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EdM Motor Learning and Control at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

An advanced master's in Movement Science and Education for in-depth study of motor learning and control, covering behavioral, biomechanical and neural bases of skill acquisition and performance across the lifespan, including movement disorders.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Biobehavioral Sciences (Motor Learning and Control)  |  Duration: 60 points; 12 to 18 months full-time beyond a master's degree, or 2 to 3 years part-time  |  Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Lecture and laboratory courses on theory and research, clinical or educational skill development in labs and fieldwork, research training, seminars, cross-university electives, and a final applied or laboratory research project.

Career pathways

Suited to applied fields such as dance, Pilates, physical and occupational therapy and coaching; stepping stone to medical, PT, OT or doctoral study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; English proficiency exam results if applicable; two letters of recommendation; $75 application fee. Deadlines: Spring Nov 15; Summer and Fall Jan 15 priority, Jun 1 / Jul 1 final (2027 entry).

Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall

Duration: 60 points; 12 to 18 months full-time beyond a master's degree, or 2 to 3 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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