The Master’s Degree in Sports Science at Bircham International University studies how the healthy human body works during exercise and how sport and physical activity support health and performance from cellular to whole-body perspectives. It covers the scientific study of sport and uses interdisciplinary contributions from physiology, psychology, chemistry, and anatomy.
The program is delivered via distance learning and provides specialized training for the student’s concentration. The structure is 70% textbooks and 30% project, with a study duration that ranges from 9 to 12 months. It includes 36 to 54 academic credits above a Bachelor’s program and uses Sports Science Online plus research methodology and a final project or thesis.
This distance program is for adults over 25 years of age. A Bachelor’s degree or an international equivalent is required for admission, and a background in the field of study is recommended.
Modules
- Sports Science Online
- Research methodology and final project or thesis
- 501SPO - Human Anatomy & Physiology
- 502SPO - Movement & Physical Development
- 503SPO - Physical Activity & Wellness
- 504SPO - Monitoring Exercise
- 505SPO - Therapeutic Exercise
- 506SPO - Physical Conditioning
- 507SPO - Human Nutrition
- 508SPO - Sports Science
- 509SPO - Physiology of Exercise
- 510SPO - Biomechanics
