Bachelor of Science in Sport and Physical Activity
Description:
On 14/03/1431 A.H., the Royal Approval No. 2487 was issued to establish the Department of Physical Education and Movement Sciences at the College of Education at Qassim University. The department launched the Bachelor of Physical Education and Movement Sciences program, which was mainly aimed at preparing physical education teachers, in addition to qualifying competencies to work in other fields related to the sports field. Later, Ministerial Decision No. (88247) was issued on 16.06.1439 A.H., which stipulated the necessity of renewing pre-service teacher preparation programs, based on the work of the committee for developing teacher preparation programs formed by Ministerial Decision No. (73570) on 13.08.1438 A.H. The decision included directing Saudi universities to develop bachelor programs in physical education into specialized programs under the name of sports sciences and physical activity, so that graduates are specialized in sports sciences and able to work in various fields of sports and physical activity. In this context, the Department of Physical Education and Movement Sciences at the College of Education at Qassim University is one of the pioneering departments that contributed to meeting the directives of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its development vision 2030 by launching the Bachelor of Science in Sport and Physical Activity program. The program's study plan has been designed to include multiple tracks covering various fields, namely: Sports Training, Sports and Recreation Management, Fitness and Sports Nutrition, and Physical Activity. The department also launched the Master of Science in Sport and Physical Activity program, in response to the need of society and the labor market for qualified competencies in this scientific specialization. This program aims to prepare graduates to work in multiple fields, including: Sports clubs, recreational activity centers, fitness centers, sports facilities management, military sectors, as well as the public health sector.
Method of study
Courses
Degree
Bachelor
School level
University study
Place of study (Male Students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - Headquarters - Student Campus
Place of study (female students)
N/A
Required specialization
Secondary
Years of study
4
Study period
Morning
Number of Credit Hours
130
Credits required for graduation
130
Other conditions
Students are admitted in accordance with the study and examination regulations for the university stage and its executive rules at Qassim University, in addition to what is issued by the University Council, with special admission tests for the department, which include the following aspects: Medical fitness test - Height, weight and stature tests - Physical ability tests - Personal traits test (personal interview): Medical fitness test - height, weight and height tests - physical ability tests - personal characteristics test (personal interview). These tests aim to increase the ability to select the best students and ensure their safety and freedom from chronic diseases, deformities and disabilities, in addition to medical safety and the availability of the motor, physical fitness and skill aspects required for the nature of study in the department, in addition to the general tests conducted by the university in accordance with university regulations and university admission policies
Tuition fees
free
Preference Mechanism for Admission
Secondary school
50%
General Aptitude Test
50%
Achievement test
0%
Educational goals :
1- Preparing specialists with outstanding scientific and practical competencies in the disciplines of sports science and physical activity to meet the needs of the labor market.
2- Developing the knowledge, understanding, cognitive, practical, communication, information technology, values, responsibility and independence skills of students enrolled in the program.
3- Conducting research projects in various disciplines of sports science and physical activity in a way that contributes to the sustainability of sports and physical activity in society and sports organizations and institutions.
4- Providing services, consultations, and programs that support social responsibility towards improving the quality of life.
Learning outcomes :
knowledge and understanding: The program aims to prepare an active student
1- Interprets information from the scientific literature related to human movement, motor learning, foundations of sports training, physiology of physical exertion, health effects, and applications of physical activity for special groups.
2- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the principles of sport and physical activity science, functional anatomy, exercise physiology, sports training methods, and the influence of psychological, sports nutrition, and environmental factors on physical performance and health.
3- Preparing an active student who analyzes the scientific method in sports science to employ it in the design, implementation and evaluation of physical activity programs.
skills: The program aims to prepare an active student
Implement strategies and programs for physical activity, sport and nutrition to prevent diseases and injuries and improve the overall health and quality of life of athletes.
2- Assesses the physical and technical condition of practitioners of different sports and physical activities.
Apply the laboratory skills used to assess human movement, physical activity, fitness and health levels in normal and special needs populations.
4- Uses modern technological applications, communication skills, and data collection, analysis, and interpretation to develop creative solutions to physical activity-related issues.
Values, autonomy and responsibility: The program aims to prepare an active student
1- Demonstrates integrity, values, and professional ethics when dealing with issues and problems in the field of physical activity.
2- Performs professional tasks and activities in the field of physical activity effectively and independently.
3- Collaborates effectively within projects, research or professional groups, and is able to lead and take responsibility while working.
Program Learning Outcomes* Sport and Recreation Management Track
Knowledge and understanding
1- Explains the theories, principles, and practices in the basic management areas of human resources, finance, sports economics, risk and crisis management, and responsibility within the sports environment.
2- Discusses scientific developments in the field of sports management, community recreation, and utilization of leisure time.
3- Critically analyzes knowledge to become a competent administrator in the sports field.
Skills
1- Analyze sports issues and possible influences on managerial decision-making in the sports community.
2- Planning and implementing a scientific project in the field of sports and recreational management.
3- Applies concepts related to professionalism and strategic management of human, financial, material, and information resources to achieve the goals of sports and recreational organizations and create a positive mental image and an informed sports public opinion.
4- Uses modern technological applications, communication skills, and the collection, analysis, and interpretation of data to develop creative solutions to issues related to the management of sports organizations.
Values, autonomy and responsibility
1- Demonstrates integrity, values, and professional ethics when dealing with issues and concerns in the field of sports and recreation management.
2- Performs professional tasks and activities in the field of sports and recreation management effectively and independently.
3- Collaborate effectively within projects, research or professional groups, and lead and take responsibility while working.
Program Learning Outcomes* Fitness and Sports Nutrition Track
Knowledge and understanding
1- Explain the relationship between nutrients and the level of physical activity, their impact on the needs of athletes and non-athletes, and their role in supporting athletic movement and physiological responses to exercise.
2- Discusses the cognitive and applied aspects of athlete nutrition and its role in performance enhancement, injury prevention, recovery, and the use of motor rehabilitation methods.
3- Analyzes key concepts, theories, and scientific findings in health sciences and sports nutrition to become a qualified fitness trainer and sports nutritionist.
Skills
1- Applies laboratory skills used to assess human movement, physical activity, and fitness and health levels in normal and athletically challenged individuals.
2- Implements strategies and physical activity, sports and nutrition programs to prevent the occurrence of diseases and injuries and improve the overall health and quality of life of athletes.
3- Applies thinking skills during the physical examination process to analyze information and select appropriate assessment tests in order to accurately diagnose, rehabilitate, and treat athletes effectively.
4- Uses modern technological applications, communication skills, and data collection, analysis and interpretation to develop creative solutions to issues related to fitness and sports nutrition through a research project in the area of specialization.
Values, autonomy and responsibility
1- Demonstrates integrity, values, and professional ethics when dealing with issues and issues in the field of fitness and sports nutrition.
2- Performs professional tasks and activities in the field of fitness and sports nutrition effectively and independently.
3- Collaborate effectively within projects, research or professional groups, and lead and take responsibility while working.
Program mission:
Preparing academically and professionally prepared competencies in sports science and physical activity disciplines that meet the needs of the labor market, providing community services to improve the quality of life, and applied research projects that contribute to upgrading the sports field to achieve sustainable national development and the future visions of the Kingdom.
Tracks :
1. Physical Activity 130 credit hours - (fitness specialist in fitness and health centers)
- Sports trainer for people with special needs at centers for people with special needs
- Physical therapist in injury rehabilitation and physiotherapy centers
2. Sports Coaching 130 credits - (male or female) sports coach for sports activities and games in sports clubs
- Physical fitness specialists in fitness, health, recreational and tourism centers, companies, hospitals, and military and security sectors.
- Sports trainer for people with special needs at centers for people with special needs and others
- Physiotherapist in injury rehabilitation and physical therapy centers
3. Sports and Recreation Management 130 credits - (Sports administrator) for sports activities and games in sports clubs
- A sports administrator for sports activities and games in universities, public and private schools, and various departments of the Ministry of Education.
- (Administrative) in fitness and health centers, injury rehabilitation centers and physiotherapy.
- Sports marketing specialists at sports clubs, sports federations, the Olympic Committee, the General Sports Authority, and student clubs at public and private universities.
- To work in the field of sports media and sports journalism.
4. Physical Fitness and Sports Nutrition 130 credits - Fitness and Nutrition Specialist in Fitness and Health Centers
- Fitness and nutrition specialist in fitness and health centers
Career opportunities:
- Sports administrator for sports activities and games in sports clubs
- A sports administrator for sports activities and games in universities, public and private schools, and various departments of the Ministry of Education.
- (Administrative) in fitness and health centers, injury rehabilitation centers and physiotherapy.
- Sports marketing specialists at sports clubs, sports federations, the Olympic Committee, the General Sports Authority, and student clubs at public and private universities.
- To work in the field of sports media and sports journalism.
- Sports trainer for sports activities and games in sports clubs.
- Physical fitness specialists in fitness, health, recreational and tourism centers, companies, hospitals, and military and security sectors.
- Sports trainer for people with special needs in special needs centers and others.
- (Physical specialist in injury rehabilitation and physiotherapy centers.
- (Specialist) Exercise and weight management.
- Specialist) Nutrition for athletes
- Fitness and nutrition specialists at fitness and health centers.
Sport and Exercise Science - Athletic Training Pathway
Track name: Sport and Exercise Science - Athletic Training Pathway
Symbol: TRI
Issue number: 411
Total hours: 130
Compulsory: 114
Optional: 16
Compulsory courses
First level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 101 | Introduction to Islamic Culture | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
REC 131 | Introduction to Sports and Recreation Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR151 | Exercise Principles and Applications (1) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR152 | Gymnastics Principles and Applications (1) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR153 | Swimming Principles and Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR154 | Principles and Applications of Track and Field (1) | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR121 | Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR111 | Health and Fitness | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
ENG 101 | English (1) | 3 | 3 | 0 | College requirements |
Second level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ARAB101 | Language skills | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
IC 102 | Islam and Community Building | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
SPOR112 | Functional anatomy and physical activity | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPA 113 | Motor education | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 132 | Introduction to Athletic Training | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR155 | Exercise Principles and Applications (2) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR156 | Gymnastics Principles and Applications (2) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR161 | Fighting Principles and Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR141 | Soccer principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements |
Third level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 103 | Economic System in Islam | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
SPOR211 | Physiology of physical exertion | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 231 | Introduction to Measurement and Evaluation in Sport Science | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPA 232 | Motor skills teaching methods and techniques (1) | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR241 | Handball principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR242 | Volleyball principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR243 | Basketball principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
CS 101 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
PSYCH101 | Thinking skills and learning styles | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |
Fourth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ARAB103 | Arab Liberation | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
IC 104 | Foundations of the political system in Islam | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
MGMT103 | Communication skills | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR252 | Principles and Applications of Track and Field (2) | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR251 | Racket Games Principles and Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR212 | Principles of Kinesiology | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR221 | Sports Psychology | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
FINU233 | Sports Nutrition (1) | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |
Fifth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TRI 333 | Special Needs Sports | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
FINU333 | Fitness principles and applications | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
TRI 331 | Advanced Study in Athletic Training | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 321 | The psychology of training and competition | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPA 331 | Sports Injuries and Ambulance Service | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPA 311 | Growth and motor development | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |
Sixth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPA 313 | Principles and applications of exercise physiology | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
TRI 334 | Principles of Junior Coaching | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 335 | Optional Specialty Sports Training (1) | 3 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
TRI 312 | Biomechanics in Sport and Physical Activity | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements |
Seventh level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPOR411 | Scientific Research and Statistics in Sports | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
TRI 431 | Planning athletic training programs | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 434 | Optional Specialty Sports Training (2) | 3 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
TRI 432 | Selection in Sports | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 433 | Applications of Assessment and Measurement in Sports Science | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements |
Eighth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TRI 412 | Research Project in Athletic Training | 3 | 3 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 471 | Field training | 6 | 0 | 0 | College requirements |
Optional courses
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
TRI 438 | Athletic Training as a Profession | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
TRI 435 | Evaluation of athletic training programs | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
TRI 436 | Athletic Training Methods and Techniques | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
TRI 414 | Motor learning | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
TRI 437 | Analyzing motor performance | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
SPA 431 | Posture and therapeutic exercise | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
SPOR313 | Technology in Sports | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR322 | Social aspects of sport and physical activity | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
FINU430 | Steroids and physical performance | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR336 | Human Resource Management in Sport and Recreation | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |
Sport and Exercise Science - Sport and Recreation Management Track
Track name: Sport and Exercise Science - Sport and Recreation Management Track
Symbol: REC
Issue number: 411
Total hours: 130
Compulsory: 114
Optional: 16
Compulsory courses
First level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 101 | Introduction to Islamic Culture | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
SPOR151 | Exercise Principles and Applications (1) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR152 | Gymnastics Principles and Applications (1) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR153 | Swimming Principles and Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR154 | Principles and Applications of Track and Field (1) | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
REC 131 | Introduction to Sports and Recreation Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR121 | Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR111 | Health and Fitness | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
ENG 101 | English (1) | 3 | 3 | 0 | College requirements |
Second level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ARAB101 | Language skills | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
IC 102 | Islam and Community Building | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
SPOR112 | Functional anatomy and physical activity | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPA 113 | Motor education | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR141 | Soccer principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR155 | Exercise Principles and Applications (2) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
TRI 132 | Introduction to Athletic Training | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR156 | Gymnastics Principles and Applications (2) | 1 | 0 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR161 | Fighting Principles and Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements |
Third level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 103 | Economic System in Islam | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
CS 101 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
PSYCH101 | Thinking skills and learning styles | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR211 | Physiology of physical exertion | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
TRI 231 | Introduction to Measurement and Evaluation in Sport Science | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPA 232 | Motor skills teaching methods and techniques (1) | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR241 | Handball principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR242 | Volleyball principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR243 | Basketball principles and applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements |
Fourth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 104 | Foundations of the political system in Islam | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
ARAB103 | Arab Liberation | 2 | 2 | 0 | University requirements | |
MGMT103 | Communication skills | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR252 | Principles and Applications of Track and Field (2) | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
SPOR251 | Racket Games Principles and Applications | 2 | 1 | 2 | College requirements | |
FINU233 | Sports Nutrition (1) | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR212 | Principles of Kinesiology | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR221 | Sports Psychology | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |
Fifth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REC 335 | The Psychology of Sports Driving | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 334 | Sports media | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 333 | Sports and Leisure Recreation | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 332 | Fundamentals of Sports Marketing | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
REC 331 | Recreational education | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 330 | The Scientific Foundations of Sports Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |
Sixth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REC 336 | Organizing and managing sports and scout camps | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
REC 337 | Sports Legislation and Laws | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 338 | Sports recreation for people with special needs | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
REC 339 | Sports Events and Competition Management | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements |
Seventh level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPOR411 | Scientific Research and Statistics in Sports | 3 | 2 | 2 | College requirements | |
REC 431 | Designing entertainment programs | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 432 | Sports and Recreation Facilities Management | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 433 | Foundations of Business Management in Sport and Recreation | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 434 | Management and Recreation Application Builders in Team and Individual Games | 3 | 1 | 2 | REC 339 | College requirements |
Eighth level
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REC 412 | Research Project in Sports Management and Recreation | 3 | 3 | 0 | College requirements | |
REC 471 | Field training | 6 | 0 | 0 | College requirements |
Optional courses
Symbol | Name | Hours | My theory | My work | Requirement | Category |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
REC 440 | Sports management as a profession | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
REC 435 | Sports teams and activities management | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
REC 436 | Recreational programs in educational institutions | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
REC 437 | The Economics of Sports Recreation | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
REC 438 | Ethical Aspects of Management and Recreation | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
REC 439 | Public Relations in Sports | 2 | 2 | 0 | Specialty requirements | |
SPOR322 | Social aspects of sport and physical activity | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
FINU430 | Steroids and physical performance | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR313 | Technology in Sports | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements | |
SPOR336 | Human Resource Management in Sport and Recreation | 2 | 2 | 0 | College requirements |