Graduate

Master of Physical Education (MPEd)

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd)

Description of the Program

Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd)

The Department of Physical Education at Uttara University offers a one-year (two semesters) Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd) program. The total credit requirement for the BPEd is 44 credit hours. The program consists of 12 theoretical courses, of which 10 are core courses (23 credit hours) and 2 are General Education (GED) courses (6 credit hours), along with seven practical courses (15 credit hours) conducted both in the classroom and in the field.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The educational objectives of the BPEd program are to ensure that graduates are fundamentally strong, physically and mentally fit, practical, dependable, and professional. Successful graduates will meet the following educational objectives.

PEO1: A broader knowledge base in physical education and sports studies;

PEO2: Leadership skills to utilize in the field of physical education and sports;

PEO3: An ability to research the field of physical education and sports;

PEO4: A conceptual perception of issues affecting the future of sports and physical education in Bangladesh.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

After the completion of the B. P. Ed program students will be able to

PLO 1: familiar with modern concepts of physical education and sports;

PLO 2: recognize their personal cognitive, affective, and psychomotor development;

PLO 3: interpret basic physiological systems;

PLO 4: prepare an effective lesson plan to administer classes;

PLO 5: apply coaching methods to prepare school athletes’ competitions;

PLO 6: prepare and implement sports budget for institutions;

PLO 7: organise intramural and extramural games and sports;

PLO 8: develop the human condition's body, mind, and behavioural aspects.

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Description of the Program

Master of Physical Education (MPEd)

The Department of Physical Education at Uttara University offers a one-year (two semesters) Master of Physical Education (MPEd) program. The total credit requirement for the MPEd is 42 credit hours. The program consists of 12 theoretical courses, of which 10 are core courses (30 credit hours) and 2 are General Education (GED) courses (6 credit hours), along with two practical courses (6 credit hours) conducted both in the classroom and in the field.

Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The educational objectives of the MPEd program are to ensure that graduates are fundamentally strong, physically and mentally fit, practical, dependable, and professional. Successful graduates will meet the following educational objectives.

PEO1: A greater understanding of experiment-based studies on health, physical education, and sports.

PEO2: Development of analyzing capacity, creativity and skills to utilize in the field of physical educationand sports.

PEO3: An ability to research the field of physical education and sports.

PEO4: A conceptual perception of issues affecting the future of Bangladesh's sports, physical education and society.

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

After the completion of the M. P. Ed program, students will be able to:

PLO 1: achieve and develop contemporary Knowledge of Physical Education and Sports.

PLO 2: acquire specific knowledge of body and mind.

PLO 3: analyse physical education and sports performance-related issues critically.

PLO 4: demonstrate competency in research in physical education and sports.

PLO 5: demonstrate skilful performance in physical education content areas and health-enhancing fitness levels.

PLO 6: apply the modern concept in different teaching methods and job sectors.

PLO 7: understanding the historical, social and psychological aspects of activity and sport in society.

PLO 8: gather an expert knowledge of statistics and computer fundamentals as a general education course for research findings.

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Structure of the Curriculum

a) Duration of the Program: Year: 1 Semester: 2

b) Admission Requirements: Graduates (B.A/B.S.S/B.Com/B.B.S/B.Sc, B.Ag.) or holders of a Master of Social Science/Arts, Physical/Biological Science, with at least one-second division from S.S.C. to degree level, are eligible to apply. This condition will be relaxed for serving teachers with M.P.O. Additionally, candidates must be physically and mentally fit. They must qualify for both the written test and viva. The maximum age is 35 for non-teachers and 40 for teachers with M.P.O. If a potential student has a minimum of 10 years of teaching experience or six years of athletic experience at the national level, they will also be considered for the BPEd program.

c) Total Class Weeks in a Year: : 28 Weeks in a Year / 14 Weeks in a Semester (Excluding other activities and assessment).

The total number of courses required for awarding a BPEd degree is 19, and the total credits are 44.

d) Minimum CGPA requirements for graduation: CGPA 2.0

e) Maximum Academic Year of Completion: Within (1+2)= 3 academic years.

g) Category of Courses:

1. General Education Course: 2 Courses
2. Core Theoretical Course: 10 Courses
3. Core Practical Course: 7 Courses

g) Year/ Level/ Semester/ Term wise courses: Spring Semester : (January - June) and Fall Semester : (July - December)