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Master of Physical and Health Education

Testamur Title of Degree:

Master of Physical and Health Education

Abbreviation:

MPHEd

Home Faculty:

Education

Duration:

1 year full-time or part time equivalent

Total Credit Points:

48

Delivery Mode:

Distance, on campus (Online delivery) -

Starting Session(s):

Autumn or Spring

Location:

Distance, Wollongong

UOW Course Code:

1576

CRICOS Code:

054116G

Overview

The Master of Physical & Health Education is for practitioners in sport, recreation and physical and health education related fields, to upgrade their qualifications and stay abreast of developments in their fields. The program on offer in 2008 has been reviewed, and the program below replaces the previous program offered in conjunction with Charles Stuart University. Continuing students wishing to discuss their progression in the new program should contact the PE Program co-ordinator.

Entry Requirements

Students will have a four year undergraduate degree with a recognized teaching credential in Physical and Health Education. Special consideration may be given to students who have, for example, substantial experience in the field.

Course Requirements

Core Subjects:

Credit Points

EDGZ921

Introduction to Research and Inquiry

6

Plus 24 cp chosen from the following list

EDGP934

Cultural Politics of Sport, Leisure and Physical Education

6

EDGP935

Leadership and Management in Physical Education, Sport and Recreation

6

EDGP930

Theoretical and Practical Bases of Coach Education

6

EDGP931

Project for EDGP930

2

EDGP990

Practicum in a Learning Environment

6

EDGP991

Project for EDGP990

2

EDGP924

Young People and Health

6

EDGI911

Information Technology in Education and Training

6

EDGI912

Project for EDGI911

2

EDGI913

Instructional Strategies and Authoring

6

EDGI914

Project for EDGI913

2

EDGZ903

Minor Project

8

Elective subjects:

The remainder of the 48cp program can be chosen from the list above, or from subjects chosen from the postgraduate program of the Physical and Health Education, Educational Leadership, Special Education or Information Technology specialisations, in consultation with the Physical and Health Education Co-ordinator.

 
   

Last reviewed: 6 November, 2007 

 
   
 
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