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Sports Science and Kinesiology

Bachelor’s programme

Health and Fitness

University degree

Bachelor of Science „BSc“

ECTS

180

Start of studies

Summer term 2026

Duration of study

6 semesters

Teaching language

German

type of study programme

Full-time

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Is this degree programme right for you?

Interests that are a good basis for this study programme

For this study programme you should have a high level of social skills, and an interest in exploring issues in the sciences and humanities. You also need a high level of physical fitness, which will be assessed by an aptitude test.

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About the study programme

Sports Science and Kinesiology at the University of Graz

The bachelor’s programme will give you a comprehensive introduction to and overview of issues in sports science, and ways to address them. Central topic areas such as human movement and sports activities, and how people perceive exercise and sport are explored from a general perspective and through individualised study.

Institute Curriculum

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Further studies

Master’s programme in Sports Science and Kinesiology

The master’s programme in Sports Science and Kinesiology builds directly on the bachelor’s programme, broadening and developing the knowledge and skills already acquired. At the University of Graz you also have the option of interfaculty master’s programmes and joint programmes, allowing further scope for individualised and specialised learning.

Master's programme Search

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Career prospects

Preparation for a wide range of career paths

As a graduate you will be able to work in areas related to sport and exercise and make use of your ideas and knowledge of sports science to promote healthy living, participation, injury prevention, and training performance, and for therapeutic purposes. Career options include roles in the development of exercise and sports programmes to promote good health for all age groups, in life coaching and social counselling, or in high-performance sport, trend sports or inclusive sport.

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Note on registration

For admission to the bachelor’s programme you will need to complete a supplementary examination in physical and motor skills.

Supplementary examination

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3 reasons to study at the University of Graz

Ideal study environment

Distinctive combination of theory and practice

Highly committed teaching staff and a sporty, friendly atmosphere

„This study programme combines many different topic areas, which makes it really varied and interesting. Because it’s so diverse, sports and exercise enthusiasts can find their own area of specialisation and develop their expertise further. “

Annina