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Study load: what to expect

The Master Sport Business & Leadership is a full-time, intensive programme. Each week includes around 20 contact hours and at least 20 hours of self-study and project work. Expect a demanding schedule, especially around deadlines. On this page, you'll find what your weekly workload looks like.

Contact time

As a student in the Master’s programme, you will have approximately 20 contact hours per week. During these hours, you will engage in various activities, including:

  • Lectures and seminars
  • Coaching sessions
  • Feedback and group discussions

Attendance is strongly recommended to successfully complete the programme on time.

  • One contact hour equals 50 minutes of instruction.
  • Over the course of the year, you are expected to complete a total of 1,680 study hours (equivalent to 60 ECTS credits).

Self-Study

In addition to the contact hours, you are expected to spend around 20 hours per week on:

  • Working on projects and research with your client
  • Completing assignments
  • Preparing for lessons and exams through self-study

Please note: these hours are indicative and represent the minimum effort required to complete the programme. The Master Sport Business & Leadership is an intensive, full-time programme. At busy times (e.g. near deadlines), you may need to dedicate additional hours to self-study and group work.