Professional profile:

Graduates of the Master’s in Physical Activity for Health from Fundación Universitaria María Cano will be qualified to work in public or private entities at national and regional levels that focus on health promotion and disease prevention. They will be able to participate in interdisciplinary teams in the field of physical activity sciences and perform the following functions:

• Develop epidemiological surveillance systems.

• Manage lifestyle research as a strategy for the creation of physical activity and health programs and projects.

• Propose public policies related to physical activity for health.

• Design action plans in physical activity for health.

• Assess special populations in diverse contexts.

• Use technology to monitor and develop physical activity for health programs.

• Participate in research in the field.

Addressed to:
Professionals in Physical Therapy, Nutrition, Medicine, Nursing, Physical Education, Recreation and Sports, or related fields.

Occupational profile

Graduates of the Master’s in Physical Activity for Health from Fundación Universitaria María Cano may take on the following roles:

• Coordinator and/or Leader of epidemiological surveillance programs.

• Coordinator of planning and design processes for physical activity and health care programs.

• Leader in the development and implementation of research, teaching, and innovation projects.

• Health professional working in interdisciplinary teams in the field of physical activity for health at any level.

• Specialist in physical activity-based interventions for different populations throughout the life cycle.

• Researcher in health promotion, maintenance, and disease prevention projects for governmental and non-governmental entities.

• University lecturer in higher education institutions offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in related fields.

Admission Requirements:

1. Complete the online application form.
2. Upload the following documents to the platform after completing the application form, one by one, in PDF format:
   • Copy of the Undergraduate Degree Certificate.
   • A legible copy of the identity document (enlarged).
   • A 3×4 photo with a light blue background.
   • Submit a resume with supporting documents of professional experience and employment certificates.
   • Letter of recommendation issued by a company, organization, or public or private entity.
   • Interview.
   • Letter of motivation for becoming a student in the Master’s program.

   Documents are not accepted physically unless required during the admission process.

3. Print the payment form for the application fee of $213.022 after completing the online application or make the payment via PSE.
4. Attend a virtual interview.

• Check the list of admitted students published on the institutional portal, admissions office.

The Foundation reserves the right of admission and to assign study schedules to applicants.