Liikunnan yhteiskuntatieteet, maisteri (2 v)
University of Jyväskylä · Jyväskylä, Finland
About the programme
Liikunnan yhteiskuntatieteet examines physical activity as a multifaceted phenomenon. The studies explore how physical activity culture is organised, what factors motivate people to be physically active, and what societal significance physical activity and sport have. Graduates of Liikunnan yhteiskuntatieteet become experts in physical activity culture and the leisure sector.
Description: Opintopolku / Studyinfo.fi (Finnish National Agency for Education) (CC BY 4.0), translated by machine.
Key facts
- Degree
- Master's
- Institution
- University of Jyväskylä (University)
- Location
- Jyväskylä
- Language of instruction
- Finnish
- Standard duration
- 2 years
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Fields
- Sport & Exercise Science
About Sport & Exercise Science
Training, performance, biomechanics and coaching, backed by physiology.
Where it leads
Strength and conditioning coach · Sports scientist · Personal trainer · Performance analyst
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Source: Opintopolku / Studyinfo.fi (Finnish National Agency for Education) (CC BY 4.0). As of October 10, 2026. The assignment to fields is ours. Check the details with the institution before you apply.
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