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FSES RESEARCH PROGRAMME HANDBOOK 2023/2024 ACADEMIC SESSION

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

This PhD programme is purely based on individual supervised research. At the end of the
candidature, a thesis must be submitted and upon successful defense of the paper, the candidate
will be granted PhD status. All research proposals must be approved and supervised by the
Faculty.
Minimum Duration of Study: 4 semesters

Maximum Duration of Study: 12 semesters

The Programme learning outcomes are as follows: -

1. Display in depth knowledge on issues and problems related to Sport Science
2. Application of practical skill in problem solving related to Sport Science
3. Relate ideas on community issues in Sport Science researches
4. Conduct research and practice ethical values and professionalism in Sport Science
researches
5. Display leadership quality through communication and ability to work together effectively
with peers and stakeholders
6. Produce well researched papers or thesis using scientific knowledge and critical thinking
when conducting research in Sport Science
7. Information management for lifelong learning

Research Area:
Science: Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Nutrition, Motor Control, Neuroscience, Coaching,
Training, Psychology, Physical Activity, Rehabilitation, Nutrition, Medical and Health Sciences

Non-Science: Sports Management, History, Culture, Psychology, Education, Performance,
Perception, Community Research, Sport Law, Sport Financial Management, Sport Facilities
Management, Sport Sociology

Throughout one’s candidature, a candidate will be required to defend their research at several
stages (proposal defence, candidature defence, thesis seminar) by submitting their written work
and going through seminar presentations before a final submission for examination and Viva.
The candidate will be evaluated by appointed panels and results given by the academic
office. The candidate is also advised to submit an updated title prior to any of their seminar
presentation by filling up the title change form and submitting it to the academic office if needed.

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