Exercise as Medicine
Umeå UniversityUmeå, Sweden
Fee for international students
- Intakes
- Not published
- Duration
- 0.5 years
Programme facts
- Level
- Master's
- Duration
- 0.5 years
- Language of teaching
- English
- Study mode
- online
- Credits
- 8 ECTS
- Intakes
- Not published
About this programme
The course provides an in-depth understanding of how exercise and physical activity affect health and specific medical conditions. The course focuses on three main areas: A. Individualized Exercise Programs for Specific Health Conditions The course includes the development and implementation of evidence-based exercise programs for individuals with cardiovascular diseases, metabolic disorders (e.g., diabetes), cancer, and asthma. Students learn to tailor exercise based on the individual's health status, medical guidelines, and physiological conditions. B. Physiological and Biochemical Mechanisms Behind the Effects of Exercise The course explores the effects of exercise at the cellular and systemic levels, focusing on muscle metabolism, hormonal responses, inflammatory processes, and the immune system. Students gain an understanding of how these mechanisms contribute to health and recovery in various disease states. C. Public Health Strategies and Behavior Change The course addresses strategies to promote physical activity at the societal level, including policy development, implementation, and behavior change methods. It discusses how physical activity can be promoted through public health strategies to reduce the prevalence of lifestyle-related diseases. Your message goes to Infocenter, and they’ll make sure it gets to the right person – so you get the best and most relevant reply.
Entry requirements
- Prerequisites
- A completed Bachelor's degree
