FAU offers the following doctoral degree programs in sport science. Click on the tab for further information, links and points of contact.
Sport science
Doctoral program in Gerontology at the ICA (Interdisciplinary Center for Aging Research)
- Keywords: Aging and technology, nutrition in old age, physical frailty, adaptation in old age, dementia, depression in old age
- Doctoral title: Dr. rer. nat., Dr. rer. biol. hum.
- Language of degree program: German and English
- Program duration: 2 to 3 years, depending on the doctoral degree sought
- How to apply: Admission via the primary supervisor of the doctoral thesis, if they are also a member of the structured program or the Interdisciplinary Center for Gerontology. Direct applications are not possible.
- Special features: The doctoral program does not award any scholarships itself, but actively supports doctoral candidates in their applications.
- FAU contacts and information about the program: Prof. Dr. Frieder R. Lang
- Information about the program
Doctoral program in Physical Activity and Health at the ISS (Institute of Sport Science and Sport)
- Keywords: Physical activity, training, health, exercise therapy, public health
- Doctoral title: Dr. phil.
- Language of degree program: German
- Program duration: Until the completion of the doctorate
- How to apply: The contacts are the coordinators and spokespersons of the doctoral program. Please note that the structured doctoral program is not a degree program with an annual application process. This is a support program for doctoral students at the Department of Sport Science and Sport.
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- Information about the program