Sport & Human Performance

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Explore sport and human performance post-grad at UO

Global leadership in sport and human performance education, research, and engagement

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Companies flock to Pacific Northwest

The Northwest is the birthplace of several sports apparel companies and many more have chosen to set their headquarters in our backyard. In addition to the big names, a large portion of companies in the sport and wellness industry in the area are small businesses, creating a strong culture of entrepreneurship.

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By the numbers

The sport and wellness industry plays a key role in Eugene, Bend, and Portland. According to the Portland Business Alliance's "The State of Sport" report, the industry drives:

130,000
jobs in the industry and jobs in other sectors the industry supports
$29B
in total economic output every year, including direct and indirect impacts
56%
growth compared to 21% growth of other sectors in the Greater Portland area
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Check out our post-grad programs

 

Master of Science Sports Product Management

Learn the business of creating sports and outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment through the lenses of global business, sustainability, and innovation.

Sports Product design

Use science and creative problem-solving methods to innovate products that push the boundaries of society and the field of sport.

MBA, Sports Business

An immersive, focused experience that blends classroom instruction with real-world practice. Blend classroom instruction with real-world practice to learn about sports sponsorships, marketing, merchandising, stadium financing, and more.

Bioengineering Phd

Bioengineering students at the Knight Campus have access to 13 independent faculty-led labs, ranging in focus from 3D printing and laser microfabrication to gene therapy, tissue regeneration, and polymer chemistry.

Human Physiology

Explore new ways to maintain or improve quality of life, development of new medical therapies and interventions, and charting the unanswered questions about how the human body works.

Prevention Science

A strengths-based program designed to promote health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities by learning how to reduce risk and enhance protective factors in children, youth, and families.

 

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Join industry leaders at UO

The Sport & Wellness initiative at the University of Oregon is advancing world-class innovative research. You'll find a culture of collaborative education and research that brings together disciplines across campus and industry partners. UO has a lot to offer students interested in pursuing a career in sport and wellness, including:

►  Sport and Wellness at UO
►  Academic and research opportunities
►  World Athletic Championships

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INDIA RECRUITMENT INITATIVE

The University of Oregon a has global reach and is proud to welcome Ducks from 90 countries, including India.

To learn more about the University of Oregon, contact our country manager, Urvashi Walia, who is based in India.

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