Admission requirements

The study programme Fitness Training and Management (Bachelor of Science) is not numerus clausus (NC) restricted and can therefore be studied without any restrictions. At DHGS German University of Health and Sport, access to this study programme is possible with the following admission requirements:

General university entrance qualification (Abitur) or subject-specific higher education entrance qualification Alternatively, equivalent (foreign) educational qualifications Alternatively, university access for professionally qualified individuals according to §11 of the Berlin Higher Education Act (BerlHG) In addition, a language proficiency certificate for study applicants from non-German-speaking countries

Details

The degree programme in Fitness Training and Management (Bachelor of Science) at DHGS German University of Health and Sport is designed for individuals who wish to acquire both sports science and management skills in the fitness industry. The programme combines theoretical foundations with practical case studies to prepare students for the professional practice.

Some of the study contents include:

Introduction to Fitness Studies and Management Fundamentals of Anatomy and Physiology Exercise Science Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Application Module: Functional Equipment Training Data Collection Methods and Applied Statistics Sport Injuries – Prevention and Therapy Motion Analysis and Training Diagnostics Accounting and Controlling Application Module: Group Fitness Internship in the Fitness Sector Training Control and Planning Sports Facility Financing and Operation Application Module: Functional Rehabilitation and Prevention Quality Management and Certification Focus Modules: Current Challenges in the Sports and Fitness Industry, Performance Diagnostics in Competitive Sports, Wellness Forms and Trends Nutrition and Supplements in Fitness Sports Personnel Leadership and Management Application Module: Personal Training Team Development and Leadership Sport Psychology Legal Aspects in the Fitness Industry Application Module: Fitness Trends Advanced Research Methods Focus Modules: Advanced Leadership, Performance Enhancement Measures (Nutrition, Mental Training, Regeneration), Case Studies for Wellness and Regeneration Services Application Module: Project Bachelor Thesis

The flexible study concept allows students to complete the programme either on a full-time basis, part-time while working, or in cooperation with a practical partner. The practical training is supported by numerous collaborations with companies and institutions in the fitness industry.

The degree programme offers excellent career opportunities in the fitness and health sector as well as in related fields such as sports management and health promotion. Thanks to the licenses integrated into the programme worth up to 3,600 euros (including Fitness Trainer B, Fitness Trainer A, Group Fitness), graduates are well qualified for professional practice.