Master in Adapted Physical Activity
Kaunas, Lithuania
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 2,900 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Adapted Physical Activity is tailored physical activity designed for individuals with special needs, such as disabilities, chronic illnesses or some other reason for lowered functional capacity which limit their participation in mainstream sports and physical activity. It requires instructors with specialized skills, knowledge and competencies to modify activities that enable participation, while ensuring accessibility and inclusion. Why is it worth trying this study program? Since 1996, this is a unique university study programme in Lithuania Sports University which offers specialized training in Adapted Physical Activity (APA), designed to develop skilled professionals who can lead and innovate in supporting individuals with diverse special needs. The program equips graduates with both theoretical and practical expertise to conduct research, design, and assess programs that foster empowerment and inclusion. Grounded in the latest international research and interdisciplinary approaches, the curriculum prepares students to address a range of psychomotor, ecological, and social challenges. It focuses on empowering people with special needs by promoting their independence, equal rights, and social participation. Graduates learn to apply evidence-based practices in creating and evaluating services, events, and projects that contribute to meaningful social change. The program aligns with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, preparing graduates to advocate for social policy reforms that enhance accessibility and inclusion. Through this comprehensive training, students emerge as leaders equipped to make impactful contributions within the fields of adapted physical activity and disability empowerment on both national and international levels.
Overview
- Language: English B2 level or IELTS 5.0/TOEFL 55
- Credits: 120 ECTS
- Begins: October
- Study type: Full-time
- Duration: 2 years
- Prerequisites: Bachelor’s degree in Sports, Rehabilitation/ Physiotherapy, Public health, Educology, Ergo therapy.
- Diploma: Master of Health sciences
Objectives
This is a unique university study program with the aim to train graduates in adapted physical activity (APA) who are capable to perform independent research, work as leaders and experts in the field of empowerment of persons with disabilities for pursuing independence, equal rights, and opportunities as well as advocacy in order to maintain an active, healthy lifestyle.
Competencies
- Ability to use advanced modern tools for testing and assessing biosocial and social functions, emotions and behavior, and physical capacity in persons with disabilities.
- Knowledge and understanding of the provisions of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and their application of persons and their application in terms of equal opportunities and social inclusion.
- Ability to critically evaluate and affect social policy in cases where discrimination or segregation of persons with disabilities is observed in society.
- Knowledge of strategies for the organization of inclusive physical activities for persons with disabilities and awareness about the possibilities for using them to sustain the physical condition of persons with disabilities through cross-sector collaboration.
Career Opportunities
The learning outcomes of successful graduates relate to working independently to conduct research and/or continue third-cycle studies, make decisions based on research results, assume researcher, the management or expertise responsibilities and establish themselves in the labor market (either as employed persons or employees). The potential employers of APA study program graduates are non-governmental organizations for people with disabilities, their branches, and day-care centers, public institutions of social protection, education and other departments who are required to implement international obligations in the areas of equal rights and opportunities for the country’s disabled people, as well as socially responsible private institutions in preparing and carrying out projects and activity programs and other organizational activities.