Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.)

Last verified against the official program page on April 27, 2026.

Mainz, DEMScIn-person2 years

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students

120

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Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Mainz, DE.

About the program

Interdisciplinary program covering connections between movement, health, and wellbeing using Western scientific methods combined with Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda. Includes modules on sports psychology, public health, nutrition, neuroscience, and required study abroad in China and India, culminating in a master's thesis.

Focus: both

Times Higher Ed World University Rankings 2026: 301-350th

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Deadlines

Summer 2027

Nov 15, 2026

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Min TOEFL: CBT 213 | IBT 79 | PBT 550

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Min IELTS (min. score 5.5)

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€9,660.00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz online or in-person?: Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is offered in-person.
How long does Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz take to complete?: Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
How large is the Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz cohort?: Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.
What work-permit options follow Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz?: Post-completion work rights for Sport Science: Movement and Wellbeing (M.Sc.) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)