Program Overview

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Master of Arts in Physical Education

Overview

The department of Physical Education and Exercise Sciences was established by approval of the Supreme Council of the University in its 2nd session, which was held on 19/2/1977. The first intake of undergraduate students took place in the academic year, while the academic year saw the first intake of graduate students. Until the academic year (1893), students were awarded a Bachelor's degree, and (72) students were awarded a Master's degree. Master's thesis covered various topics such as teaching methods, adopted physical education, school management, school health, and educational supervision.

The department has developed the current program to meet governmental and private institutions' needs. It also aims to improve their educational, social, military, and rehabilitation services, as well as to provide an opportunity for graduate students from Saudi universities to pursue their higher education.

Name of the Academic Degree

Master of Art in Physical Education

Goals

• Aligning with the changes and developments in the area of physical education in the last decade.
• Meeting the desires and needs of physical education teachers and graduate students in accordance with the survey outcomes.
• Meeting the needs and expectations of the beneficiary institutions and sectors (Ministry of Education, sports federations, and the military and security sectors)
• Reaching the desired level of quality, which can be achieved by stepping up the specialized courses, practical training, and modern teaching methods based on technology.
• In compliance with the university's requirements regarding the necessity of developing the higher education programs.

Vision

Being a leading department and achieving excellence in preparing specialized researchers in physical education fields.

Mission

Aiming for the Physical Education department to prepare distinguished researchers through providing students with a high-quality research and scientific environment that meets international standards.

Objectives

• Preparing academic and vocational cadres with the ability to use scientific research methods and applications in the physical education field.
• Preparing specialists to work in public and higher education institutions.
• Improving physical education knowledge and skills.
• Interweaving scientific research in the area of physical education.

Competitive Admission

Students will go through competitive admission according to the following:

• Bachelor's degree (GPA 50%)
• Written exam (20%)
• Personal interview (25%)
• Previous experience (5%)

Knowledge and Comprehension

1. Understanding the newest information and knowledge of physical education.
2. Understanding the new teaching methods that achieve all the objectives of physical education.
3. Deep understanding of the scientific research methods in the field of physical education.

Mental Skills

1. The ability to construct, analyze, and make connections as regards the application of scientific basis for physical activities.
2. To integrate theory with practicing in all physical education activities.
3. The ability to utilize the scientific method to solve problems that may face physical educators.

Professional and Practical Skills

1. Self-learning and continuous development of personal and professional skills.
2. The ability to lead and participate in teamwork activities.
3. The ability to shoulder the responsibility for professional tasks and interpersonal relations.

General Skills

1. The ability to use personal skills to interact with others and accept different points of view.
2. Self-evaluation and practical employment of it.
3. The optimal use of information technology to get the knowledge relevant to physical education.

Program Beneficiaries

• Physical educators in public and private schools.
• Supervisors of physical education at the Ministry of Education.
• Any specialist who is interested in the field of physical education and physical activity.
• Officials and professionals of physical activities in the military and security sectors.

Employment Opportunities Available

• A Supervisor of physical education programs in public and private schools.
• A researcher in the field of physical education.
• Physical education curriculum specialist at the Ministry of Education.
• A specialist preparing physical activities programs at the military and security sectors.

Admission Requirements

Taking into account admission requirements enumerated in the Unified Law Organizing Graduate Studies at Saudi Universities:

1. Applicant must have a bachelor's degree in Physical Education, or any bachelor's degree related to the physical education field.
2. Applicant's GPA should not be below (Very Good) in specialized courses.
3. Applicant must pass the personal interview held by the department committee of graduates' studies.
4. The committee prefers applicants who have skills in English and computer.

Requirements for Obtaining the Degree

Thesis Option:

• Passing (31) study units of master's courses
• Successful completion of master's thesis

Program General Structure

Thesis Option:

• Number of required units is (31) in addition to thesis as follows:
  • Core: 9 courses, 25 units
  • Elective: 2 courses, 6 units
  • Thesis: 1 course, - units
  • Total: 12 courses, 31 units

Program Study Plan

First Level

1. Course Code: 500 BMB, Name: Methods of Research in Sport Sciences and Physical Activity, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
2. Course Code: 501 PHE, Name: Philosophy and trends of Sport Science and Physical Activity, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
3. Course Code: 502 PHE, Name: Curriculum & Teaching Methods in Physical Education, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0) Total: 9 units

Second Level

1. Course Code: 511 BMB, Name: Statistics in Sport Science and Physical Activity, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
2. Course Code: 512 PHE, Name: Assessment and Evaluation in Physical Education (Master's Level), No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
3. Course Code: 513 PHE, Name: New strategies for Inclusion in Physical Education Classes, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0) Total: 9 units

Third Level

1. Course Code: 521 PHE, Name: Technology in Physical Education, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
2. Course Code: 596 PHE, Name: Thesis proposal preparation, No. of Study Units: 1(1+0)
3. Course Code: …..PHE, Name: Elective course (1), No. of Study Units: 3(3+0) Total: 7 units

Fourth Level

1. Course Code: 522 PHE, Name: Independent study, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
2. Course Code: …..PHE, Name: Elective course (2), No. of Study Units: 3(3+0) Total: 6 units

Fifth Level

1. Course Code: 600 PHE, Name: Thesis, No. of Study Units: - Total: -

Elective Courses

1. Course Code: 523 PHE, Name: Applied Activities in Adapted Physical Education, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
2. Course Code: 524 PHE, Name: Seminar in Developmental Psychology, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
3. Course Code: 525 PHE, Name: Seminar in school Recreational Activities, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
4. Course Code: 532 PHE, Name: Physical Education and Health, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)
5. Course Code: 533 PHE, Name: Current Issues in Physical Education, No. of Study Units: 3(3+0)