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Sports & Environment
Semester Program | 16 Weeks | Udayana University, Bali, Indonesia
Quick facts about our semester program.
Introduction: 1 Week
The semester program will be preceded by an introduction week to get to know the island of Bali and your fellow classmates.
Lectures: 15 weeks
Fifteen weeks full of of hands-on lectures at Udayana University, field trips all across Bali and cultural activites.
Language: English
Our lectures, which are held in English at Udayana University, will provide you with expertise and prepare you for various field trips.
Credit Points: 30 ECTS
During this 16 weeks study program you can be awarded with up to 30 ECTS credit points by Udayana University in Bali.
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What makes this program a great choice?
Bali offers far more than a classroom it’s where sport, environment, and culture meet in motion. Imagine studying human performance beside rice terraces, coral reefs, and volcano peaks. Here, learning happens on the field, in the water, and within communities that live in balance with nature.
The Sport & Environment Semester Program brings together sport science, ergonomics, and sustainability in one cohesive experience. You will train in surf and stand-up paddle sessions, practice movement analysis and recovery methods, and explore how cultural wisdom shapes physical resilience. Alongside local experts and Udayana University lecturers, you’ll connect theory with real practice from assessing posture and injury prevention to studying Tri Hita Karana and traditional healing systems.
With 30 ECTS, weekly field lectures, and a final capstone project, this program is designed for those who want to learn through movement, engage with community, and understand how sport can coexist with environmental and cultural sustainability.
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Semester dates, deadlines & program fees
Upcoming semester
Stay informed and plan your study abroad early! All important semester dates and schedules for the summer courses in Bali at a glance.
Semester fees
Find out now about the current tuition fees in Bali! There, you will find all relevant information about costs, payment options and possible discounts or scholarships.
The available modules of our Sports & Environment semester
During your semester abroad you can participate in six different modules that will make up your 30 ECTS. The program welcomes both undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as working professionals seeking academic credit, field-based research, or a hands-on semester experience abroad. No prior background in sport or environmental science is required just curiosity, adaptability, and a willingness to learn through practice.
Sport, Stability & Tradition
| 15 weeks | 5 ECTS | Mandatory
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Mandatory
Sport, Stability & Tradition
This module examines the biomechanics of human movement and the prevention of sport-related injuries while situating physical practice within Bali’s cultural context. Students study injury epidemiology, stability, and postural control through modern sport science and compare these frameworks with traditional Balinese practices, including Legong dance, yoga, and martial arts. Through a blend of lectures, field workshops, and practical training, students gain an integrated understanding of how body mechanics, cultural wisdom, and environmental conditions shape sustainable sport participation.
Duration: 15 weeks
Credits: 5 ECTS
Ergonomy & Human Factors in Sport
| 15 weeks | 5 ECTS
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Module 1
Ergonomy & Human Factors in Sport
This module introduces students to the principles of ergonomics and their application to sport and physical activity. It examines how posture, load, fatigue, and environmental conditions affect human performance, while also addressing injury prevention and recovery through physiotherapy and applied techniques. Delivered in collaboration with the postgraduate Ergonomy team and the Faculty of Medicine, this module integrates lectures, movement labs, and applied fieldwork to provide students with the skills to evaluate and optimize human factors in both athletic and occupational settings.
Duration: 15 weeks
Credits: 5 ECTS
Environment & Sustainability in Sport & Tourism
| 15 weeks | 5 ECTS
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Module 2
Environment & Sustainability in Sport & Tourism
This module examines the relationship between sport, tourism, and the environment, with particular focus on Bali’s coastal and rural ecosystems. Students investigate the effects of climate change, coastal resilience, and tourism development on sport environments, while also assessing the ecological footprint of sport and recreation. Combining lectures, field excursions, and applied research, the module emphasizes policy, sustainability frameworks, and community-based approaches to environmental stewardship in sport tourism.
Duration: 15 weeks
Credits: 5 ECTS
Cultural Heritage, Sport and Well-Being
| 15 weeks | 5 ECTS
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Module 1
Cultural Heritage, Sport and Well-Being
This module explores the philosophical and cultural foundations of wellness and sustainability in Bali. Students engage with Tri Hita Karana (the balance of human, nature, and spirit), the Subak irrigation system as a community-based governance model, and Usada Bali, the island’s traditional medicine and healing practices. By combining lectures, field visits, and hands-on ethnobotany workshops, the module highlights how cultural perspectives on health and environment intersect with sport, wellness, and ecological stewardship.
Duration: 15 weeks
Credits: 5 ECTS
Indonesian Language in Historical and Cultural Contexts
| 15 weeks | 5 ECTS
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Module 2
Indonesian Language in Historical and Cultural Contexts
This course introduces students to Bahasa Indonesia while situating the language within the broader social, cultural, and historical context of Indonesia. Students acquire foundational vocabulary and grammar for everyday communication, while exploring themes such as family and community life, rituals and ceremonies, environmental stewardship, and national identity. Cultural and historical perspectives including Tri Hita Karana, the Subak irrigation system, Usada Bali healing traditions, and Indonesia’s independence movement provide depth and context for language learning. By integrating classroom instruction, role-play, and field-based practice, the course prepares students to engage with Indonesian society in meaningful, respectful, and academically rigorous ways.
Duration: 15 weeks
Credits: 5 ECTS
Student Project
| 15 weeks | 5 ECTS
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Module 2
Student Project
The Student Project serves as the integrative capstone of the semester, enabling students to connect theoretical learning with field-based experiences. Students will select a project topic at the intersection of sport, environment, ergonomics, culture, and language. Working individually or in small groups, students conduct applied research, field observations, or case studies that culminate in a written report and a formal presentation at the end-of-semester symposium.
Duration: 15 weeks
Credits: 5 ECTS
International Credit Transfer Info
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These amazing field trips & practicals are part of your semester in Bali.
As an Upskill student in Bali, you will not only get to know the academic site of the island, but also experience local culture and explore all the activities you can do on the island of gods. Our field trips are some of the favorite parts of our Upskill alumni. Here's what you can expect from it:
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Field Trip #1
Surf Sessions
Upskill surf field lecture bridges biomechanics, balance, and cultural rhythm, showing how stability, tradition, and environment shape every wave we ride.
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Field Trip #2
Yoga Sessions
Yoga sessions connect movement, breath, and balance linking sport performance with the program’s focus on harmony between body and environment.
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Field Trip #3
Sport Massage Sessions
Focus on your physical well-being and environmental consciousness, while exploring the holistic connection between sport, relaxation, and environment.
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Field Practice #4
Legong Stance Training
Develop strength, balance, and body awareness through practical Legong dance training that focuses on its signature squat stance and precise movement sequences.
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Field Trip #5
Standup Paddle Surf
Balancing on water becomes a lesson in control, focus, and flow. This session turns theory on stability and human movement into living practice amid Bali’s coastal landscape.
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Field Trip #6
Aerials Yoga
Aerial yoga combines strength, flexibility, and relaxation, offering a unique and rejuvenating experience, providing mental and physical benefits.
Field Trip #7
Body Composition and Posture Assessment Workshop
A practical workshop on body composition and posture assessment, where students learn to measure, interpret, and relate physical data to performance, stability, and overall well-being.
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Field Trip #8
Martial Arts
Bali's thriving MMA scene offers world-class gyms, welcoming instructors, and a supportive atmosphere. Martial Arts and Mental Readiness Workshop.
Why your introduction week will be the perfect start.
Before the official start of the semester there will be an introduction week during which you will get to know your fellow classmates, the unique Balinese culture as well as the environment around the campus. Every semester we always try to bring some interesting and fun activities from day one to five, in order for all participants to get to know one another, to get first hand information and experience starting new life as a student in Bali. All activities will be announced via email/Whatsapp directly by your program coordinator and are subject to change!
This is what your introduction week schedule could look like:
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Day #1: Campus Orientation
Denpasar, Bali
Your first official day as Udayana's student will be opened by upskill’s semester head program, and a meeting with the upskill team, get to know your future campus in Denpasar.
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Day #2: Cultural Workshop
Payangan, Bali
As part of our cultural workshop visit, students will explore a traditional Balinese housing compound, learning about its sacred layout and architectural symbolism that reflects harmony between human, nature, and spirit. They’ll enjoy a Balinese breakfast and lunch, craft offerings such as canang sari and gebogan, and take part in an introductory dance session to experience how movement and ritual intertwine in daily life.
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Day #3: Coral Workshop and Discovery Scuba Dive
North, Bali
We will visit one of the most prominent projects we have collaborated with for years- Yayasan Karang Lestari, which has existed for over 2 decades, focused on coral rehabilitation and education centers to help raise awareness among the community through several projects. Get ready to dive!
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Day #4: Morning Hike and Temple Visit
North, Bali
The final day of Welcome Week begins with a sunrise hike up beautiful Kursi Hill, offering time to reflect on the days of learning and connection. The journey concludes in Pemuteran with a cultural session on the meaning of Balinese offerings, followed by a traditional melukat cleansing ceremony to welcome balance and new beginnings.
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Day #5: Welcome week closing Sunset SUP Cruise
Kelan Beach,Bali
We feel it is crucial to close the first week altogether at the beach and in the water. As we realize that one of the major reasons many of our students participate in our programs is the love of the ocean.
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