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UKZN B Sport Science Requirements

The requirements for undertaking the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) B Sport Science .

CHS – SPSC 1 Selection for the Bachelor of Sport Science

Candidates are eligible to apply for selections to register for the qualification of Bachelor of Sport Science provided they have

  1. a) an NSC degree pass with English, Life Orientation level 4 and Mathematics/Mathematics Literacy at level 3

(b)            30 points excluding Life Orientation

CHS – SPSC 2 Curriculum for the Bachelor of Sport Science

The curriculum for the qualification Bachelor of Sport Science, comprising modules with a total credit point value of 384 credits as approved by the Senate, shall extend over six semesters of full-time study.

CHS – SPSC 3 Progression requirements

To maintain their good standing, and to avoid either warning for slow academic progress or exclusion from the University, students must maintain minimum rates of progression through their qualifications. Minimum rates of acceptable progression for this qualification are set out below.

CHS – SPSC 4 Attendance

Attendance to all practical modules are compulsory.

Number Semesters

registered

Min. Progression

requirements

“At Risk” threshold

(75% of Maximum)

Normal progression
1 32 54 72
2 64 96 128
3 96 138 184
4 144 192 256
5 176 240 320
6 216 288 384

 

Curriculum for Bachelor of Sport Science(B-SPS)
Level 1
Code Name of Module Credits Sem
SSBR101 History & Management of Sport Science 16 1
SSBR113 Principles of Coaching & Conditioning 16 1
SSBR115 Practical Component level 1A 8 1
HPHS111 Basic Human Physiology 16 1
SSBR112 Elements of Human Anatomy 16 2
SSBR114 Kinesiology & Health Education 16 2
SSBR116 Practical Component 1B 8 2
HPHS112 Physiological changes in Exercise and Training 16 2
choose ONE of the following isiZulu Modules:
ZULN101 Basic isiZulu languages Studies A 16 2
ZULM105 Academic Writing 16 2
ZULN101 (non-Zulu speaking students) ZULM105 (Zulu speaking students)
  Total credits: level 1 128  
Level 2
SSBR211 Evaluation, Statistics & Measurement of Sport Science 16 1
SSBR215 Practical Component level 2A 8 1
PSYC101 Introduction to Psychology A 16 1
SSBR216 Practical Component level 2B 8 2
SSBR218 Ethics 16 2
SSBR233 Applied Exercise Physiology 16 2
PSYC102 Introduction to Psychology B 16 2
Biokinetics and Exercise Electives
SSBR213 Biomechanical Principles of Sport Science 16 1
SSBR234 Kinanthropometry and Nutrition 16 2
Leisure Science Electives
SSBR221 Recreation 16 1
HLSC116 Community Studies 16 2
  Total Credits: level 2 128  
Level 3
SSBR311 Sport Psychology 16 1
SSBR315 Practical Component level 3A 16 1
SSBR316 Practical Component level 3B 16 2
HLSC340 Applied Research Methods 16 2
SSBR314 Rehabilitation Science 16 2
Additional Core for Biokinetics and Exercise
SSBR319 Functional Anatomy and Sport Injuries 16 1
SSBR304 Exercise Biochemistry 16 2
HLSC311 Clinical Sciences 1 16 1
Additional Core for Leisure Science
SSBR312 Recreation 16 1
SSBR317 Recreation Services and Disabilities 16 1
HLSC344 Clinical Sciences III 16 2
  Total credits at level 3

Total credits for the degree

128

384

However, if you meet the requirements and wish to apply to study this course. You can simply check the application processes.

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