Study Programme

Degree

Master of Science (MSc)

Duration of studies

4 semesters – 120 credit points (cp)

Composition of degree programme

 The study programme comprises three ‘tracks’ to be completed in the first two semesters and studied in more depth in the third semester within the framework of profile modules. The fourth semester is then available for working on the Master’s thesis.

Data Analysis and Statistics (Track 1) comprises the following modules:

• Applied Mathematics (6 CP)
• Specific Data Analysis (6 CP)

The contents of this track are strongly application-oriented and focus on the acquisition of competencies in computer-assisted data analysis.

Biomechanics and Neuromotor Control (Track 2):

• Biomechanics I (6 CP)
• Biomechanics II (9 CP)
• Computational Principles of Motor Control (6 CP)
• Cognitive Neuroscience of Action (6 CP)

Students acquire basic and in-depth knowledge of physical relationships in the dynamics and kinematics of human movements and of the organization of movement processes, especially from the areas of motor control and learning. They learn specific aspects of motor control from a behavioural, biomechanical, physiological, and neuroscientific perspective and how these relate to each other.

Movement Analytics (Track 3) includes the following focal points:

• Computer Programming in Human Movement Analytics (6 CP)
• Metrological Principles of Human Movement Analysis (6 CP)
• Movement-Specific Measurement Methods (9 CP)

In the Movement Analytics track, students acquire competencies in gathering data on movement characteristics using different methodological approaches.

Profile and electives modules

In the third semester, students must complete two profile modules (9 CP each) and two elective modules (6 CP each). The profile modules use measurement projects to address topics from Tracks 1–3 in greater theoretical and practical depth. Elective modules in the natural and health sciences as well as in the methodological field can be selected from the courses offered by the Justus Liebig University and, if applicable, other universities. Due to the fact that profile and elective modules can be combined very variably, the third semester can be used very effectively for a semester abroad, because recognition can be granted to a relatively broad range of different contents of courses at other universities.

Master Thesis

Students write their Master’s thesis (30 CPs) in the final semester. We support the writing of so-called external Master’s theses that are completed in external institutions (clinics, authorities, industry).