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Sports Science Major Subject (Primary Schools)
Overview
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
Duration:
6 semesters
Course Start:
Winter semester
Restrictions:
With NC
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Contents of the subject Sports Science
Die Studiengangsvariante qualifiziert primär für das Berufsfeld Schule; es lassen sich jedoch (bereits nach Abschluss Bachelorstudiums) auch andere pädagogische Berufsfelder adressieren, die sich inhaltlich mit Fördermaßnahmen, mit Erziehung und Bildung im Bereich Bewegung, Spiel und Sport im Kindesalter beschäftigen, wie z. B. im pädagogischen Elementarbereich, in Bereichen des organisierten Sports im Verein sowie in pädagogischen Berufen bei anderen öffentlichen Trägern. Insbesondere auch im Kontext von Maßnahmen verschiedener Träger in den Bereichen Integration und Inklusion sind neue Berufsfelder zu erschließen.
Das Studienangebot trägt der gestiegenen Bedeutung, die Bewegung, Spiel und Sport in der betreffenden Altersspanne sowohl im schulischen als auch im außerschulischen Bereich zukommt, Rechnung. Dabei soll neben der Unterstützung der kindlichen Entwicklungsprozesse durch den Sport auch negativen Begleiterscheinungen eines zunehmenden Bewegungsmangels entgegengesteuert werden. Berücksichtigt werden hierbei insbesondere die heterogenen Voraussetzungen der Kinder und die spezifischen, unterschiedlichen spiel- und sportbezogenen Bedürfnisse.
Im Zentrum steht die Vermittlung fundierter Kenntnisse und der kritischen Reflexionsfähigkeit in ausgewählten Bereichen der Sportwissenschaft und der Didaktik und Methodik der Sport- und Bewegungsfelder. Neben einem Schwerpunkt auf kindbezogener ästhetischer Bildung werden dabei auch Kenntnisse im Bereich motorischer Schwächen im Kindes- und Jugendalter sowie Fähigkeiten zur pädagogischen Gestaltung von Spiel- und Sportsituationen, auch mit Kindern, die einen besonderen Förderbedarf haben, vermittelt. Inklusion und inklusiver, geschlechter- und sprachsensibler Sportunterricht werden dabei als Querschnittsaufgabe verstanden.
Als Besonderheit des Bielefelder Studienangebots bieten wir ein intensiv begleitetes Praxissemester im Master of Education und die Möglichkeit, eine integriert vermittelte Qualifikation als Lehrkraft an Förderschulen zu erwerben.
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Advantages of the subject Sports Science at Bielefeld University
Interdisciplinary perspectives
The degree programme integrates various scientific disciplines, including
sports medicine, neurocognition, biomechanics, sport and society as well as
sport and business. This interdisciplinary education promotes a comprehensive
understanding of the diverse aspects of sport and prepares students for
complex challenges in the professional field.
Practical orientation
A central element of the degree programme is the intensively supervised
Teaching Experience Semester, which combines theoretical knowledge with
practical experience. This practical learning enables students to test and
reflect on their role as teaching staff in sport, which increases the quality
of their education.
Specialised specialisation
The degree programme offers the opportunity to specialise in various areas
of Sports Science, such as didactics and methodology in the fields of sport
and exercise. This specialisation enables a targeted education that is tailored
to individual interests and career goals.
Health promotion
The programme places particular emphasis on promoting health and combating
physical inactivity. Students learn how they can contribute to the holistic
development of children and young people through exercise, play and sport,
which is of great importance in today's society.
Career prospects
Following their bachelor’s and master courses, as well as the preparatory service, teachers take on a varied, complex and socially responsible role. They shape teaching and learning processes, support and encourage pupils in their personal development, and empower them to shape their future as mature and responsible citizens. Career prospects are generally positive, as the demand for qualified teachers is set to continue into the future. Key factors influencing successful recruitment later on include the type of school chosen and the combination of subjects, regional demand, personal mobility and flexibility, as well as decisions and priorities in education policy. Assessments of recruitment prospects are available, for example, from the Ministry of Education of North Rhine-Westphalia.
When choosing subjects, it is also important to take your own interests into account so that you can later teach the subjects you are interested in with enthusiasm. Furthermore, considering the age of the pupils in the respective school types is helpful in making an informed decision.
When choosing subjects, it is also important to take your own interests into account so that you can later teach the subjects you are interested in with enthusiasm. Furthermore, considering the age of the pupils in the respective school types is helpful in making an informed decision.
What are the access requirements?
Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).
Please note that further approval requirements also apply for this subject:
First of all, a medical certificate is required certifying that the applicant is able to meet the physical requirements of a sports degree programme. The certificate must not be older than three months at the time of enrolment. The final proof of aptitude is deemed to have been provided if there is evidence of other academic achievements at a sufficient level.
Further information on the procedure and current contact persons
Please also read the subject-specific regulations, which are decisive for all applicable regulations.
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
What formalities are important?
Course start
Studies can be commenced only in winter semester.
Length and scope of studies
The standard period of studies is 6 semesters. Information on studying part time.
The studies Major Subject (Primary Schools) Sports Science comprise 60 credit points.
Find out about the academic structure model and note the possible combinations.
Application, admission, and enrolment
The study places are subject to local admission restrictions (numerus clausus). You need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines.
As soon as you receive a positive response in the application and status portal (admission notice from the Student Office, you can submit your application for enrolment within the set deadline.
Step by step to a combined Bachelor programme with NC
Please note that Education Sciences is always a compulsory component of a degree programme with a teaching option (see study structure model).
Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.
Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.
The courses
You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.
An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.
Possible Combinations
Possible Combinations
This subject can be combined with the following subjects in the Combined Bachelor's Degree:
Possible combinations for Combined Bachelor with teaching option
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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
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Overview
Degree:
Bachelor of Arts
Duration:
6 semesters
Course Start:
Winter semester
Restrictions:
With NC
1
Apply now!
Put together your degree programme now
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