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Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Health Education

Qualification for Admissions
  • 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
  • For details, please visit http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/adm
Programme Description
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.
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Career Development / Prospects
  • 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 Requirements
Programme
(Applicable to students admitted in 2022-23 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
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
2 2
iii. College General Education 2-3# 2-3#
iv. Understanding China 1 1
v. Hong Kong in the Wider Constitutional Order 1 1
vi. Other Elective Courses 0 2-3
vii. Physical Education (exempted)## (exempted)##
Total: 69 units### 69 units###
(Applicable to students admitted in 2020-21 to 2021-22)
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
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.

Remarks:
Students MUST check the course fulfillment by referring to the study scheme under the Undergraduate Student Handbook.
Course List
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
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