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Course Code VIX1001
Course Title HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF SPORTS
Credit 3
Medium of Instruction English/ Malay Languages
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ None
Minimum Requirement(s)
Learning Outcomes At the end of the course, students are able to:
1. Explain underlying concepts associated with sport history and philosophy.
Discuss the importance and relevance of ethics in sport over time.
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3. Analyse the role sport played in history.
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 institutions, politics, and economy that affect sporting life in Malaysia since
the 15 century. The discussion on the blending of “Western” and “Malaysian” sport
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culture will be included.
Main Reference 1. Mechikoff (2014). History and philosophy of sport and physical education: from
ancient civilizations to the modern world (6th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.
2. Kretchmar, R. S., Dyreson, M., Liewellyn, M., & Gleaves, J. (2018). History and
philosophy of sport and physical activity. Champaign, IL: Human Kinetics.
Assessment Methods Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%

Course Code VIX1002
Course Title INTRODUCTION TO SPORT SCIENCE
Credit 3
Medium of Instruction English/ Malay Languages
Course Pre-requisite(s)/ None
Minimum Requirement(s)
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. Analyze the opportunities, challenges and potentials for them entering the sport -
rrelated 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 a clear picture of
the opportunities, challenges and career potential in the world of sport science for
students to get involved 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 Methods Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%