FAU offers the following doctoral degree programs in sport science. Click on the tab for further information, links and points of contact.
Sport science
- 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
- 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