Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science

  Institution: Private: Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

The Sport and Exercise Science programme is designed to cover the application of scientific principles on three branches of science – biomechanics, physiology and interdisciplinary approaches. The sports science area largely offers expert scientific backup for top sport training and performance, while exercise science has a central role in physical programmes aimed at improving general health. The qualified sport and exercise scientist can expect to have a broad technical and physiological knowledge, and stands to benefit from current developments within the field offering a professional status that is recognised worldwide. The Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science covers a broad, multidisciplinary study of sport and exercise science. Students will be introduced the sports concepts and practices, principles of coaching, health and wellness, and various games in sports. Students will develop knowledge and understanding of how scientific methods can be used to examine sport and exercise activities in subjects such as anatomy and physiology, sports psychology, sport biomechanics and motor learning and development. Other topics include sports management, maintenance of sport facilities, sports injuries, legal and ethical issues in sports, and sports nutrition.

Academic Progression to Overseas Universities

Diploma graduates may be admitted into 2nd or Final Year of the relevant Bachelor Degree programmes. Please refer to “Academic Collaborations” at http://www.tarc.edu.my/sas/collaborative-partners/academic.htm

Minimum Entry Requirements

• Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) as follows:-
  • 5 credits which must include Mathematics
  • Pass in one relevant science subject, Bahasa Malaysia and English Language or minimum Grade C in AELE0364 English Language (1119 Level) conducted by TAR UC
• O level with Grade D in 5 relevant subjects including Mathematics and Grade E in one relevant science subject and English Language
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with minimum Grade B in 3 relevant subjects which must include Mathematics. Grade C in one relevant science subject and English or Grade C in AELE0364 English Language (1119 Level) conducted by TAR UC.

Career Prospects

The market for sports graduates continues to grow. Diploma graduates may find employment within the fields of health promotion, health related fitness, fitness assessment and general nutrition in the sports and recreation industry. They can work as assistant fitness trainers, assistant instructors, sport administrators, sports maintenance personnel and junior sales executives.

Source:Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman