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SPORTS CENTRE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME GUIDEBOOK, 2017/2018 ACADEMIC SESSION 28

BACHELOR OF SPORTS MANAGEMENT SCIENCE

Course Code VIX1001
Course Title History and Philosophy of Sport
Credit 3
Medium of Instruction English, Malay
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum None
Requirement(s)
Course Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the underlying concepts associated with sport history and
philosophy.
2. Describe the philosophical underpinnings of the modern sport concept including the
Olympic ideals and local traditional sport concept.
3. Discuss the sports structure and administration in Malaysia and also the social, political
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and economic institutions that have impacted Malaysian sporting life since the 15
century.
1. Discuss the relationship between the past and the present, especially as it pertains to
Malaysia’s sport history and philosophy.
Synopsis of Course Contents In the early stage of course, students will be exposed to basic concepts related to history and
philosophy of sport that are inherent in the modern western sport including Olympic idealism
and domestic traditional sport practice. In the following stages, students will discuss local
sport structure and sport organizations in Malaysia as well as explain the roles of social
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institutions, politics, and economy that affect sporting life in Malaysia since the 15 century.
The discussion on the blending of “Western” and “Malaysian” sport culture will be included.
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Main Reference 1. Mechikoff (2012). 2 A History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Education: From
Ancient Civilizations to the Modern World. McGraw-Hill.NY
2. McComd (2010). Sports in World History. Taylor & Francis. NY
3. Khoo, S. (2011) Sport For All in Malaysia: Policy and Practice. University of Malaya,
Kuala Lumpur: University of Malaya Press.
4. Hamdan Mohd Ali (2012) The British colonial legacy: Sport and politics in multi-ethnic
Malaysia. PhD Thesis
Assessment Weightage Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Team Work Skills : TS1-TS2
Life Long Learning and Information Management: LL1-LL2

Course Code VIX1002
Course Title Introduction to Sport Science
Credit 3
Medium of Instruction English, Malay
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ Minimum None
Requirement(s)
Course Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. List and describe the areas of study and profession in sport science academia.
2. Be ready for the demand expected of them in going through successfully in their
studies.
3. Analyse the opportunities, challenges and potentials for them entering the sport science
profession.
Synopsis of Course Contents Students will be exposed to the concept of sport science and the various area of studies in
the field of sport science. The intention of the course is to get the students ready as learners
and future professionals in sport science. The course will give clear picture of the
opportunities, challenges and career potential in the world of sport science for students to
get involve in after graduation.
Main Reference 1. Wuest & Fisette (2014). Foundations of Physical Education, Exercise Science and
Sport. McGraw-Hill
2. Lumpkin (2013). Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport
Studies. McGraw-Hill
3. Freeman (2013). Physical Education, Exercise and Sport Science In A Changing
Society. Sudbury, MA; Jones & Bartlett.
Assessment Weightage Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Critical Thinking and Problem-solving Skills: CT1-CT2
Professional Ethics and Moral : EM1-EM2