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BACHELOR OF SPORT SCIENCE (EXERCISE SCIENCE)

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. Underline 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.
4. Discuss the relationship between the past and the present, pertaining 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 institutions, politics, and economy that affect sporting life in Malaysia since
th
the 15 century. The discussion on the blending of “Western” and “Malaysian” sport
culture will be included.
Main Reference 1. Mechikoff (2012). 2 A History and Philosophy of Sport and Physical Education:
nd
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 Methods Continuous Assessment : 60%
Final Examination : 40%
Soft Skills Communication Skills – CS3,
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving – CTPS3,
Teamwork Skills – TS2
Life-long Learning and Information Management – LL2,
Entrepreneurial Skills – ES1,
Professional Ethics and Moral – EM2,
Leadership Skills – LS2

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. Describe the areas of study and profession in the field of sport science.
2. Be ready for the demand expected of them in going through successfully in their
studies.
3. Discuss the opportunities, challenges and potential for them when 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 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%
Soft Skills Communication Skills – CS3,
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving – CTPS3,
Teamwork Skills – TS2,
Life-Long Learning and Information Management – LL2,
Entrepreneurial Skills – ES1,
Professional Ethics and Moral – EM2,
Leadership Skills – LS2