New Master in Dortmund: Data Science for Sport and Health!

New Master in Dortmund: Data Science for Sport and Health!

The need for data-based solutions in the areas of sports and health is growing rapidly. Current developments show that new technologies are revolutionizing the collection of detailed data. This is used not only by professional teams analyzing training data to improve performance, but also by insurance companies testing customer interactions with health care programs. Given these trends, the introduction of a new master's degree program is seen as a crucial step to meet the needs of the industry. The Technical University of Dortmund is launching the master’s program “Data Science in Sports and Health”, an initiative run by tu-dortmund.de was significantly initiated.

The content of the course is designed to promote interdisciplinary skills and includes a combination of data science, sports medicine, health sciences, and training and exercise science. With a duration of four semesters, the course specifically prepares students for international careers in specialist areas, healthcare providers and science. The management is the responsibility of junior professor Vahid Farrahi and Dr. Marcus Schmidt, the course coordinator. The program is the first of its kind in Germany and offers the opportunity to adapt to ongoing demand in the industry.

Interdisciplinary collaboration and practical experiences

Particularly noteworthy is the close collaboration between the Faculty of Arts and Sports Sciences and the Faculty of Statistics, which provides an essential basis for training. Students are prepared to acquire expertise in data analysis. In addition, emphasis is placed on improving interdisciplinary communication skills, which is essential for the future of work in these fields. Practical experience in data collection and the application of statistical methods to large data sets is acquired during the course, which prepares graduates well for the challenges of the labor market.

The program is taught in English, which underlines its international character and opens up additional career opportunities for graduates. The accreditation of the course is in the final phase and should be completed by the end of June 2025. According to the information from das-wissen.de It is expected that the course can start in the winter semester of 2025/2026.

Application information and admission requirements

Interested students have the opportunity to subscribe to a mailing list on the TU Dortmund University website to receive current information about the degree program. The application modalities stipulate that Bachelor graduates in relevant disciplines can submit their applications via the campus portal. International students with EU citizenship apply to the International Office, while non-EU students must apply via uni-assist. This new master's degree program not only represents a response to the growing demand in the industry, but is also an innovative step in the further development of training opportunities in the areas of sport and health.