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About 40 junior researchers yearly receive their Ph.D. at the German Sport University in the diverse disciplines of sport science.

The German Sport University (GSU) confers the academic degree Ph.D. following the successful completion of the Ph.D. studies, a scientific dissertation and an oral examination.

For information about formal issues regarding your Ph.D. application, financing your Ph.D. or Ph.D. courses, please contact the Ph.D. Office (see contact).

The conferred degree options are:

• Ph.D. Exercise Science
• Ph.D. Natural Science
• Ph.D. Social Science

Ph.D. studies can be completed both in English or German language. The respective language requirements have to be fulfilled:

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• TestDaF TN4 certificate
• Telc C1 "Hochschule"
• TOEFL iBT ≥ 95 points
• IELTS British Council ≥ 7 points
• Cambridge C1 level

You would like to do your Ph.D. at the German Sport University, but you are lacking the financial support?

As a Ph.D. student you merely pay the semester fees amounting to approx. 330€ per semester. No further funding is provided by the German Sport University. You can find more information about costs and financing here .  

The German Sport University offers a number of internal research funds to support you. In addition you have the possibility to apply for external Ph.D. scholarships.

You can find more detailed information about our internal research funds as well as external financial support here.

In case of questions regarding financial support for your Ph.D. you can also adress the Research and Young Academics Team: Forschungsservicestelle.

The Department Gender and Diversity Management also offers a number of funding programmes to support researchers and parents in science. Further information can be found here .

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Phd programme “physical activity and health”.

The programme is integrated within the Graduate School of the Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Theology .

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What's the difference? Check out our  overview of the various ways to do your PhD in Germany  

Find your individual doctorate

The "traditional" or "individual" path to a PhD remains the most common in Germany. An individual doctorate involves a thesis or dissertation that is produced under the  supervision of one professor . This form of PhD study offers a great deal of  flexibility , but demands a high degree of  personal initiative  and responsibility.

How to find your PhD supervisor

In Germany there is no central admissions or selection office for doctoral students. Therefore, your first step is to find a suitable professor who is willing to be your supervisor.

One way to find a supervisor is to look for a university institute that matches your area of research. The following online search engines might help you find a suitable supervisor:

• GERiT – German research institutions GERiT is a website containing information on approximately 29,000 research institutions in Germany. GERiT allows the user to search easily by location or subject. It provides all the information needed to choose an institution at which to research, study or do a doctorate. www.gerit.org
• Finding a PhD position PhDGermany publishes PhD openings in Germany that specifically target international applicants. Accordingly, in most cases the working language is English. Fluent knowledge of German is only required for certain special positions. PhDGermany helps you find the right PhD opening or supervisor for your doctoral thesis and assists you with the online application process. www.phdgermany.de
• Higher Education Compass   This database provides up-to-date information from universities about doctoral opportunities in Germany. The search engine enables you to carry out targeted searches on the basis of departments, admission requirements and form of doctoral thesis. www.higher-education-compass.de

Furthermore,  your contacts with your professors or previous university  could help direct you to a suitable department or potential supervisor in Germany.

It is also helpful to attend  academic conferences  in your own subject area. There you will be able to exchange information and make contacts ­– and perhaps even find a future PhD supervisor.

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Structured PhD programmes in Germany are frequently very similar to the PhD programmes in English-speaking countries, in which a  team of supervisors  look after a  group of doctoral students . Around 12,000 doctoral students from abroad – roughly one in four – do their PhDs in structured programmes. As a rule, it is possible to complete a doctorate in four to five years.

Where to find your PhD programme

There is no central database of all structured PhD programmes in Germany. You can usually find these programmes directly through the respective universities, graduate schools or non-university research institutions. The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) database is also a good place to look. Here you will find a large number of PhD programmes that are specially aimed at international doctoral students.

International doctoral programme database

Are you interested in an international doctoral programme in Germany? This DAAD database presents a selection of roughly 230 international doctoral programmes in Germany. The database can be searched according to different criteria.  www.daad.de/international-programmes 

Doctoral programmes at universities

Many universities offer structured doctoral programmes, which they publicise on their websites. The Student Advisory Service or Graduate Centre at the respective university will also provide help here. You can find the relevant addresses using the Higher Education Compass provided by the German Rectors’ Conference. www.higher-education-compass.de

​​​​​​​DFG-funded research training groups

Research training groups are also funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (German Research Foundation, DFG) for a period of up to nine years. Their key emphasis is on the qualification of doctoral researchers within the framework of a focused research programme and a structured training strategy. www.dfg.de > Current Research Training Groups

Helmholtz Research Schools, Colleges and Graduate Schools

The Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organisation. In collaboration with various institutions of higher education, Helmholtz Association research centres have established structured PhD programmes under the auspices of Helmholtz Graduate Schools, Helmholtz Research Schools and Colleges.  www.helmholtz.de > PhD Candidates 

Leibniz Graduate Schools

The Leibniz Association connects 97 research institutes that conduct problem-oriented research and provide scientific infrastructure of national and international importance. Together with universities they run structured PhD programmes in Leibniz Graduate Schools. www.leibniz-association.eu > Leibniz Graduate Schools

International Max Planck Research Schools

The Max Planck Society specialises in innovative basic research and its institutes are able to offer up-and-coming researchers excellent infrastructure and support. The website lists the programmes available at International Max Planck Research Schools (IMPRS):  www.mpg.de > International Max Planck Research Schools  

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Where can I find out about requirements?

Application procedures  differ from programme to programme . The precise requirements and deadlines can be found on the website of the respective university, research training group or graduate school. You should therefore first choose a PhD programme and/or graduate school.

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A PhD in Physical Education is a doctorate that explores physical health at an in-depth level and is eager to broaden practical comprehension of the subject, connected with sports science and social science prospects. The doctorates provide postgraduates with skills in teamwork, proficiency in coaching, ability to conduct an investigation as well as to deal with new techniques of teaching.

What are the main duties of a PhD in Physical Education?

Doctorates accomplish a number of tasks which include stressing the priority of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, teaching classes in the courses/subject areas and engaging in the projects of the institution. PhD holders must also write and publish articles as well as provide apprentices with new data and approaches to educating.

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• Earth or Space Sciences
• Physics (typically has advanced class options)
• US Government
• World History
• Foreign Language, such as Spanish, French, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, and German
• Physical Education and Health
• Arts, such as Music, Photography, Drawing, or Ceramics
• Computer Applications, Graphic Design, or Web Design
• Cooking and other life skills
• Physical Education
• Trade field studies such as Auto Mechanics, Woodworking, or Nursing
• Personal Finance

School Subjects You Need to Graduate

Ideally, teens should start high school with a basic plan of the classes they will need to take to graduate. Every state has different requirements for obtaining a high school diploma, and each school varies greatly in what it offers to give kids a chance to fulfill them. Different schools also vary in the number of classes students take each year.

The school's guidance department can help students understand the graduation requirements and how their coursework aligns with them.

English language arts

Studying the English language and literature is an important part of high school for every student, regardless of their post-school plans. In addition to studying important pieces of literature, English classes teach teens about writing, reading, and speaking.

Most states require four years of English or language arts classes. Colleges require four years of English for admission. The main English classes in high school include:

Mathematics

In high school, students dig into several different types of math . Algebra and geometry are required at most high schools, and students may choose to take advanced math classes if they are offered.

Most states require three or four years of math coursework in high school. The main math classes in high school include:

Basic life sciences (biology) and physical sciences (chemistry and physics) are required at most high schools. These classes often include lab components that allow students to perform hands-on experiments.

Most states require two to three years of science coursework in high school. These may include:

• Biology (typically has advanced class options)
• Chemistry (typically has advanced class options)
• Earth or Space sciences

Social studies and history

Understanding the past and how the world works is important for young adults. In high school, students will study history and government and learn about how social studies affects their lives.

Most states require three to four years of social studies coursework in high school, including:

Foreign languages

Learning a second language is important in today's global world. While many high schools offer foreign language courses, only 11 states require students to take a foreign language course.  

High school students can fill these requirements by learning the basics of at least one foreign language. They may also be able to choose to take advanced classes to learn more.

Common languages offered in high school include:

• Mandarin Chinese

Other possible language offerings include Russian, Latin, American Sign Language, Arabic, and German.

Physical education and health

Physical education and health classes can teach high schoolers how to care for their bodies' fitness, health, and nutritional needs. These courses often touch on the following:

• Mental health
• Sexual health
• Making healthy choices about drugs, alcohol, and nicotine.

Many states require at least one unit of PE and health to graduate. Other states offer these subjects as electives.

School Subjects for College Preparation

Students planning to go to college should consider how colleges will look at their courses during the application process. Grade point average (GPA) is important, but coursework should also demonstrate academic rigor.

When planning, it can be helpful to balance standard high school courses with some that are more challenging. Additionally, students can do this—and even get a head start on college—by taking advanced placement (AP) or college-level classes.

AP classes are more rigorous courses that teach subjects at an introductory college level. Some of the most common AP courses that are available include:

• Calculus AB
• English Literature
• African American Studies

Students who take AP classes have the option to take an AP test in the spring. If they get a certain score, they can get credit for the course at many colleges.

College credit courses

Many high schools offer opportunities to gain college credit through various programs. Your child's academic advisor, teachers, or counseling department can inform them about such offerings.

These may be online or in-person classes through programs offered by colleges and universities, and a professor or a high school teacher may teach them. Dual-credit programs allow students to fulfill their high school requirements while obtaining some college credits free of charge.

School Subject Electives

In addition to the basic classes, there are usually plenty of opportunities to take electives in various areas of study. These can not only broaden a student's academic knowledge but also teach them valuable life skills and inspire their career aspirations .

In some cases, a student may be given the freedom to choose one class from a select group of options required in the school's curriculum. In others, a student may have room in their schedule to choose to study something simply based on their interests and goals.

Examples of elective classes may include:

• Arts, such as music, photography, fashion design, painting, theater, dance, or ceramics
• Computer applications, graphic design, or web design
• Student government
• Forensic science
• Physical education
• Sports medicine
• Trade field studies such as auto mechanics, welding, or nursing
• Personal finance or business

Students on a vocational track may be able to gain some hands-on learning in fields such as metalworks and woodworking. Many schools even offer the opportunity to gain certificates or licenses that will help them in their future careers .

Key Takeaways

Choosing high school classes requires planning both as a student enters school and throughout their high school experience. The right classes are challenging and engaging but not unrealistically rigorous or overwhelming.

An ideal schedule can help a student succeed, enjoy learning, and have a good academic experience while preparing them for their future plans , whatever they may be. Have your teen set up a meeting with their school counselor if they need any help.

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Here are the new Kansas high school graduation requirements, starting in fall 2024

For the first time in two decades, Kansas high schoolers will soon have new graduation requirements.

The Kansas State Board of Education voted Wednesday to approve the new minimum high school graduation requirements. They will go into effect with this fall's freshman class, meaning the graduating class of 2028. Older students will still operate under the old requirements.

The old graduation requirements had been in place since 2005 — before current high schoolers were born. The new requirements are the culmination of a multiyear effort that started with a task force in June 2021.

Here's what to know about the new Kansas high school graduation requirements :

Completing the FAFSA application

High school seniors will have to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Educators said that making the FAFSA a graduation requirement is intended to get students to take advantage of federal financial aid that they may not have known they qualified for had they not applied.

However, the graduation requirement can be satisfied by a waiver from the parents if they would prefer to not fill out the FAFSA. Superintendents could also exempt a student.

'Accomplishments' in 'postsecondary assets'

Before they may graduate, high school student must now complete "two or more accomplishments approved by the state board that demonstrate the pupil will be a successful Kansas high school graduate."

Educators said the new requirement in "postsecondary assets" was inspired by research that found "students are far more successful after high school if they have done something during their high school years other than sitting in a class."

Service projects, community service hours, youth apprenticeships and participating in athletics are among the options for fulfilling that graduation requirement. Other possibilities include obtaining an industry-recognized certification in  a career and technical education course , such as welding, completing college classes while in high school, becoming an Eagle Scout, earning a 4-H Key Award or being in Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps.

The 21 credit minimum

Kansas is not changing the required minimum of 21 total credits to graduate high school. However, most if not all of the state's 286 public school districts require more than the minimum.

English language arts

Four units of English language arts are still required, but now a semester of communications will be a required part of the curriculum.

Previously, communications was not mandated by the state to be part of English education. Educators indicated the change was inspired by business leaders complaining of poor communication skills of graduates.

English classes now must cover reading, writing, literature, grammar and communication.

Math, science and STEM

There is no change to the required three units of mathematics, which must include algebraic and geometric concepts.

There is no change to the required three units of science, which must include physical, biological and earth and space science with at least one laboratory course.

But there is a new required unit of advanced science, technology, engineering, advanced math or similar studies — also known as STEM. That class would be separate from the required math and science credits.

Educators indicated the STEM requirement was a response to businesses wanting employees with more STEM education.

History and government

There is no change to the required three units of history and government, which must include world history, United States history, U.S. government and concepts of economics and geography.

Physical education and health

Students will see their PE requirement cut from a full year to one semester. That's because the current requirement of one unit of physical education that includes health is now being split into to half credits of PE and health.

Schools could still choose to combine PE and health into a single yearlong course.

Educators said the change was in response to surveys where students and parents indicated that less PE was the most desired change.

Financial literacy

A half unit of financial literacy is a new requirement. The course will emphasize earning income, spending, saving, investing, managing credit and managing risk.

Republican lawmakers have previously pushed for such a graduation requirement, but their legislation never became law.

There is no change to the one required unit of fine arts, which may include art, music, dance, theater, forensics or similar studies.

The electives requirement is dropping from six units to four and a half. That's to account for the new requirements without increasing the minimum of 21 credits.

More: Kansas high school students could see these new graduation requirements starting this fall

Jason Alatidd is a Statehouse reporter for The Topeka Capital-Journal. He can be reached by email at [email protected]. Follow him on X  @Jason_Alatidd .

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At just 2 years old, Hannah Deese was admitted to MUSC for lifesaving surgery to repair two holes in her heart that had not self-repaired as doctors had hoped. This experience, and her consequential familiarity with different aspects of the medical field, set her dreams in motion. “I knew I wanted to be in people’s lives to help them get back to how they were previously living their lives before injury, before surgery,” said Deese. 

Today, Deese is the president of her graduating class in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at MUSC.

“It’s incredibly rewarding to see these tiny children that we operated on go on to live full, productive lives,” said Fred Crawford, M.D., former chairman of the Department of Surgery, who performed Deese’s surgery decades ago.

One of Deese’s most memorable moments as a student was studying in the seventh-floor atrium of University Hospital and realizing that, prior to renovations, it had been the play area in the former Children’s Hospital wing. It was a full-circle experience, realizing that the space she once recovered in was now among her favorite places to study. Photos of her as a child still hang on the walls. 

“I’ve seen several of my former patients go on to become health care providers, and I’m proud of each one of them, Hannah included,” said Crawford. “I offer Hannah my congratulations. I know she will do great things!”

According to her professors, as much as MUSC has left an impact on Deese, she’s also left a meaningful impact both here and in the communities she’s served. 

Although Deese doesn’t consider herself the type of person who seeks out leadership roles, she admits that she falls into that role often. 

“Hannah is always there for her classmates,” said Sara Kraft, DPT, professor and director of the Division of Physical Therapy. “She advocates for them and is a cheerleader trying to lift them up when they need it.”

In addition to being president of her class, Deese participates in several volunteer programs, including the CARES Therapy clinic, a pro bono student-run clinic that provides rehabilitation services to underinsured and uninsured patients in the Charleston community. 

One of her favorite programs to volunteer for has been Shots With a Spin, a wheelchair basketball tournament put on by third-year DPT students in support of Adaptive Expeditions. It’s an opportunity for students to have fun, raise money for a nonprofit and gain insight into what some of their patients might be experiencing. 

“Hannah has a service heart; she’s always willing to help where needed,” said Kraft. “She is always engaged, with a smile on her face, trying to have a positive impact on the communities she serves.”

Now that she’s graduating, Deese is looking forward to starting a career that she says has been a long time coming, where she can continue to learn, shape her skillset and make a difference. 

She plans to put her best-received piece of advice into practice: Do the basics well. 

 “The basics are what’s going to help our patients feel better,” she said. “A lot of what physical therapy is, in general, is detective work to find the biggest deficit. I think our program has done a great job of making sure we know them well.”

She’s particularly looking forward to treating more sports-specific patients after taking several sports electives taught by Stephanie McGowan, DSc, PT, assistant professor in the Division of Physical Therapy. Deese hopes to emulate McGowan’s style as she treats patients in the future. “She’s very passionate about what she does, fun to work with and energized,” said Deese. 

And according to McGowan, Deese already does. “She’s so approachable, and that made patients we worked with very comfortable,” said McGowan. “Hannah approaches everything with positive energy and a can-do attitude, which is going to serve her well as a PT.”

In one of her most recent clinical rotations, Deese had an experience with a young patient, a high school athlete, reinforcing her belief that she was on the right path. 

The student came in with a significant amount of pain in her hamstring. After an evaluation, Deese gave her a plan to incorporate into her daily routine to help to treat the injury. The next day, the student waved her down and said she felt immense relief and was even mad at herself for not seeking treatment sooner. 

“As a DPT student, you don’t always feel like you know what you’re doing, but that experience was very rewarding,” said Deese. “It makes you feel really good to know that what you’re doing is making a difference in people’s lives.” 

Beyond the patients she will eventually serve, Deese hopes to create a lasting impact in her profession by mentoring future physical therapists and students. She credits her mentors, both professors and the PTs she has met on her clinical rotations, with helping her to become the PT she wants to be. She hopes to pay it forward someday.

“Hannah is just awesome,” said McGowan. “She will be a great leader, motivator and eventual mentor to others in the field.”

To future DPT students, her advice is “Come! Go!” While she acknowledges that graduate school can feel daunting, due to the amount of studying, it’s been an invaluable experience for her.

“Yes, you do have to study a lot, but it’s about things that are extremely pertinent to what you want to do for the rest of your life. And our professors do a great job of making it as fun as possible,” said Deese.

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