Sports Science University of Nicosia

Overview

The main objectives of the Sports Science course at 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

• Promote sports science and physical education research

• Encourage students to choose specialization modules upon their preference

Career Prospects

Sports Science is a field which is characterized by continuous changes and challenges. It is among the most rapidly growing areas of the sports and athletics industry in both nationally and internationally. Due to the highly competitive nature of the field and the rapidly evolving ‘character’ there is a requirement for competent graduates. On successful completion of the program graduates will be able to provide leadership and expertise and gain entry into a wide range of careers in the world of sport science, physical education and fitness and leisure centres, as well as, in other areas related to sports, exercise and health.