About the Program
The aim of the sports teaching degree program is to impart basic knowledge and skills in the scientific and didactic areas of sport so that students can demonstrate these at a high level of performance and apply them in the classroom. The didactics of sport and the teaching of sport are of particular importance. The program is offered at the Institute of Sport and Sport Science at the University of Kassel, where each semester around 80 specialist and didactic courses are offered in the following areas: Education and Teaching, Psychology and Society, Training and Movement as well as Theory and Practice of Sports.
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The aim of the sports teaching degree program is to impart basic knowledge and skills in the scientific and didactic areas of sport so that students can demonstrate these at a high level of performance and apply them in the classroom. The didactics of sport and the teaching of sport are of particular importance. The program is offered at the Institute of Sport and Sport Science at the University of Kassel, where each semester around 80 specialist and didactic courses are offered in the following areas: Education and Teaching, Psychology and Society, Training and Movement as well as Theory and Practice of Sports.
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How do I apply to Sport at Universität Kassel?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Sport at Universität Kassel
Is Sport at Universität Kassel taught in German or English? ▼
This Other programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Sport programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Sport at Universität Kassel? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Sport? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Universität Kassel — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.