Physical activity and healthy brain functions
7.5 Credits.
Full-time 100%.
The course provides an integrated overview of brain health and physical activity. It introduces fundamental concepts of brain structure and function and their relevance for cognition and mental well-being.
Autumn 2026
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Campus | Day | 100%
Education level
Bachelor's level
Study pace
100%
Teaching hours
Day
Teaching form
Campus
Start
Autumn 2026, week 49
Teaching language
English
Course syllabus
Physical activity and healthy brain functionsCourse manager
Rui WangCourse code
HBFYSA
Application code
GIH-26F44
Entry requirements
Anatomy and Physiology, 7.5 credits.
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About the course
Students gain an in-depth understanding of neuroplasticity and the biological mechanisms by which physical activity influences brain health, including changes in cerebral blood flow, neurotransmitter levels, and neural adaptations.
The course also covers key methods for assessing brain health, including questionnaires, cognitive testing, and brain imaging techniques (e.g., MRI). Through laboratory sessions, students engage in hands-on exercises examining both short- and long-term effects of physical activity on cognition, including test administration and group-based data collection.
Finally, the course highlights applications of physical activity interventions across different populations, including children, clinical populations, and older adults.
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