Department of Sports Science and Physical Education, Faculty of Education, CUHK

QUALIFICATION FOR ADMISSION

Applicants must have a recognized bachelor degree or equivalent. Applicants should fullfill the "English Language Proficiency Requirement" as stipulated by the Graduate School. Please refer to the "Postgraduate Prospectus" or web page: http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/gss for details on this requirement.

PERIOD OF STUDY

Full-time Programme: 1 year (maximum period of study: 3 years)
(Note to Non-Local Candidates - PDF format chinese version)
Part-time Programme: 2 years (maximum period of study: 4 years)

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION

The programme reflects the mission of the Department and is based on the assumption that physical activity is a health-related behaviour that influences the health and well being of individuals. It is from this perspective that post-graduate students can study physical activity and exercise using a biomechanical, psychological, sociological, or physiological approach. Graduates from this programme will posses in-depth understanding in major areas of Exercise Science allowing them to either specialise, increase their knowledge in Exercise Science, or further studies in Higher Degree Programmes. It is suitable for those in the profession of sports, education, health and social services, including sports science and medicine practitioners, school teachers, nurses, allied health professionals, health administrators, social workers, coaches, athletes, team managers and others interested in the profession of sports and exercise science.

(*Approved by the CPD Committee of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association)

COURSEWORK REQUIREMENT

Study Scheme A:
(Applicable to students admitted in 2008-09)
Students are required to complete a total of 24 units. In addition, all students are required to achieve a certain level of competence in IT for graduation.

Study Scheme	Course Code	Units
Core Courses	EXS6101, 6102	6
Project	EXS6300	0-9
Elective Courses	EXS6201-6212	9-18
Total Units		24

Study Scheme B:
(Applicable to students admitted in 2006-07 and 2007-08)
Students are required to complete a total of 27 units. In addition, all students are required to achieve a certain level of competence in IT for graduation.

Study Scheme	Course Code	Units
Core Courses	EXS6101, 6102, 6103	9
Project	EXS6300	0-9
Elective Courses	EXS6201-6212	9-18
Total Units		27

COURSE LIST

Code	Course Title	Units
EXS 6101	Research Methods in Exercise Science	3
EXS 6102	Theories and Applications of Measurement Concepts in Exercise Science	3
EXS 6103	Research Seminar	3
EXS 6201	Exercise: Physiological Benefits, Limits and Adaptation	3
EXS 6202	Sport Nutrition for Health and Performance	3
EXS 6203	Structural Biomechanics of the Human Body	3
EXS 6204	Biomechanics of Sports Injury	3
EXS 6205	Current Issues in Sports & Exercise Psychology	3
EXS 6206	Seminar in Psychological Intervention in Sport & Exercise	3
EXS 6207	Exercise Prescription & Chronic Diseases	3
EXS 6208	Social & Cultural Influences on Physical Activity	3
EXS 6209	Exercise & Health Promotion for Special Population	3
EXS 6210	Health Related Physical Activity	3
EXS 6211	Essential Sports Medicine	3
EXS 6212	Guided Study	3
EXS 6300	Research Project	9

TUITION FEE (2010-11)

2-Year Part-time: $80,000 (4 installments)

APPLICATION PERIOD

1st Jan to 28th Feb 2010

COMMENCEMENT OF CLASSES

September 2010

RESEARCH PROJECTS COMPLETED BY JUNE 2006

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