Bachelor in Sport - Bachelor Vocational Teaching Profession

Heidelberg University, officially Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg and founded in 1386, is Germany’s oldest university and a global centre for research and scholarship. With a long tradition captured by its motto SEMPER APERTUS, the university pairs centuries of academic heritage with a forward-looking commitment to interdisciplinary research, academic freedom, and societal responsibility.

The university offers a comprehensive range of disciplines across humanities, law, social sciences, natural sciences, and medicine, supported by strong doctoral training and research-based teaching. With approximately 29,187 students and a substantial international community, Heidelberg fosters collaboration across fields and provides access to leading research institutes, enabling students to engage in cutting-edge projects and pursue advanced study in a rigorous academic setting.

Heidelberg city provides an inspiring backdrop of historic streets, cultural life, and a compact campus that encourages scholarly exchange and student involvement. Extensive academic support, international offices, and research opportunities help international students integrate and advance their careers. For students seeking a world-class research environment rooted in tradition yet focused on contemporary challenges, Heidelberg University offers unmatched depth, interdisciplinary opportunities, and a vibrant intellectual community.

The Bachelor in Sport - Bachelor Vocational Teaching Profession is a 3-year program at Heidelberg University for students interested in sports education and vocational teaching. It leads to a Bachelor of Science degree and focuses on sports science, movement, and health.

The curriculum covers movement and training, health, and sports therapy, with practical components that allow students to apply their learning in real-world settings. Students gain foundational knowledge from various scientific perspectives.

Graduates can work as physical education teachers, sports coaches, or health educators in schools, sports clubs, and health organizations, with skills that are transferable to diverse fields related to sports and education.