Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Health Education

Programme Description

The B.Sc. Programme in Exercise Science and Health Education aims to provide an excellent learning experience to students who aspire to pursue a career in exercise, sport and allied health sciences. The Programme is characterised by two closely linked areas. The Exercise Science component explores the complex nature of human movement and examines the manner by which the body reacts to acute and chronic physical activity pursuits, such as general fitness regimes, lifestyle physical activities, and elite sport. The Health Education component examines the efficacy of a variety of prescribed physical activities, as well as theories and strategies for health promotion. The courses are designed to assist individuals and communities in achieving a better understanding of health issues, and thereby preventing and changing unhealthy lifestyle and behaviours linked to chronic disease, disability, and poor quality of life. This B.Sc. Programme will prepare students for professional practice in exercise science, behavioural science, and health-related careers. This Programme is funded by the University Grants Committee.

Career Development / Prospects

• Administrators in government subvented / national sports associations
  • Physical training officers, inspectors or officers in disciplinary forces
  • Executives in fitness and leisure industries
  • Supervisors / officers in private and commercial sectors

Programme Requirements

Programme

Students with Higher Diploma / Associate Degree are required to complete the minimum required units of courses for graduation, including:

• Major Requirements:
  • i. Exercise and Health: 38 units
  • ii. Skills Courses: 3 units
  • iii. Research Experience: 6 units
  • iv. Internship: 2 units
  • v. Electives: 6 units
• University Requirements:
  • i. English: 5 units (Higher Diploma Entrants), 2 units (Associate Degree Entrants)
  • ii. University General Education:
    • Foundation GE: 3 units
    • Other GE: 2 units
  • iii. College General Education: 2-3 units
  • iv. Understanding China: 1 unit
  • v. Hong Kong in the Wider Constitutional Order: 1 unit
  • vi. Other Elective Courses: 0 units (Higher Diploma Entrants), 2-3 units (Associate Degree Entrants)
  • vii. Physical Education: exempted
• Total: 69 units

Study Scheme

Major Courses: Exercise Science and Health Education Courses (55 units)

• (i) Required Courses:
  • (a) Core Courses in Exercise Science and Health Education: 38 units
  • (b) Skills Courses: 3 units
  • (c) Research Experience Courses: 6 units
  • (d) Internship Course: 2 units
• (ii) Elective Courses:
  • (a) Elective Theoretical Courses in Exercise Science: 3 units
  • (b) Elective Theoretical Courses in Health: 3 units

Course List

• CHPR 3002: Health Education and Health Behaviours
• CHPR 4012: Mental Health as a Public Health Issue
• SPED 2010: Team Sports
• SPED 2050: Racquet Sports
• SPED 2110: Individual Sports
• SPED 2122: Fitness Training for Health and Sports Performance
• SPED 2141: Fundamental Movement and Dances
• SPED 2520: Functional Human Anatomy and Sports Injuries
• SPED 2540: Introduction to Exercise Physiology
• SPED 2600: Basic Statistics, Test and Measurement for Physical Education
• SPED 2610: Introduction to Exercise Biomechanics
• SPED 2710: Sociology of Physical Education and Sports
• SPED 2720: Foundation of Physical Education and Sports
• SPED 2810: Psychomotor Learning
• SPED 3430: Administration and Management in Physical Education and Sports
• SPED 3550: Physiology of Human Performance
• SPED 3630: Introduction to Research Methods
• SPED 3700: Sports and Health Technology
• SPED 3731: Selected Topics in Sports Sociology
• SPED 3820: Introduction to Exercise and Sports Psychology
• SPED 3910: Adapted Physical Education and Sports
• SPED 3920: Human Growth and Health Education
• SPED 4201: Internship in Sports Industry
• SPED 4560: Physical Fitness Appraisal and Exercise Prescription
• SPED 4570: Education and Promotion of Exercise and Health
• SPED 4640: Human Kinematics and Kinetics
• SPED 4830: Psychological Aspects of Sports and Exercise
• SPED 4900: Research Project
• PHPC 1001: Foundations in Public Health
• PHPC 2007: Nutrition and Health
• PHPC 2009: Environment and Work

Programme Highlights

• Internship Academic Awards
• Internship Partners:
  • AM730 Media Limited
  • Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong
  • Hong Kong Athletes Career & Education Department, SF&OC
  • Hong Kong China Rowing Association
  • Hong Kong China Rugby
  • Hong Kong China Sports Association for Persons with Intellectual Disability
  • Hong Kong China Table Tennis Association
  • Hong Kong Elite Athletes Association
  • Hong Kong Fire Services Department
  • Hong Kong Playground Association
  • Hong Kong Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council Limited
  • Inspiring Hong Kong Sports Foundation
  • Kai Tak Sports Park
  • Physical Fitness Association of Hong Kong, China
  • RunOurCity Foundation
  • Sportsoho Media Limited
  • Squash Association of Hong Kong, China
  • St. James' Settlement - SJS Fitness Centre
  • The Football Association of Hong Kong, China Limited
  • The Hong Kong Award for Young People Jockey Club Duke of Edinburgh (Expeditions Centre & Training Camp unit)
  • The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (Community Team Sports Office)
  • The Hong Kong Jockey Club (Corporate Branding Department)
  • The Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation
  • Sports Legacy Company Limited, SF&OC
  • Triathlon Association of Hong Kong China
  • Yello Sports Marketing & PR Agency
  • YMCA of Hong Kong

Student Exchange Opportunities

• CUHK-ZJU Summer Exchange Programme 2025
• CUHK-BSU Summer Exchange Programme 2024
• CUHK-ZJU Summer Exchange Programme 2024
• CUHK-BSU Summer Exchange Programme 2023

Events

• Experience Day
• Teaching Practice School Partnership Scheme Launching Ceremony
• Admission Talk for BSc Programme in Exercise Science and Health Education (ESHE)
• Admission Talk for BSc Programme in Human Movement Science and Health Studies (HMSH)

Rankings

• CUHK SSPE was ranked 21st globally in QS World University Rankings for Sports-Related Subjects 2025.