Academic Studies and Courses
Master Program
M.A. in International Sport Development and Politics
The English-language M.A. program “International Sport Development and Politics” offers an innovative, interdisciplinary, and international program of study at the German Sport University Cologne. Through a research-driven approach, it imparts in-depth knowledge and methods for understanding the political, social, cultural, and economic dimensions of sports and physical activity cultures.
Module Responsibilities
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Modules for the M.Sc. in Sports Management (SMA)
"International Sports Governance" module, consisting of: "Introduction to European and International Politics," "International Sport Systems," and "European Integration, Common Market, and Sport" | Module Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Karen Petry
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Modules for the Bachelor of Arts in Sports and Physical Activity Instruction in Recreational and Mass Sports (SBV)
SBV2 - Advanced Project Seminar SBV3 - Management and Organization in Sports SBV3 - Sports and Association Policy SBV9.21. - Project and Event Management in Practice | Module Coordinator: Prof. Dr. Jürgen Mittag
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Jean Monnet Courses
The Jean Monnet Chair promotes a deeper understanding of the European Union through the Jean Monnet Lectures on Sport Politics. This lecture series brings together distinguished speakers from academia, politics, and the sport sector in Germany and abroad, alongside experts from the German Sport University Cologne, to discuss current issues at the intersection of sport and politics. Topics include sport policy, sport in national and regional contexts, and the opportunities and challenges associated with major sporting events.
The Jean Monnet Lectures on Sport Politics are offered both as guest lectures within existing degree programmes and as a dedicated lecture series held each winter semester. They provide students with valuable insights into current developments, encourage dialogue with leading experts and practitioners, and foster a critical understanding of contemporary issues in sport politics from both academic and practical perspectives.
We warmly invite students, colleagues, and all those interested in sport and politics to attend the lectures and take part in the discussions.
Recent Lectures
- 09.01.2026
Carolin Stangier, BNE und Klimabildung in der Sportpraxis
- 12.12.2025
Prof. Dr. Marion Keim (University of the Western Cape, South Africa): The Western Cape Network in SDP - 14.11.2025
Prof. Dr. Louis Moustakas (FH Kufstein Tirol): Recent Developments in “Sport and Employability" - 07.11.2025
Prof. Dr. Oscar Mwaanga (University of London): Understanding Decoloniality in Sport for Development: Unpacking Concepts and Unmasking Hidden Mechanisms - 03.06.2025
Richard Giulianotti (Loughborough University), The European Sport Model and the Challenges of European Sport Governance - 26.05.2025
Carolin Stangier, Klimabildung durch Sport - 29.01.2025
Jens Sejer Andersen (International Director, Play the Game), ClearingSport: How can we put an end to corruption and crime in sport? - 24.01.2025
- Shahzad Nawaz, The NGO Karachi United in Pakistan
- 22.01.2025
Thilo Zimmermann, European Republicanism & European Integration Theories - 17.01.2025
Eva Jacobi (DFB/ FIFA) - 15.01.2025
Giovanni Di Cola (International Labour Organization), Sporting Mega Events in a Changing Global Society? Navigating Shifts and Challenge
Complementary Course "International Sports Policy and Development Cooperation"
The goal of this module is to teach and help students acquire a basic understanding of the structures and key players in sports policy. Particular attention is given to the international context of sports and the role of sports in development cooperation.
Summer School | Sports in China and Europe
Annual summer schools for Chinese sports scholars: We provide in-depth knowledge of European sports systems, management, and sports development. The program combines theory with practice and offers insights into study opportunities at the German Sport University Cologne.
Lecture schedules
Prof. Dr. Jürgen Mittag
TDM3 Theories and Intercultural Approaches in Tourism Studies
Tue, 8:15–10:00 a.m., SR95
PE 1.14 Current Issues in International Sports Policy
Tue, 12:15–1:45 p.m., Hö05 (Hockey-Judo Center)
BAS2 Sports Policy and Sports Economics
Tue, 2:00–3:00 p.m., Hö01
DEV3/SMA1 European Integration, the Common Market, and Sport
Wed, 8:00–10:00 a.m., SR50
DEV7 Advanced Research Techniques and Research Project
Wed, 12:30–15:45, SR13
SBV3 Sports and Association Policy
Wed, 4:00–5:45 p.m., SR13
Subject-Specific Research Colloquium—Sports Development and Leisure Research
May 8 and July 10, 3:00–8:00 p.m. each day, SR96
Prof. Dr. Karen Petry
TDM3 Current Social Theories and Megatrends
Tue, 10:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m., SR95
DEV7 Advanced Research Techniques and Research Project
Wed, 12:30–15:45, Room SR13
DEV8 - Theories and Concepts of Sport for Development
Thu, 10:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m., Hö05
Sally-Ann Jennifer Fischer
PE1.14 - Sport and Development
Wed, 2:15–4:00 p.m., Room 64
Dr. Till Müller-Schoell
SBV9.21. - Project and Event Management in Practice
Tue 9:45–11:30 a.m., SR97
SBV3 - Management and Organization in Sports
Fri 8:00–9:45 a.m., Hö2
SBV2 - Advanced Project Seminar
Fri, 11:45 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Room 50
Dr. Maximilian Seltmann
PE1.14 - Fundamentals of Sports Policy
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Prof. Dr. Jürgen Mittag
TDM3 - Sociopolitical and Sociocultural Aspects of Tourism and Leisure
: Trends and Perspectives in Tourism: Mass Tourism in Transition
Tue, 10:45–11:45 a.m., Room 14, Track and Field Facility
BAS2 - Sports Policy and Sports Economics (with Prof. Dr. C. Breuer)
Tue, 2:00–3:00 p.m., Room 01, Main Building
DEV3 - Introduction to European and International Politics: Europe and the International System between Transformation and Disruption
Wed, 8:30–10:15 a.m., Room 03, Main Building
DEV10 - Comparative Approaches to International Sport Politics
: Comparing Systems, Structures, and Outcomes
Wed, 2:15–4:00 p.m., SR 96 Nawi-Medi
DEV1 - Political Aspects
: Fundamentals & Disciplinary Approaches to Sport Development: The Politics of Sport Development
Wed, 4:00–5:45 p.m., Room 05, HJZ
Prof. Dr. Karen Petry
Sport
as a Cultural Phenomenon Wed, 12:30–14:15, Room 96 Nawi-Medi
DEV3 - National Sport Systems and Policies
Thu, 1:30–3:15 p.m., Room 64 (SR Container)
DEV8 - Fields of Action and Implementation
Fri, 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Room 15 Track and Field Facility
DEV8 - Role of NGOs, Governments, the UN, and International Bodies
Fri, 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Room 15, Track and Field Facility
Dr. Till Müller-Schoell
TDM5 - Tourism Research
Mon, 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., Room 96, Natural Sciences and Media
TDM5 - Basic Research Methods
Mon, 10:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., Room 96, Natural Sciences and Media
SBV3 - Management and Organization in Sports
Wed, 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m., Room 02, Main Building
DEV1 - Theories and Key Works in the Social Sciences
Wed, 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Room 02, HJZ
SMA1 - National Sports Systems and Policies
Thu, 2:00–3:45 p.m., Room 92, Natural Sciences and Media
SBV3 - Sports and Association Policy
Fri, 12:15 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., SR 62 SR Container
Dr. Maximilian Seltmann
DEV10 - Global Governance and International Relations of Sport Governing Bodies
Wed, 9:45 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Room 96, Nawi-Medi
DEV2 - Applied Research Techniques and Methods
Thu, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Room 64, SR Container
DEV12 - Simulation Games and Project Management
Thu, 2:45–4:30 p.m., Room 61, SR Container