Behavioral and Movement Sciences Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Overview

About the programme

The Faculty of Behavioral and Movement Sciences at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam contributes to a better understanding of the way in which behaviour and movement come about and how these can be influenced, so that physical and mental health are promoted and performance is being improved.

Education and research within the faculty are aimed at this broad objective and thus make a recognizable contribution to the VU-wide theme Human Health and Life Sciences. To this end, the faculty has expertise in genetics, motor skills, effort, perception, cognition, emotion, learning and social interaction.

Much attention is paid to the effects of training, treatment, counseling, upbringing and education on the behavior of healthy people and people with a physical or mental condition.