Virtual campus access
malaga

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD)

Train in the CAFYD degree with the best teachers in sport and in state-of-the-art sports facilities. You'll benefit from a multidisciplinary approach, integration of new technologies, professional certifications and internships in leading organisations such as Málaga CF, Unicaja, GoFit and national sports federations.

Up to 40% tuition assistance
Start September
Length Credits 4 years / 240 ECTS
Language Spanish
Modality Campus-based
Campus Málaga / Madrid

Be part of the new talent that the sports industry is looking for with the Degree in CAFYD Malaga.

The Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD), also known as INEF, has been offered on campus in Malaga since the 25-26 academic year.

At UAX we maintain a close relationship with leading companies, clubs and organisations in the sports sector. This allows us to train future professionals with the theoretical and practical knowledge, as well as the specific skills demanded by the market in areas such as sports training, management, high performance, applied technology, teaching, research and entrepreneurship.

Our practical, professionally-oriented academic programme includes exclusive opportunities:

  • Practical training from the start: more than 60% of the contents are designed to apply your knowledge in real situations, developing versatile skills adapted to the demands of the sector.
  • Alliances with leading sports institutions: all students are guaranteed places for professional internships and experiences in leading sports organisations, such as Málaga CF, the Andalusian Sailing Federation, GoFit, the Andalusian Golf Federation and Unicaja.
  • Cutting-edge facilities: at the Malaga campus, you will have the cutting-edge facilities necessary for the practice and training of your sporting skills, thanks to the dedicated spaces on our campus, as well as our agreements with local facilities, such as the Ciudad Jardín Sports Centre, the Ciudad de Málaga Athletics Stadium or Inacua, among others.
  • Master classes: you will be able to attend master classes from our main educational partners, such as Málaga CF or the Basketball Supercup, participating in projects outside the university environment.

Discover an education that prepares you to stand out in the sports industry and achieve your professional goals.

In addition, you have the option of completing your training with a double degree in Physiotherapy and CAFYD ideal for broadening your skills in the field of sport.

"We are proud to develop talent through academic excellence, disruptive learning and a connection to the professional world".

Luis Couceiro, Rector of UAX Mare Nostrum

Information about the Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD) in Málaga

Your future begins in Malaga

The Malaga Campus combines a modern and collaborative environment with access to state-of-the-art resources, offering you the best academic and professional experience.

In addition, studying in Malaga allows you to enjoy a city open to talent, with a powerful health and scientific ecosystem on the rise, and multiple professional opportunities in Andalusia, Spain and internationally.

Partnerships with benchmark institutions in the sports sector

Studying CAFYD in Malaga will allow you to be connected to the city's reference centres and to have an international projection.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Become a UAXMaker

Within the UAX Maker educational model, practice is not a complement: it is the central axis. An example of this is the participation of our students from the Degree in Physiotherapy and CAFYD in the Malaga Half Marathon, where they offered assistance to the runners, putting their knowledge into practice in a professional and dynamic environment.

"Sport has the power to change the world. It inspires, brings people together and speaks to youth in a language that everyone understands".

Nelson Mandela

The Bachelor's Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD) prepares you to turn your passion for sport into a profession with multiple opportunities. From training and sports performance to health and management, you will acquire a complete education with a scientific and practical base. At UAX Mare Nostrum, you will learn in specialised sports facilities and with an applied approach from day one. Discover what the degree is like through the academic vision and experience of our students.

A reference cloister

You will learn alongside active professionals and teachers with extensive experience in sport, physical activity and health, who will guide you in your academic and professional development.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Alicia Salas Morillas

Head of Studies

PhD Cum Laude in Education, Sport and Health from the University of Vigo, researcher in the CTS 171 Group at the University of Granada and Head of Studies in Physiotherapy and CCAFyD at the University Alfonso X el Sabio. Her research focuses on acrobatic gymnastics, health, sports performance and body image, with numerous international publications. A former national team gymnast, she combines academic and sporting experience with the management of educational innovation projects and the promotion of inclusive and evidence-based physical education.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Mónica Domínguez Moreno

Professor

Degree in Psychology from the Autonomous University of Barcelona, with a Master's degree in Psycho-oncology and in Bioethics and Law. She has more than 16 years of experience in Palliative Care and Psycho-oncology, forming part of the team at the Cudeca Foundation and the Virgen de la Victoria University Hospital. She has been a lecturer on the Master's Degree in Palliative Care at the University of Malaga and has been a speaker at national and international conferences, and has received recognition for her work in psychosocial care and health training.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Mª del Mar Grana

Professor

Degree in Medicine from the University of Malaga, with specialisation and Master's degree in Ophthalmology, and research stay at the Paul-Flechsig-Institut für Hirnforschung (Leipzig, Germany). With more than ten years of experience in the Andalusian Health System, she combines her clinical work with teaching at CESUR Malaga East and the University of Malaga as a clinical tutor and ECOE examiner.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Rosario Castro López

Doctor

PhD Cum Laude in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences, accredited by ANECA and with six years of recognised research. Expert in university teaching in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education and Master's Degree in Physical Education, she has participated in teaching innovation projects and international conferences. Her research focuses on Sport Psychology, with publications in JCR journals and contributions to international conferences, being a member of scientific committees and reviewer of several Sport Science journals.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

José Antonio Benítez Muñoz

Doctor

Doctor Cum Laude in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences from the Pablo de Olavide University, Graduate in CAFyD from the Polytechnic University of Madrid and Master in Physical and Sport Performance. He has carried out international research stays and has publications in high impact journals and presentations at conferences. His research focuses on exercise physiology, differences between men and women and load monitoring in team sports, combining teaching in undergraduate and master's degree courses and participation in the organisation of conferences such as the Strength Symposium.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Pablo Comino Marquez

Professor

Graduate in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (EADE), with a Master's Degree in High Performance in Sport (COE-UCAM) and a Master's Degree in Teacher Training (University of Malaga). National Athletics Instructor, with experience in physical preparation in football, athletics and sports centres. PhD student at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, with publications in high impact JCR journals in Sports Science.

Study the Double Degree in Sports Science and Physiotherapy

If you want to go further in the field of training and health, at UAX Mare Nostrum you can study the Double Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD) and Physiotherapy. This training combines knowledge of sports performance, physical preparation and training with the clinical skills necessary for the prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries.

Studying CAFYD and Physiotherapy will allow you to specialise in areas that are increasingly in demand, such as physical preparation, sports rehabilitation or work in clubs and high-performance centres.

Find out how to study the double degree CAFYD + Physiotherapy.

Combine your sporting career with your university education.

At UAX Mare Nostrum we understand the demands of an athlete's life and we know how important it is to be able to combine training and competitions with a quality university education.

For this reason, our federated and high performance sports students have specific facilities that allow them to advance in both paths without giving up either:

  • Priority in changing groups or shifts, to adapt schedules to training or competitions.
  • Academic justification for absences due to participation in official sporting events.
  • Personalised advice from the academic team to plan courses and internships in a flexible way.
  • Access to resources and sports facilities on campus, designed to promote their physical and technical development.

At UAX Mare Nostrum, we train sports professionals who live sport. Here, your passion and your future move forward together.

Meet the elite sportsmen and women studying at UAX

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Alejandro de Miguel

Golfista

Subcampeón del mundo de Golf para ciegos. Es el primer español en conseguir este trofeo.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Fran Garrigós

Judoca

Campeón del Mundo Junior en Judo. 6º en el ranking mundial. Miembro del Equipo Nacional desde 2008. Medalla de bronce en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Ana Pérez

Gimnasta

Miembro del equipo nacional de Gimnasia Artística y campeona de España en cuatro ocasiones. Participó en los Juegos Olímpicos de París 2024.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Estela García

Velocista

Velocista en los Juegos Olímipicos de 2016 (Río de Janeiro) 200m. Plusmarquista de España Absoluta de 4x100m.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Xabier Martín Mújika

Jugador de Rugby

Jugador de Rugby. Internacional español Sub18 tanto de XV como de 7’s.

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

Laura Martínez Abelenda

Judoca

Judoca Campeona de España Junior. Campeona de España Absoluta, Subcampeona de Europa Junior. Subcampeona del Mundo Junior 5º. Diploma Olímpico de Judo en París 2024.

Access and Admission to the CAFYD Degree in Malaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
01
We inform and advise you

The first step is to contact our team of advisers to determine the best way to start your professional career with us, you can also arrange a personal visit from Monday to Saturday and get to know UAX first hand.

Next step
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
02
Have you made your mind up?

Help us get to know you a little better by starting the admission process. You will need to upload the documents required for the application to our portal.

Previous step Next step
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
03
A little challenge to get things started

You will take several tests, including a language test, a knowledge test and a video in which you will answer two short questions. We also need some additional information to complete the registration.

Previous step Next step
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
04
Ya eres estudiante de UAX

Un estudiante que no espera a que alguien le ofrezca soluciones, sino que toma la iniciativa de investigar, aprender y crear por sí mismo. ¡Bienvenido!

Previous step
Next step

Complete your training with the Degree in Nutrition

The Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Malaga can be combined with the Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics to enhance your profile in physical performance, health and healthy lifestyle habits.

Discover the Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics in Malaga.

Do you want to know more? We inform you

All fields are required

Content related to the Degree in Physical Activity and Sports Sciences (CAFYD)

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

30 / 06 / 2025

Carreras relacionadas con el deporte: ¿Qué estudiar si te gusta el deporte?

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

30 / 06 / 2025

¿Cuál es el sueldo de un licenciado en Ciencias del Deporte y la Actividad Física (CAFYD)?

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

10 / 09 / 2025

Salidas profesionales de INEF (CAFYD)

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

25 / 06 / 2025

¿Qué estudiar para ser profesor de Educación Física? Guía completa

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

30 / 06 / 2025

Psicología Deportiva: qué es y para qué sirve

Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga

26 / 06 / 2025

Preparación mental en el deporte: Claves y ejemplo de Rafa Nadal

Other related qualifications

Discover the rest of the academic offer of UAX Mare Nostrum in Malaga.

Malaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Up to 40% tuition assistance

Degree in Physiotherapy

Start:

September

Length:

4 years

Degree in Physiotherapy Malaga
Malaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Limited places

Degree in Nursing

Start:

September

Length:

4 years

Degree in Nursing Malaga
Malaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Up to 40% tuition assistance

Degree in Pharmacy

Start:

September

Length:

5 years

Degree in Pharmacy Malaga
Malaga
Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences in Málaga
Limited places

Degree in Dentistry

Start:

September

Length:

5 years

Degree in Dentistry Malaga
Contact