Master
Human Movement Sciences: Sport, Exercise and Health (research)
★ StudyPath verdict
7.5/10
Best for students pursuing research careers or PhD in human movement, sports science or rehabilitation. Strong integration of fundamental research with clinical and sports applications; less suited for those seeking purely applied professio
Tuition · Intl
↗€14,762
via SKDB 2020 ↗
Duration
2 years
120 ECTS
Start
Sep 26
apply by May 26
Language
English
IELTS 6.5+
Accred.
NVAO
NVAO 2019
Admission
Open
no intake cap
Enrolled/yr
↗51
DUO ↑6% ↗
Intl. %
?
no data yet
S:F ratio
↗25:1
institution-wide ↗
Min. English
6.5
IELTS required
Entry route
↗Bachelor
degree required ↗
Satisfaction
↗4.1/5
NSE 2026 ↗
Employment
↗95%
field est. ↗
Median salary
↗€3,150
/mo gross · field ↗
Alumni
?
no data yet
↗ Real values are sourced; tiles marked “?” aren’t collected yet · Enrolled/yr is live from DUO · Satisfaction/outcomes are live from StudiekeuzedatabaseLast sync: 1 Sept 2026
About this program
Master programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (Amsterdam). Leads to Master of Science. Field: Health care, social services and care services. Duration 2 years. 120 ECTS. Tuition €14,762/yr.
English120 ECTSMaster of ScienceField area: HealthcareSector: GezondheidCode of Conduct (intl.)Full-timeMaster
Teaching formats
Computer assignmentsGroup assignmentGroup discussionIndividual assignmentInternshipLectureLiterature studyOral presentation
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a public research university founded in 1880. Known for its international outlook and innovative research, VU has over 30,000 students and offers programs across humanities, sciences, and social sciences.
Living in Amsterdam
Student cost of living
Rent · room
€700/mo
Monthly total
€1,000–€2,000
Cost of living
High
Population
873k
Bustling, international, and culturally rich. Amsterdam balances historic charm with modern innovation. The city is bike-friendly, walkable, and offers endless opportunities for exploration and networking.
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Year 3 tracks
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Curriculum
Course structure by year
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Career outcomes
Graduate surveys · field-group level
Very good job-market outlookfield: fysiotherapie, bewegingswetenschappen
Median starting salary (field)€3,150/mo gross
Employed ~1.5y after graduating95%
Months to a substantial job9.5
Working in their own field76%
Permanent contract34%
Satisfied with their job3.5/5
Top graduate occupations (field)
Professoren en andere onderwijsgevenden in het hoger onderwijs21%
Field-group estimates from national graduate surveys via Studiekeuzedatabase — not measured per programme
Progression & cohort
Official register statistics
Complete this degree86%
Women among first-years67%
Say workload is “just right”67%
Official register statistics (1cijferHO · 2025) via Studiekeuzedatabase
Student voices
National Student Survey (NSE) — first-party reviews coming
4.1/5overall satisfaction · NSE 2026 · 15 respondents
Content & set-up4
Teachers4
Atmosphere4.4
Involvement & contact4.2
Study guidance4
Testing & assessment3.8
Facilities4.3
Career preparation3.7
Teachers' English4.3
Would choose again4.3
Source: Nationale Studenten Enquête via Studiekeuzedatabase (Studiekeuze123/LCSK)
Admissions
Minimum language scores · from StudyInNL
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- TOEFL paper based: 580
- TOEFL internet based: 92
Scholarships
UAF: Foundation for Refugee Students—
Internships
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