Physical Education and Sports Sciences

The Master Program in Physical Education and Sports Science aims to enrich the knowledge related to the experiences and skills of students studying in the program and it links between sports sciences and physical activity. The program also seeks to build knowledge for sports cadres with applied research and administrative capabilities in the field of physical education, and also seeks to network and partner with local community institutions, academic institutions, clubs, sports federations and sports media to achieve development in various sports fields.

Program Requirements:

A.Compulsory courses: (15) credit hours consisting of the following courses:

 

Code, and Course Number

Course Name

Prerequisite

PHED6300

Research curricula in sport science and physical activity

 

PHED6200

The Physiology of Sport training and Exercise

 

PHED6210

Theories in training and sport sciences

 

PHED6220

Advanced studies in the psychology of training and competitions

 

PHED7200

Use of technology in physical activity

 

PHED6240

Teaching planning and curriculum design in physical education

 

PHED7220

Motor control

 

 

B.Elective courses: (15) credit hours out of the following courses:

 

Code, and Course Number

Course Name

Prerequisite

PHED6310

Modern management systems in sports management

 

PHED6320

Applications in sports sociology

 

PHED7240

Scientific applications in the principles of kinesiology

 

PHED6230

Rehabilitation of the musculoskeletal system

PHED6200

PHED6250

Issues in competitive sport

 

PHED7210

Special sports nutrition programs

 

PHED7300

Investing and Economics in Sport

 

PHED7230

Professional preparation in the field of sports

 

PHED7310

Fitness and Health Programs

 

PHED6260

Studies in the philosophy of physical education

 

PHED6330

The foundations of using kinetic analysis programs

 

PHED7320

Educational approaches and guidelines for people with disabilities in the field of sports

 

PHED7250

Sport Legislation and Laws

 

PHED7260

Special topic

 

PHED7270

Supervision and Guidance in the Sports Field

 

PHED7330

Sports Injuries and Physical Therapy in the Sports Field

 

 

C.Track A or Track B: 6 credit hours.

 

Track

Code, and Course Number

Course Name

Prerequisite

Track A

PHED8600

Thesis

It is required to complete at least 15 credit hours from the program courses PHED6300

Track B

PHED8300

Seminar- I

It is required to complete at least 15 credit hours from the program courses PHED6300

PHED8310

Seminar- II

It is required to complete at least 15 credit hours from the program courses PHED6300

 1. Obtaining a bachelor degree in physical education or any related discipline that the program committee deems compatible with the requirements from a university accredited by Birzeit University, provided that the certificate’s GPA is not less than good. Students with a satisfactory GPA may be accepted by a decision of the Academic Council based on the recommendation of the Physical Education Department Council, or the Program Committee at the Faculty of Education.

 2. Submit two written letters of recommendation from two faculty members who taught the student during his previous university studies, or from officials who supervised his work, or one letter of each type.

 3. Passing the specialized interview conducted by the Physical Education Department with each student according to his specialized orientation in the sport field.