FOOD-MOVEMENT-HEALTH, MSc
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Course Duration / ECTS | 4 Semesters / 120 ECTS |
University degree | Master of Science (MSc) |
Admission Requirements and Curriculum | · Completion of a relevant Bachelor’s degree programme or another relevant degree programme of at least the same higher education level at a recognised domestic or foreign post-secondary educational institution. In any case, the Bachelor’s degree programme in Food-Movement-Health at the University of Salzburg · Curriculum |
Language of instruction German | Proof of language proficiency |
Dates and Deadlines | · The dates and deadlines change every semester. · The current deadlines and dates can be found here. |
Information on the department and departmental student representatives | Department of Sport and Exercise Science Contact: 0043-662-8044-4861 |

What will I learn?
In European countries we face megatrends such as the socio-demographic change, digital transformation and the associated challenges for the healthcare system. Accordingly, the graduates of the Master's degree program in Food-Movement-Health (EBG) will be educated to take on an active role as change agents. As a professionally trained individual, you will support people and organizations in implementing new approaches to promote health and well-being and initiate transformations. Graduates of the Master's degree program in EBG acquire the necessary transversal skills to develop, implement and evaluate evidence-based and innovative health and physical activity concepts. These are based on an interdisciplinary understanding of explanatory models and influencing factors from the natural, social, cultural and economic sciences.

What makes Salzburg so special as a place to study?
In Salzburg, you study in the centre of a cultural metropolis that brings together people from all over the world in a breathtaking natural setting. This diversity is also reflected in the interdisciplinary orientation of the Master's degree program in Food-Movement-Health. In close proximity to university institutions, public and private healthcare providers and innovative companies in the health, food and sports sectors, the excellence in research and teaching is bundled in this study program at the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences and enables you to start your career here.

Which career opportunities do I have?
The fields of occupational activity for graduates of the Master's degree program in Food-Movement-Health are diverse! With the skills you acquire, the following professional fields are addressed: – healthcare: international, regional and municipal health promotion, – nutrition sector as an interface between natural and cultural sciences, – exercise and sports sector to promote health-enhancing physical activity, – tourism, business and culture, – innovation sector in the context of product development, – science and research sector with a focus on health promotion and public health.
Postgraduate degree:
Doctoral Programme at the Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences