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Sports & Health
Diploma In Sports and Health is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of both the sports and health industries, offering two Majors - Major in Sports Management and Major in Health Coaching.
Major in Sports Management:
Students taking Major in Sports Management will explore areas such as sports administration, events and facilities management, sports law and policies, and strategic planning in sports organizations. They will develop skills in leadership, communication, and decision-making to effectively manage sports organizations, events, and facilities.
Major in Health Coaching:
Students in Major in Health Coaching will delve into topics such as behavior change strategies, motivational interviewing techniques, using holistic approaches to health and wellness and developing practical strategies with individuals towards a healthier lifestyle. They will learn how to empower individuals to make positive lifestyle changes and achieve their health goals.
Applicants with physical mobility may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Interested applicants with this condition should check directly with Republic Polytechnic for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Health Sciences |
| Track/Specialisation | This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:
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| Certification offered | Diploma in Sports & Health |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Sciences cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any 1 relevant subject:
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-6 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-6 |
Course modules
- Innovation and Practice
- Singapore, the World and I
- Effective Workplace Communication
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth I)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready I)
- Designing Your Life (Personal Growth II)
- Designing Your Life (Future-Ready II)
- Designing Your Impact
- Introduction to Experiential Education
- Inclusive Physical Activity
- Biopsychosocial Aspects of Ageing
- Physical Activities for Youth and Adults
- Health Promotion
- Exercise Programming and Assessment
- Data Analytics For Population Health
- Introduction to Community Care
- Introduction to Sport Coaching
- Foundations of Kinesiology
Major in Health Coaching
- Marketing
- Introduction to Counselling and Communication
- Nutrition
- Health Psychology
- Behaviour Change
- Health Management across Lifespan
- Biological Systems
- Nutrition Care Process
Major in Sports Management
- Marketing
- Tourism and Hospitality in the Digital World
- Event Design and Experience
- Sport Facilities Management
- Sports Business
- Sports and Leisure Related Law
- Sports Events Management
- Sports Policies
Option A
- Select Elective modules totalling 12 Modular Credits (MCs) from the list of electives below and/or the modules in applicable Minor Programmes
Option B
- Select a Minor Programme
Option C
- Select a CET-based Certificate programme and Elective module(s) from the list of electives below and/or in applicable Minor Programmes (only for eligible students)
List of Electives:
(Only applicable for students transferring from the Sports Cluster)
- Sports and Exercise Psychology
- Sports and Exercise Nutrition
One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
- Project
And select one module from the list below:
- Industry Immersion Programme
- Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme
- Corporate Innovation Immersion Programme
Internship
| Internship duration | 20 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Community Sports Executive
- Fitness instructor/trainer
- Sports Administrator
- Sport Event/Facility Manager
- Sports Merchandising Manager
- Careers related to Community Sports/Sports merchandise/Sports facilities/National Sports Associations (NSAs)/Fitness
- Care Coordinator
- Corporate Wellness Executive
- Fitness Coach
- Health & Wellness Coach
- Health Promotion Programme Executive
- Wellbeing Coordinator
- Careers related to Community Care/Corporate wellness/Fitness/Healthcare
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.