How can theoretical knowledge and practical project work in sport be meaningfully combined? Students on the ‘Applied Project Management’ seminar at Paderborn University are exploring this question. Following an introduction to project management methods and tools, they develop their own ideas and put them into practice in the Paderborn area. They are supported in this by partners from the region, including the District Sports Association, SC Paderborn 07, Paderborn University’s University Sports programme and the Paderborn Baskets. The diverse outcomes of the seminar demonstrate just how practice-oriented the course is.
A journey around the world through movement
A group of students, in collaboration with the Paderborn District Sports Association, organised an exercise programme for the residents of the St. Marien care home in Schloß Neuhaus. Over a period of five weeks, the participants embarked on a sporting ‘journey around the world’, discovering different forms of physical activity along the way. The programme was specifically tailored to older people with mental and physical disabilities and is intended to be extended to other facilities in the future.
Paderborn Baskets 2026 Pre-season Tournament
Two students, in collaboration with the Paderborn Baskets, developed a two-day pre-season tournament for the U14 and U16 age groups. The junior competitive teams competed against teams from other locations, and each team also received a professional mental coaching session.
‘Campus Champions’: Football tennis
On 24 June, the “Campus Champions” will once again take place on Paderborn University’s sports campus – a diverse sports tournament that largely emerged from this seminar. As well as handling the main organisation, this year the students are also organising the football tennis competition, which is part of the programme for the first time. Sixteen teams, each with two to three players, will compete against one another in a knockout tournament from 4.30 pm to 9.30 pm, playing for attractive prizes. DJ music, food, drinks and other interactive activities will also help create a lively atmosphere on campus. The event is open to all students and staff at Paderborn University. Further information and registration details can be found on the University Sports website.
The Stadium as a Place of Learning – Experiencing Democracy Through Play
How can fundamental democratic values be taught to children in an age-appropriate and practical way? Another team of students will be addressing this question on 14 and 15 July in collaboration with SC Paderborn 07. The focus of project days with primary school pupils will be on democracy education. The aim is to use simple sports games to help children gain a clear understanding of the key building blocks of democracy, particularly co-determination and participation.
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