BSC Sports Sciences

Course Overview

BSC Sports Sciences is an exciting and dynamic programme that equips students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the competitive field of sports. This degree programme provides a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles that underpin human performance and the mechanisms that influence exercise and sport. Students will explore the physiological, psychological, and biomechanical aspects of sport and exercise, as well as the social and cultural dimensions of sports.

Course Aims:

The various Sports Science courses at ISST aim to impart students with an understanding of the functioning of the human body and its various systems. Knowledge of sports nutrition, strength and conditioning, and rehabilitation programmes is a must for a sports scientist to improve the performance of athletes. These courses aim to teach all these elements through the use of science-backed technologies and assessment tools.

Course Structure

Semester 01

• Fundamentals of Human Anatomy
• Fundamentals of Human Physiology
• Motor Skills & Neurophysiology in Sports
• Evolution in Sports
• Computer Applications
• Athletics (Running Events)
• Important Olympic Sports: Gymnastics, Fencing, Weight-lifting, Shooting, Archery, Winter Sports: Ice Skating, Ice Hockey, Fighure Skating, Curling, Luge
• Sports Practicals

Semester 02

• Introduction of Kinesiology
• Introduction to Sports & Exercise Physiology
• Introduction to Health & Nutrition
• Fundamentals of Physical Education & Sports
• Fundamentals of Biochemestry
• Athletics (Jumping Events)

Semester 03

• Introduction to Sport Biomechanics
• Research Methodology
• Introduction to Sports & Exercise Psychology
• Exercise Prescription
• Fundamentals of Athletics (Throwing Events)
• PR & Comminication Skills
• Racquet Sports: Tennis, Table-Tennis, Badminton, Squash
• Sports Practicals

Semester 04

• Tests & Measurements in Sports
• First Aid in Sports
• Training Methodology
• Strength & Conditioning
• Exercise Prescription
• Yoga for Sports Performance
• Combative Sports: Wrestling, Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, Judo, Karate, Taekwondo, Kick-boxing, Boxing
• Sports Practicals

• Ball Sports: Football, Basketball,Cricket, Golf, Softball, Volleyball
• Sports Practicals

Semester 05

• Applied Sports Nutrition & Doping
• Advanced Exercise Physiology
• Applied Sports & Exercise Psychology
• Sports Performance Analysis
• Sports Technology
• Exercise Management for Chronic Diseases & Disabilities
• Water Sports: Swimming, Water-polo, Canoeing, Rowing, Kayaking
• Sports Practicals

Semester 06

• Applied Sports Bio-mechanics
• Injury Rehabilitation in Sports
• Sports for Special Populations & Para-Athletes
• Principles of Sports Coaching
• Relaxation Methodologies
• Sports Entrepreneurship in the Sporting Context
• Internship Project
• Sports Practicals