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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.

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Autumn 2026

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Campus | Day | 100%

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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Autumn 2026

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Campus | Day | 100%

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