Diploma in Sports and Exercise Sciences Woodlands, North

Course details

Psychology, physiology, nutrition, biomechanics, and prescription are some of the areas of sports and exercise that you will specialise in. We have a world-class sports science lab with industry-standard facilities to train you in the latest technology and prepare you for a thriving career in the sports, fitness, wellness, and health sectors.

With an expanding health industry and Singapore’s goal of becoming a top sporting nation, there are companies awaiting your expertise, such as Sport Singapore, Pilates Fitness and Certis CISCO.

Course Outcomes

• Gain knowledge in the multidisciplinary areas of sports and exercise science
• Acquire practical sports science skills to meet the needs of the sports, fitness, wellness, and health industries
• Develop skills in laboratory/field testing procedures to assess and enhance the performance of athletes
• Learn good practices in injury management and sports safety
• Undergo a 16-week industry attachment programme with a national sports association or established private organisation such as Singapore Athletic Association, Football Association of Singapore, New Balance or Amore Fitness

Career Opportunities

DSES graduates are well-prepared to explore job opportunities in the sports, fitness, wellness, and health industries. These include fitness centres and specialist gyms, sports retail shops, sports associations, and sports institutions. Some careers our graduates have carved out include:

• Allied Health Educator with the Ministry of Education
• Competitive Sports Coach
• Fitness Instructor
• Health and Wellness Consultant
• Personal Trainer

Course Structure

General Modules (28 MC)  

7 compulsory modules: 

• Mathematics 
• Mathematics II 
• Chemistry 
• Physics 
• Organisational Behaviour 
• Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving 
• Effective Communication 

Discipline Modules (12 MC)  

3 compulsory modules: 

• Health and Wellness 
• Inclusive Physical Activity 
• Sociology of Sports, Health and Leisure 

Specialisation Modules (40 MC)  

10 compulsory modules: 

• Anatomy and Physiology 
• Injury Prevention and Management 
• Sports and Exercise Prescription 
• Sports and Exercise Psychology 
• Sports and Exercise Nutrition 
• Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology 
• Exercise Programming and Assessment 
• Human Motor Control and Development 
• Sports and Exercise Physiology 
• Sports and Exercise Biomechanics 

Industry Orientation Programme (28 MC)  

3 compulsory modules: 

• Project 
• Character and Citizenship Education 
• Industry Immersion Programme (20 MC)

Elective Modules (4 MC)  

Select 2 module from the following list: 

• Biochemistry 
• Sports Administration 
• Introduction to Sports Coaching 
• Strategic Sports Development 
• Corporate Wellness 

Freely Chosen Module (4 MC)  

Obtain a total of 4 modular credits from the prescribed range of modules offered by RP's Schools and Centre.