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With the double degree in CAFYD and Physiotherapy in Malaga you will be part of the best-prepared pool of professionals for the sports industry. It is committed to a multidisciplinary approach, integration of new technologies, professional certifications and internships in leading entities such as Málaga CF, Unicaja, GoFit or national sports federations. Only UAX includes your mandatory stress test + full functional assessment report.
With the double degree in sport and physiotherapy in Malaga you will be trained thanks to a programme designed based on the new demands of the sport and health sector, so that you obtain a complete and updated profile.
Our graduates are sought after for their intense practical training and mastery of technology, with a 95% employability rate.
Take the plunge and become part of the generation of professionals best prepared in health and sport.
You will learn all the knowledge related to both the health and sports sectors. This programme is also designed to train you through mobility and student exchange programmes, to offer you a diverse and pluralistic education.
DOUBLE DEGREE SYLLABUS CAFYD + PHYSIOTHERAPY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module: Subject/Subject | Character | ECTS | Timeframe |
FIRST COURSE | |||
| Individual Sports | OB | 12 | Annual |
| Collective Sports I | OB | 9 | Annual |
| General Physiotherapy | OB | 15 | Annual |
| Applied Computer Science | OB | 3 | 1º |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I | FB | 6 | 1º |
| Systematics and Kinesiology of Exercise | FB | 6 | 1º |
| Locomotor system | FB | 6 | 1º |
| Anatomy and Physiology II | FB | 6 | 2º |
| Combat Sports | OB | 6 | 2º |
| Applied Biophysics | FB | 6 | 2º |
| Psychology | FB | 6 | 2º |
SECOND COURSE | |||
| Communication and Professional Development | FB | 9 | Annual |
| Collective Sports II | OB | 10 | Annual |
| Exercise Physiology | FB | 6 | Annual |
| Biomechanics | FB | 6 | Annual |
| Special Physiotherapy I | OB | 18 | Annual |
| Basic Physical Education and Motor Games | OB | 6 | 1º |
| Physical activity and sport for people with disabilities | OB | 3 | 1º |
| Introduction to physiotherapy research and critical analysis | FB | 6 | 1º |
| Communication in Foreign Language I | OB | 6 | 2º |
| Statistics and data analysis for research | FB | 6 | 2º |
| History of Olympism, Physical Activity and Sport | FB | 6 | 2º |
THIRD COURSE | |||
| Medico-surgical conditions I | OB | 9 | Annual |
| Health-oriented Physical Activity | OB | 8 | Annual |
| Sports with implements | OB | 6 | Annual |
| New trends in Fitness Training | OB | 7 | Annual |
| Theory and Practice of Sports Training | OB | 12 | Annual |
| Teaching Physical Activity and Sport I | OB | 6 | 1º |
| Sport and Recreation | OB | 4 | 1º |
| Legislation, Public Health and Health Administration | OB | 9 | 1º |
| Physical Activity and Sport Education II |
| 3 | 2º |
| Integrated Physiotherapy I | OB | 6 | 2º |
| Injury prevention and first aid | OB | 4 | 2º |
| Clinical Stays I | PAE | 8 | Annual |
FOURTH COURSE | |||
| Physiotherapy in clinical specialities I | OB | 8 | Annual |
| Functional evaluation of physical and sporting performance | OB | 6 | Annual |
| Sports Planning and Management | OB | 6 | Annual |
| Sports Facilities and Equipment | OB | 3 | 1º |
| Physical Activities in Nature | OB | 4 | 1º |
| Integrated Physiotherapy II | OB | 6 | 2º |
| Corporal Expression and Dance | OB | 4 | 2º |
| External Academic Practices I | PAE | 9 | Annual |
| TFG | TFG | 8 | Annual |
FIFTH YEAR | |||
| Medico-surgical conditions II | OB | 9 | Annual |
| Special Physiotherapy II | OB | 20 | Annual |
| Physiotherapy in clinical specialities II | OB | 14 | Annual |
| CLINICAL STAYS II | PAE | 32 | Annual |
| TFG | TFG | 8 | Annual |
OPTIONAL | |||
| Choreographic activities and physical conditioning with musical support | OP | 3 | 1º |
| Sport specialisation (Choose a sport) | OP | 7 | Annual |
| Sports Nutrition | OP | 4 | 2º |
| Sport Mastery (sport chosen in Sport Specialisation) | OP | 12 | Annual |
| Complementary therapies in physiotherapy | OP | 3 | 1º |
| Health emergencies | OP | 3 | 1º |
| Modern Language II | OP | 6 | 1º |
| Orthotics and Prosthetics | OP | 6 | 1º |
| Biofeedback techniques | OP | 3 | 1º |
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*Character: BT: Basic Training, Ob: Required, Op: Optional
The Double Degree in Sport and Physiotherapy has the Career Services where we provide you with everything you need to carry out your internships and institutions, to encourage contact with the professional world right from the start.
UAX has more than 100 internship agreements with leading sports clubs and organisations, hospitals and physiotherapy centres:
In the Double Degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences and Physiotherapy at UAX Mare Nostrum, we give importance to practical and quality training, therefore, we have both reference facilities in the sports field and specialised laboratories.
You will learn in modern facilities equipped with state-of-the-art material, both on our campus in Malaga and thanks to our collaboration with the main sports schools and facilities in the locality, thanks to our internal agreements with the main players in our local sector, such as the Ciudad Jardín Sports Centre, Ciudad de Malaga Athletics Stadium and INACUA.
You will have access to the Anatomy laboratory, where students have anatomical models of the organs and systems of the human body. It is also equipped with audiovisual teaching assistance systems with abundant graphic material related to the morphology, structure and function of the human body.
There is also a multi-purpose physiotherapy room, a large, adaptable space designed for various therapeutic activities. It has stretchers, exercise and rehabilitation equipment, as well as areas for manual work, therapeutic exercise and functional techniques. Its flexible layout allows it to cater for different clinical needs and patient groups.
Only UAX includes the compulsory stress test and the full functional assessment report in your entrance exams.
The stress test is indicative of physical fitness, not selective:
Estimated duration 45'.
Functional assessment.
Candidates will receive a personalised report on their physical condition.
Language test, non-selective
Admission process ranking
Academic record: 70%.
Competence test: 20%.
Motivational letter: 5%.
Language test: 5% Language test: 5% Language test: 5% Language test: 5% Language test: 5% Language test: 5% Language test
Only UAX includes in your entrance exams to this university degree the compulsory stress test + full functional assessment report.
As you know, one of the requirements to access the degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences at any private university is to present the results of a stress test signed by a doctor. Normally this certificate can be obtained in specialised centres, but at UAX we save you this procedure, providing you with an exhaustive functional assessment report made up of the following:
Come and take the entrance tests and we will give you the results* together with your letter of admission. This not only saves you time, but also gives you valuable information about your performance and potential to start a career towards professional success.
Are you joining us? Start your admission process now.
*The results report submitted with your admission letter has no legal validity. The official legal certificate signed by the doctor will be given to you when you enrol.
The graduate in CAFYD and Physiotherapy:
The Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio Mare Nostrum promotes the international mobility of its own and host students through the International Relations Office (ORI).
Through agreements with universities in Europe, America and Asia, students can carry out academic stays abroad or study at UAX Mare Nostrum.
The ORI coordinates the mobility calls, the academic and administrative support, the welcome days, the accommodation support and the offer of Spanish courses, guaranteeing the academic recognition in accordance with the current regulations.
In addition, students can access different financial aid to facilitate their participation in exchange programmes.
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.
The double degree in Physical Activity and Sport Sciences (CAFYD) and Physiotherapy allows you to become a complete professional in the field of sport and health. You will combine knowledge of sports performance with the ability to prevent, treat and recover from injuries. At UAX Mare Nostrum, you will be trained with a practical approach from day one, working on both training and clinical intervention, in specialised facilities and accompanied by active professionals. Discover what it's like to study this double degree through the academic vision and experience of our students.
A reference cloister
Our teaching team combines academic training of excellence with practical experience in sport, health and physical performance, guaranteeing teaching oriented towards professional practice.
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 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.
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.
Diploma in Physiotherapy and Master's Degree in International Health from the University of Malaga. PhD student in Health Sciences in the Biomechanics and Chronic Musculoskeletal Processes research group. Specialist in manual therapy and osteopathy, certified in Functional Movement System (FMS). Physiotherapist for Unicaja Basketball since 1997 and member of the Chair of Health and Pain at the University of Malaga.
Graduate in Physiotherapy from the CEU San Pablo University in Madrid and Master in Manual Therapy from the University of Alcalá de Henares. PhD student in Health and Sport at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid, she has more than 10 years of clinical experience, seven of them at the Hospital QuirónSalud Madrid as rehabilitation coordinator, and at the UAPO Foundation, specialising in oncological physiotherapy and recovery after breast cancer surgery.
Graduate in CAFYD, graduate in physiotherapy and Master in Sports Performance from the University of Barcelona. 9 seasons as part of the first team basketball medical team at Futbol Club Barcelona, 3 years in the department of physical preparation and physiotherapy CAR Sant Cugat, among others.
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.
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.
PhD in Psychology with a Master's degree in Health Psychology and specialist in Contextual Therapies. With more than 10 years of teaching experience in international universities and teacher training, he combines clinical practice as a health psychologist with research, authoring articles in international journals and co-authoring book chapters, as well as participating in conferences and scientific committees.
Graduate in Physiotherapy from the Alfonso X el Sabio University, specialising in neuromusculoskeletal pain and therapeutic exercise. He combines clinical practice with teaching and dissemination in courses, masters and national and international congresses, and is the author of the book Joder, cómo duele! (Arpa, 2025).
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.
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:
At UAX Mare Nostrum, we train sports professionals who live sport. Here, your passion and your future move forward together.
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