last year)
- Proof of English proficiency is required (TOEFL 580/237/92, IELTS 6.5, Cambridge Certificate of proficiency in English) with the exception of students whose native language is English.
- Students with a bachelor degree in applied sciences (HBO), like Physiotherapy, must first pass a pre-master. The pre-master program is currently in Dutch.
- *The Admission Board decides whether you can apply and/ or you need to improve knowledge or skills in certain areas.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 14,200 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Groningen directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Groningen
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
University of Groningen is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-04-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 30
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