The programme offers two options.
1) Coursework Only Route
Students who choose this route must complete the following courses:
One core course (4AUs)
MES900 Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Studies
Six specialisation courses of 4AUs (24AUs)
Other than the core and specialisation courses, you may select one open elective course offered across all NIE Master Degree programmes, including Master of Science (Exercise and Sport Studies).
One integrative research project course (2AUs)
MES901 Integrative Project
A total of 30AUs is required to graduate.
2) Coursework with Dissertation Route
Students who choose this route must complete the following courses:
One core course (4AUs)
MES900 Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Studies
Five specialisation courses of 4AUs (20AUs)
Other than the core and specialisation courses, you may select one open elective course offered across all NIE Master Degree programmes, including Master of Science (Exercise and Sport Studies).
Dissertation (6AUs)
Students will have to write a dissertation of not more than 15,000 words.
A total of 30AUs is required to graduate.
Core Course
- MES900 Research Methods in Exercise and Sport Studies
Integrative Project
- MES901 Integrative Project
Specialisation Courses
- MES902 Adapted Physical Activity and Sports
- MES903 Applied Sport Psychology - Interventions and Evaluation
- MES904 Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
- MES905 Effective Coaching: From Theory to Practice
- MES906 Exercise Physiology
- MES907 Managing Sport Organisations in Singapore
- MES908 Mentoring for Physical Educators and Sports Practitioners
- MES909 Motor Behaviour
- MES910 Physical Activity, Nutrition and Health
- MES911 Psychology of Physical Activity
- MES912 Sports Injuries - Understanding, Prevention and Management
- MES913 The Culture of Sport
- MES914 Trends and Issues in Physical Education and Sport
Master of Science (Exercise and Sport Studies) full course listing and description
Please note that Specialisation Courses are offered on a 2-year rotation basis. Hence not all Specialisation Courses are available for selection to every intake. Please email the Programme Leader to enquire about specific course offerings.
Important note for matriculated students:
Please refer to the ISAAC system for the programme structure relevant to your intake during Course Registration or consult your programme leader if you need clarifications.