Department of Sports Science and Physical Education

Completed a local course of study leading to the qualification of associate degree / higher diploma in sports-related discipline or equivalent
Attained an acceptable level of proficiency in the English and Chinese languages
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The B.Sc. Programme in Exercise Science and Health Education aims to provide an excellent learning experience to students who aspire to pursue a career in exercise, sport and allied health sciences. The Programme is characterised by two closely linked areas. The Exercise Science component explores the complex nature of human movement and examines the manner by which the body reacts to acute and chronic physical activity pursuits, such as general fitness regimes, lifestyle physical activities, and elite sport. The Health Education component examines the efficacy of a variety of prescribed physical activities, as well as theories and strategies for health promotion. The courses are designed to assist individuals and communities in achieving a better understanding of health issues, and thereby preventing and changing unhealthy lifestyle and behaviours linked to chronic disease, disability, and poor quality of life. This B.Sc. Programme will prepare students for professional practice in exercise science, behavioural science, and health-related careers. This Programme is funded by the University Grants Committee.

Administrators in government subvented / national sports associations
Physical training officers, inspectors or officers in disciplinary forces
Executives in fitness and leisure industries
Supervisors / officers in private and commercial sectors

Programme
(Applicable to students admitted in 2020-21 and thereafter)
Students with Higher Diploma / Associate Degree are required to complete the minimum required units of courses for graduation, including:

Courses	Higher Diploma Entrants	Associate Degree Entrants
1. Major Requirements	Units	Units
i. Exercise and Health	38	38
ii. Skills Courses	3	3
iii. Research Experience	6	6
iv. Internship	2	2
v. Electives	6	6
2. University Requirements	Units	Units
i. English	5	2
ii. University General Education
- Foundation GE	3	3
- Other GE	3	3
iii. College General Education	2-3^#	2-3^#
iv. Other Elective Courses	0-1	3-4
v. Physical Education	(exempted)^##	(exempted)^##
Total:	69 units^###	69 units^###

^# 2 to 3 units, depending on College affiliation

^## Students who have completed 3 units of Core Skills Courses will be eligible to apply for exemption of 1 unit of University Core Physical Education Requirement. Students are required to apply for the exemption. When exemption from a particular course is recognized, students can only be exempted from the course but not the units.

^### Student shall complete at least 69 units of courses before graduation. However, the total units required for graduation may vary because of individual difference in course and unit exemptions.

Higher Diploma Entrants
Students are required to complete at least 69 units of courses for graduation, including the above 55 units of major courses, 8-9 units of university & college general education courses, 5 units of language requirements and 0-1 units of other elective courses.

Associate Degree Entrants
Students are required to complete at least 69 units of courses for graduation, including the above 55 units of major courses, 8-9 units of university & college general education courses, 2 units of language requirements and 3-4 units of other elective courses.

Study Scheme

(for students admitted in 2020-21 and thereafter)

Study Scheme	Course	Higher Diploma Entrants	Associate Degree Entrants
Major Courses: Exercise Science and Health Education Courses (55 units)
(i) Required Courses:
(a) Core Courses in Exercise Science and Health Education:	PHPC1001, SPED2520, 2540, 2600, 2610, 2710, 2720, 2810, 3430, 3820, 3910, 3920, 4570	38	38
(b) Skills Courses:	SPED2010, 2110, 2141	3	3
(c) Research Experience Courses:	SPED3630, 4900	6	6
(d) Internship Course:	SPED4201	2	2
(ii) Elective Courses:
(a) Elective Theoretical Courses in Exercise Science	A minimum of 1 course from the following: SPED3550, 3731, 4560, 4640, 4830	3	3
(b) Elective Theoretical Courses in Health	A minimum of 1 course from the following: CHPR3002, 4012, PHPC 2007, 2009	3	3
Total:		55 units	55 units

Note:
SPED courses at 2000 level and above as included in the Major Programme Requirements as well as those labeled as * will be included in the calculation of Major GPA for honours classification.

Course Code	Course Title	Unit(s)
CHPR 3002	Health Education and Health Behaviours	3
CHPR 4012	Mental Health as a Public Health Issue	3
SPED 2010	Team Sports	1
SPED 2050	Racquet Sports	1
SPED 2110	Individual Sports	1
SPED 2122	Fitness Training for Health and Sports Performance	1
SPED 2141	Fundamental Movement and Dances	1
SPED 2520	Functional Human Anatomy and Sports Injuries	3
SPED 2540	Introduction to Exercise Physiology	3
SPED 2600	Basic Statistics, Test and Measurement for Physical Education	3
SPED 2610	Introduction to Exercise Biomechanics	3
SPED 2710	Sociology of Physical Education and Sports	3
SPED 2720	Foundation of Physical Education and Sports	3
SPED 2810	Psychomotor Learning	3
SPED 3430	Administration and Management in Physical Education and Sports	3
SPED 3550	Physiology of Human Performance	3
SPED 3630	Introduction to Research Methods	3
SPED 3731	Selected Topics in Sports Sociology	3
SPED 3820	Introduction to Exercise and Sports Psychology	3
SPED 3910	Adapted Physical Education and Sports	3
SPED 3920	Human Growth and Health Education	3
SPED 4201	Internship in Sports Industry	2
SPED 4560	Physical Fitness Appraisal and Exercise Prescription	3
SPED 4570	Education and Promotion of Exercise and Health	3
SPED 4640	Human Kinematics and Kinetics	3
SPED 4830	Psychological Aspects of Sports and Exercise	3
SPED 4900	Research Project	3
PHPC 1001	Foundations in Public Health	2
PHPC 2007	Nutrition and Health	3
PHPC 2009	Environment and Work	3

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Health Education