Bachelor of Physical Education (Applicable to 2022/2023 intake and before)
Awarding Institution | Macao Polytechnic University |
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Host Academic Unit | Faculty of Health Sciences and Sports |
Partner Teaching Academic Unit(s) (if any) | “One Country Two Systems” Research Centre |
Programme Registration Code | IP-A49-L14-0921A-31 |
University Programme Code | 4LFDC/4LFNC |
Final Award (FHEQ Level of Study) | Level 6 |
Number of Credits Required for Graduation | 145 |
Normal Period of Study | 4 years |
Medium of Instruction | Chinese / English |
Specialisation(s) | - |
Professional Accreditation | Higher Education Evaluation and Accreditation Council of Taiwan (HEEACT) |
Partner Teaching Institution(s) (if any) | - |
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES
The objective of the programme is to train sports professionals and practitioners with capability both in sports education and management. The programme aims to equip students with knowledge of the fundamental theories of sports. Students shall master the skills and techniques in sports practice and develop their capabilities in research and innovation. The programme also emphasises the application of theories in learning and practice to meet the changing social demands. Students learn the structures and functions of human body movements, performance enhancement, health promotion, injury prevention and rehabilitation. They will be acquainted with various tests, measurement methods and basic statistical techniques. Students will also be prepared for postgraduate studies in relevant areas. Graduates will be competent in various positions such as sports teachers, coaches, professional athletes, administrative executives, technicians, police officers, etc. Graduates will be able to work in schools, sports clubs and associations, councils, resorts, governmental agencies or other relevant industries.
PROGRAMME INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (PILOS)
Knowledge and Understanding
On completion of this programme, students will be able to demonstrate understanding of:
PILO-1. | Knowledge of physical education and sports. |
PILO-2. | Problem-solving ability and management skills in physical education and sports. |
Skills and Attributes
On completion of this programme, students will be able to:
PILO-3. | Master the skills in different sport events. |
PILO-4. | Plan, organise, lead and evaluate sports programmes. |
PILO-5. | Master skills and qualities to serve in sports-related organizations. |
PILO-6. | Possess preliminary ability of scientific research in physical education. |
PILO-7. | Show spirit of sport and encourage the young generation to have a positive attitude towards life. |
PILO-8. | Practice a healthy lifestyle and promote it to the people around them. |
PILO-9. | Communicate effectively in both speaking and writing. |
By attaining these PILOs, students will have attained the graduate attributes of the University as demonstrated below:
Graduate Attributes | PILOs | ||||||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
To demonstrate strong academic competence in relevant disciplines | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||||
To think critically and to contribute constructively in teamwork and leadership | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||
To communicate effectively both verbally and in writing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
To possess a global vision which enables them to understand issues and problems from different perspectives | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
To articulate effectively in a variety of contexts using knowledge, skills and expertise acquired to serve both the local and international community | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
To have a positive attitude towards society and environment in the development of a fair and caring society | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||||||
To demonstrate a keen interest in and strong capacity for life-long learning | ✓ | ✓ | |||||||
To practise high standards of ethical behaviour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
TEACHING AND LEARNING
In this programme, students will work towards attaining the PILOs through the following teaching and learning activities:
PILOs | Teaching and Learning Activities |
Knowledge and understanding | 1. Interactive lectures and seminars |
2. Field practice | |
3. Practical / Laboratory work | |
Skills and Attributes | 1. Field practice, lectures and workshops |
2. Teaching Practice | |
3. Group projects |
ASSESSMENT
In this programme, students will receive assessment activities of the following types in order to assess whether they are able to attain the stated PILOs.
PILOs | Types of Assessment Activities |
Knowledge and understanding | 1. Final examinations and mid-term examination |
2. Assignments, quizzes, class presentations | |
3. Laboratory reports or practical reports | |
Skills and Attributes | 1. Assessment of sports skill and / or referee skill |
2. Assessment of teaching Practice | |
3. Group projects reports |
The assessment will be conducted following the University’s Assessment Strategy.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year | Study Focus | Learning Modules | ||
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Code | Title | Type | ||
1 | To understand fundamental knowledge of physical education and sports. | LLAW1110 | Constitution and Basic Law | Compulsory |
PANA111 | Anatomy | Compulsory | ||
PBAS111 | Basketball | Compulsory | ||
PHAN111 | Handball | Compulsory | ||
PHIS111 | History of Sport and Physical Education | Compulsory | ||
PPED121 | Pedagogy | Compulsory | ||
PPHY111 | Exercise Physiology | Compulsory | ||
PSGM111 | Design and Practice On Sports Games | Compulsory | ||
PSWM121 | Swimming | Compulsory | ||
PTAF121 | Track and Field | Compulsory | ||
PPUT122 | Putonghua I * | Elective | ||
PENG122 | English I * | Elective | ||
PPOR122 | Portuguese I * | Elective | ||
2 | To broaden knowledge of physical education and sports while learning more sport events. | See below | Complete 1 elective from the group A2 | Compulsory |
PAER211 | Aerobics | Compulsory | ||
PBIM221 | Sport Biomechanics | Compulsory | ||
PEDP211 | Educational Psychology | Compulsory | ||
PFOT221 | Football | Compulsory | ||
PGYM211 | School Gymnastics | Compulsory | ||
PMED211 | Sport Medicine | Compulsory | ||
PPEP211 | Psychology of Physical Education | Compulsory | ||
PREC221 | Theory and Practice in Sport Recreation | Compulsory | ||
PTFA211 | Traumatology and First‐Aid | Compulsory | ||
PTOT221 | Theories of Training | Compulsory | ||
PVOL221 | Volleyball | Compulsory | ||
PPUT222 | Putonghua II * | Elective | ||
PENG222 | English II * | Elective | ||
PPOR222 | Portuguese II * | Elective | ||
Elective - Group A2 | ||||
PDAN212 | Dance | Elective | ||
PTRS212 | Traditional Sports | Elective | ||
3 |
On the basis of mastering a variety of motor skills, focus on developing Optional Sport abilities.
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See below | Complete 1 elective from the group A3 | Compulsory |
See below | Optional Sport | Compulsory | ||
PBIC311 | Sport Biochemistry | Compulsory | ||
PDIS321 | Sport For The Disabled | Compulsory | ||
PMEV311 | Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education | Compulsory | ||
PMLC311 | Motor Learning and Control | Compulsory | ||
PPES321 | Physical Education of School | Compulsory | ||
PRSO311 | Racket Sport I | Compulsory | ||
PRST311 | Racket Sport II | Compulsory | ||
PSOC321 | Sport Sociology | Compulsory | ||
PSTA311 | Statistics in Physical Education | Compulsory | ||
PPUT322 | Putonghua III * | Elective | ||
PENG322 | English III * | Elective | ||
PPOR322 | Portuguese III * | Elective | ||
Elective - Group A3 | ||||
PGAM312 | Sport Gambling | Elective | ||
PMAR312 | Sport Marketing | Elective | ||
Elective - Group B | ||||
POBA321 | Optional Sport ‐ Basketball | Elective | ||
POFO321 | Optional Sport ‐ Football | Elective | ||
POGY321 | Optional Sport ‐ Gymnastics | Elective | ||
POHA321 | Optional Sport ‐ Handball | Elective | ||
POSW321 | Optional Sport ‐ Swimming | Elective | ||
POTF321 | Optional Sport ‐ Track and Field | Elective | ||
4 |
To apply theories to practice in the sports environment. To develop the ability of scientific research in physical education. |
See below | Complete 1 elective from the group A4 | Compulsory |
PGRE421 | Graduation Report | Compulsory | ||
PMAN411 | Sport Management | Compulsory | ||
PMER411 | Methodology of Research in Physical Education | Compulsory | ||
PPRA421 | Practice | Compulsory | ||
PSEN411 | Sport English | Compulsory | ||
PSSA411 | Statistic Software Applications | Compulsory | ||
Elective - Group A4 | ||||
PCOS412 | Combat Sports | Elective | ||
PPTX412 | Practice of Training | Elective |
* English/ Putonghua/ Portuguese (Select one language module)
Student require to select the same language module on the first, second and third years.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
The entry requirements are defined in the University’s Academic Regulations Governing Bachelor’s Degree Programmes. An applicant shall be considered for admission if s/he:
- holds a qualification not lower than Grade 12 or the equivalent, and
- fulfils other programme-specific admission criteria.
An applicant of age 23 or above, proven to possess relevant capabilities (especially in the entrance examination(s) of the University), shall be considered for admission to a bachelor’s degree programme with a waiver on the qualification requirement stated above.
More details about admission are available here.
STUDENT FEEDBACK
Each student is allocated a year tutor who provides general academic and pastoral support throughout the whole period of study. Year tutors are the first point of contact in matters stated above. Various communication channels are available for students to express their opinions and suggestions, such as via their respective year tutors, student representatives, programme coordinators and assistant programme coordinators, and dialogue meetings at different levels. The dialogue meetings serve as platforms for consultation and discussion between students and respective personnel ranging from the programme, the faculty, the academic support and administrative units, to the university management. Feedback is made by respective personnel to every issue raised by the students during the meeting with follow-up actions tracked. Student surveys are conducted in every learning module on a semesterly basis to collect students’ opinions regarding the delivery of the modules. User satisfaction surveys are conducted annually on central student services. Feedback collected via these surveys will be followed up by the academic units or respective departments.
STUDENT SUPPORT
Students will receive an orientation about their four years of study at the beginning of the first year. Year tutors are appointed to individual students upon admission to provide academic and pastoral support throughout the period of study in the programme. Students may seek academic advices from their year tutors or programme coordinators regarding their learning path/plan and registration of learning modules.
In individual learning modules, the instructors’ office hours and contact information are made accessible to students for any questions regarding their study. Students’ learning engagement and performance will be reviewed on a regular basis by year tutors and programme coordinators to identify learning needs and provide relevant support. Students’ learning performance and progression will also be reviewed by the programme examination board to ensure their learning is adequately supported and their progress is on track.
Counselling services, careers services and student support services are accessible to all students through the Student Affairs Office. A wide variety of extracurricular activities (e.g. seminars, workshops, exchange opportunities, fieldtrips etc.) are available via the Student Affairs Office. Students may make full use of the variety of learning oppportunities, both curricular and extracurricular, to develop their academic and holistic capabilities for their future careers or further studies.
SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
A university-wide policy is in place to ensure that all student needs are taken care of and a supportive and accessible learning environment is maintained. When cases of special needs are notified or identified, special arrangements are made on a case-by-case basis with the joint effort of the programme and various student support services of the University, such as the Registry, the Student Affairs Office, the Information Technology Department and the Campus Management and Development Department, etc. to provide the necessary support.
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