OVERVIEW
The Bachelor of Sport Science Programme is a three-year (six-semester) full-time undergraduate degree offered at the Westville Campus. This programme equips students with a scientific understanding of human performance in training, competition, recovery, grounded in exercise physiology, biomechanics, and psychology. It also prepares graduates for diverse career pathways in the Health and fitness industry, sport coaching, recreation management, physical activity for individuals with disabilities and chronic conditions, and the prevention and rehabilitation of injuries.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a bachelor’s degree
- English – Level 4
- Life Orientation – Level 4
- Mathematics / Mathematics Literacy – Level 3
Please note: Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Selection is subject to space and discipline requirements.
CURRICULUM
Level 1
Semester 1
- History & Management of Sport Science (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Principles of Coaching & Conditioning (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Practical Component Level 1A (8 credits, Sem 1)
- Basic Human Physiology (HPHS111) (16 credits, Sem 1)
Semester 2
- Elements of Human Anatomy (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Kinesiology & Health Education (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Practical Component 1B (8 credits, Sem 2)
- Physiological Changes in Exercise and Training (HPHS112) (16 credits, Sem 2)
Choose ONE of the following isiZulu Modules (16 credits, Sem 2):
- Basic isiZulu Language Studies A (ZULN101) – For non-Zulu speaking students
- Academic Writing (ZULM105) – For Zulu-speaking students
Total Credits – Level 1: 128
Level 2
Core Modules – Semester 1
- Evaluation, Statistics & Measurement of Sport Science (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Practical Component Level 2A (8 credits, Sem 1)
- Introduction to Psychology A (PSYC101) (16 credits, Sem 1)
Core Modules – Semester 2
- Practical Component Level 2B (8 credits, Sem 2)
- Ethics (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Applied Exercise Physiology (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Introduction to Psychology B (PSYC102) (16 credits, Sem 2)
Electives – Exercise Science
- Biomechanical Principles of Sport Science (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Kinanthropometry and Nutrition (16 credits, Sem 2)
Electives – Leisure Science
- Recreation (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Community Studies (HLSC116) (16 credits, Sem 2)
Total Credits – Level 2: 128
Level 3
Core Modules – Semester 1
- Sport Psychology (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Practical Component Level 3A (16 credits, Sem 1)
Core Modules – Semester 2
- Practical Component Level 3B (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Applied Research Methods (HLSC340) (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Rehabilitation Science (16 credits, Sem 2)
Additional Core – Exercise Science Track
- Functional Anatomy and Sport Injuries (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Exercise Biochemistry (16 credits, Sem 2)
- Clinical Sciences I (HLSC311) (16 credits, Sem 1)
Additional Core – Leisure Science Track
- Recreation (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Recreation Services and Disabilities (16 credits, Sem 1)
- Clinical Sciences III (HLSC344) (16 credits, Sem 2)
Total Credits – Level 3:
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Sports coach
- Personal trainer
- Exercise physiologist
- Performance analyst
- Cardiac scientist
- Sports psychologist
