Exercise Science Germany

Earn credit towards your degree in Exercise Science and explore Germany!  Spend Spring Break in Germany examining the similarities and differences in US and German health and exercise science.  Earn 3 credits in Exercise Science and fulfill your JU Experiential Learning requirement!

This program offers JU students a unique opportunity to explore Germany with JU students as well as students from the University of West Florida, the University of Florida, University of Darmstadt (Germany) and University of Frankfurt (Germany.)  While on-site, students will engage in lectures, classroom activities and excursions related to Exercise Science and Health.  Each JU student will be paired with a student from Germany and will be responsible for a formal presentation.  Students will also have the chance to share information at an international research symposium hosted by the University of Darmstadt.

JU students participating in this program will welcome their German counterparts to campus later in the academic year, providing them with a similar experience to what they received while in Germany.  

This program is also unique as many of the on-site related expenses are covered by generous funding through the Carlo and Karin Giersch Foundation.  

Due to the competitive nature of this program and funding limitations, space is limited to 5 JU students.

Important Dates

Spring Course: January 9 - April 21, 2023 

Travel Dates: March 6 - 17, 2023
*Dates subject to change

Application and $500 Deposit Deadline: December 1, 2022

How to Apply

• Create your Traveler Account
• Search for JU Exercise Science Germany
• Submit $500 non-refundable deposit
  • Need help? Download online payment instructions

 

Apply Here

Course & Prerequisites

ES 487 Germany: International Perspective on Health and Exercise Science

• minimum GPA of 2.5
• Junior or Senior Standing
• Kinesiology Major or Kinesiology/Coaching Minor

Faculty Instructor

Dr. Mark Tillman, FACSM
Dean, Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences

Dr. Mark Tillman was appointed as the Dean of the Brooks Rehabilitation College of Healthcare Sciences on June 1, 2020 after gaining over 20 years of experience in higher education. Prior to his current appointment, he served as Dean of the Wellstar College of Health and Human Services at Kennesaw State University, Dean of Health and Human Services at Troy University, and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology and Health Promotion at Troy University. After his initial training in Engineering, he earned his doctorate in Biomechanics at the University of Florida. Dr. Tillman subsequently served as an Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at the University of Florida over a 13 year period. In his 21 years of University service, he has served as chair or dean for seven years, taught over 10,000 undergraduate students, served on over 100 graduate student committees, been named Teacher of the Year at the college level twice, and recognized nationally as a Distinguished Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. Dr. Tillman’s research is focused on lower extremity biomechanics and biomechanics for special populations. His interdisciplinary work has resulted in 80 refereed publications, 20 funded grants, and numerous scientific presentations. His specific leadership training includes participation in the Troy University Chancellor’s Fellows Program and National Association for Kinesiology in Higher Education Leader Development Workshops.

Program Cost

$500 + Airfare

Students will register & pay JU tuition for the Spring course.

Students will be responsible for cost of airfare + $500 non-refundable program fee.  

Flights

All program participants will fly together to Germany.  Specific flight instructions will be provided to all students.  Please DO NOT purchase airfare until you have received this information.  International airfare is estimated to be $1400 - $1800.

Unlike other study abroad programs, many of the on-site related expenses are covered by generous funding through the Carlo and Karin Giersch Foundation.  

Included in cost

• Pre-Departure & On-site Orientations
• Shared Accommodations in hotels/hostels
• Airport Pick-Up/Drop-Off
• Program related excursions and to cities throughout Germany
• 24/7 On-Site Support
• International Medical & Accident Insurance
• Academic lectures, visits and guest speakers

Not Included

• Roundtrip Airfare
• Meals
• Incidentals

Contact

Dr. Mark Tillman
mtillma3@ju.edu

Study Abroad & Away
abroad@ju.edu