Master of Sports Science (MSS) is a 2-year program by Tribhuvan University, Institute of Science and Technology.
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The eligibility of students to be admitted to the sports science course is a Bachelor's degree in anydiscipline with a sports background. However, the preference will be given to those studentswho have a background in general science, medical science, engineering, and physical educationbecause of the science-based courses. A written and practical entrance test (50+50) on basicskills of games, the aptitude of students will be conducted before admitting the students. Thenumber of students accommodated in a group will be 30.
SN | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | SPS 551 | Introduction to Sports Science | 3 |
2 | SPS 552 | Sport Psychology | 3 |
3 | SPS 553 | Sports Sociology | 3 |
4 | SPS 554 | Sports Injuries and Physiotherapy | 3 |
5 | SPS 555 | Track and Field | 3 |
6 | SPS 556 | Volleyball | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 18
SN | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | SPS 561 | Biomechanics and Scientific Principles of Games and Sports | 3 |
2 | SPS 562 | Sports Training, Coaching Science and Officiating | 3 |
3 | SPS 563 | Specialization(choose one): • Sport Medicine and Exercise Physiology I • Sports Management I • Sports Pedagogy I | 3 |
4 | SPS 565 | Health and Physical Fitness | 3 |
5 | SPS 566 | Ball Games (Football or Basketball) | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
SN | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | SPS 571 | Research Methodology | 3 |
2 | SPS 572 | Specialization II(same stream as SPS 563) | 3 |
3 | SPS 573 | Field Games (Cricket or Taekwondo or Karate) | 3 |
4 | SPS 574 | Test, Measurement and Kinanthropometry | 3 |
5 | SPS 576 | Racket Games (Table Tennis or Badminton) | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 15
SN | Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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1 | SPS 581 | Thesis | 6 |
2 | SPS 582 | Organization of Coaching Camps and Sports Meets, Management in Respective Games, National and International Organization of Sport Science | 3 |
3 | SPS 583 | Elective (any one): • Leisure Sports • Sports Journalism | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
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Students must choose the same specialization track in the 3rd semester as selected in the 2nd semester (e.g., Sports Medicine I ➝ Sports Medicine II).
Understand human physiology and biomechanics in sports
Design training and performance enhancement programs
Apply sports psychology and nutrition principles
Conduct fitness assessments and injury prevention
Use technology in sports analysis and monitoring
Promote health, wellness, and physical education
Conduct research in sports science and performance
This degree program emphasizes the physiological aspects of physical activity, equipping students with a deep understanding of how to identify and prevent injuries that may arise from daily activities, illnesses, athletic training, or sports participation. It blends theoretical and practical knowledge of sports science, including:
Injury prevention
First aid and emergency care
Management in sports settings
The impact of illness and disease on physical performance and well-being
Students will explore both scientific principles and practical applications within the realm of health and athletic performance.
The course aims to develop skilled professionals who can serve the nation in various roles related to sports and physical education. Key objectives include:
To train exercise physiologists for national health and fitness initiatives.
To produce sports managers equipped to lead in the field of sports administration.
To develop sports coaches, development officers, and sports therapists.
To prepare qualified sports teachers for schools and colleges.
