The Master’s Degree in Sports Training and Nutrition is aimed at graduates or postgraduates in Physical Activity Sciences, diplomates in nutrition, diplomates in Physical Education Teaching, graduates in Medicine, and diplomates in Physiotherapy or Nursing. Other university graduates with (accredited) experience in the subject may also enrol if they pass the selection process.

The objective of this master’s comprehensive training programme is to prepare you to:

• Schedule training plans in the short, medium and long term in different contexts.
• Manage devices for analysis of human movement and training control.
• Plan diets and natural supplementation.
• Conduct performance and body composition assessments.
• Carry out research and conduct scientific enquiries.
• You shall acquire specialised knowledge about the most avant-garde training methods, the latest trends in sports nutrition and natural ergogenic aids to improve sports performance. In addition, you’ll be able to train as a researcher by accessing the PhD in Physical Activity and Sports, certified by ANECA, at Universidad Europea de Madrid.
• You shall experience a practical work methodology that combines teamwork, attendance at seminars and individual work on campus facilities equipped with the most advanced technology.
• You shall complete a master’s thesis on an area related to research or the professional field of your choosing.

Methodologies are extremely diverse and depend on the module and professor. Some of the methodologies you shall come across include:

• The Case Method
• Cooperative Learning
• Problem Based Learning (PBL)
• Project Based Learning
• Masterclasses
• Simulation Environments
• Learning Based on Workshops/Laboratory Lessons

Upon completion of your studies, you shall possess the scientific knowledge needed to investigate, plan, prioritise and properly schedule physical workloads and impart appropriate nutritional advice for athletes of different ages and performance levels.

The aim of this course is for students to receive a comprehensive training which shall prepare them to:

• Programme short-, medium- and long-term training plans in various contexts.
• Handle devices for analysing human movements and monitoring training.
• Prepare natural nutritional and supplemental diets, combined with timing intake.
• Carry out performance and body composition assessments.
• Carry out scientific research and development.

Develop the professional network you need to succeed by networking with our international teaching staff, diverse student body and the leading professionals you’ll meet at numerous events throughout the year.

A range of exciting professional internships are made available to you so you can acquire the skillset needed to thrive in the sports industry.

The professional opportunities linked to this specialisation are linked to sports training and nutrition. The student will have the opportunity to develop professionally in any of the following areas of action:

• Physical trainer in sports teams and / or clubs.
• Personal trainer.
• Coach.
• Nutritionist Advisor.
• Physical-sports service companies.
• Fitness / wellness chains.
• Clubs and Federations.
• Analysis of the sports competition