Sports Science University of Nicosia

Overview

The main objectives of the Sports Science programme from University of Nicosia  are to:

• Impart knowledge and develop the capacities of students through state-of-the-art Higher Education in the area of Sports Science including Physical Education.

• Provide students with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the scientific principles governing exercise science, sports pedagogy, physical activity and health, recreation and sports performance.

• Enable graduates to become reflective teachers who will provide educationally valuable learning experiences for children in elementary and secondary level schools as well as reflective sports educators for children, adolescents and adults

• Enable graduates to develop relevant competences and a strong basis for future specialisation and to build the basis for postgraduate studies in exercise sciences and physical education.

• Enable graduates to develop life-long learning skills in exercise science and physical education and to cultivate life-long sports participation culture.

• Encourage leadership in the area of exercise science and physical education and inspire independent analytical and critical judgment

Career Prospects

Potential employment opportunities include:

• Physical education teachers in elementary and secondary schools

• Fitness instructors in sports and athletics teams and clubs at all levels

• Fitness instructors in gyms, fitness and well-being centres

• Sports science consultants with sports agencies or government bodies as pertaining to health, sports, exercise and fitness

• Health and fitness advisors (for sports and exercise prescription)

• Management of sport and fitness centres and corporate fitness programmes

• Sports science laboratory assistants

• Research for sport and exercise manufacturing and other commercial industries (e.g. equipment, clothing, footwear, food, drink etc)