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19 FSSE RESEARCH PROGRAMME HANDBOOK 2025/2026 ACADEMIC SESSION

Pass an English proficiency test approved by the University. UM offers a course
leading to proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia which international students are required to
attend before the degree is conferred.

STRUCTURE, DURATION AND METHOD OF

DELIVERY

This is a full-time study programme of 42 credit hours in which students must register and pass
all courses with a minimum grade of B. The structure of the programme is as follows:

Faculty Core Programme Faculty Elective
Courses Core Courses Courses

3 Credit Hours 36 Credit Hours 3 Credit Hours

(1) Minimum period = 2 semesters, 1 special semester
(2) Maksimum = 8 semesters.

Method of delivery is through a combination of teaching approaches such as: lecture sessions
which are face to face (F2F); integrated learning (e.g. tutorial and group discussion, forum,
seminar, and research project), student-centred learning (e.g. field work, written assignments,
presentation) and practical.

METHOD OF ASSESSEMENT AND WEIGTHAGE

Student progress is evaluated through various methods, including academic
exercise/project papers that comprise written assignments, projects, seminar and
thoretical analysis. The weightage of assessment for all courses under the Master of
Strength and Conditioning (except those offered by other faculties) is as follows:
1. Courses : Continuous Assessment – 60% and Final Exam – 40%
2. Research Project : Continuous Assessment – 100%

CAREER PROSPECTS

Graduates of this programme can work as fitness trainers, physical education teachers,
coaches and sports researchers in various organizations including: National Sports
Council, State Sports Councils, Ministry of Youth and Sports, State Youth and Sports
Departments, golf clubs, fitness clubs/studios, sports associations and sports
equipment companies

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