Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Science and Technology

Aims and Characteristics

• Background

The field of sports science and technology is growing rapidly, due not only to the increased awareness of personal health management and the appeal of professional or competitive sports but also to the emerging use of technological innovations to enhance athletic performance and safety, as well as revolutionary changes in sports management. 

Spearheaded by advances in microtechnology and wearable sensors combined with various motion capture, artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, athletes and coaches are now able to make data-driven decisions to maximise their potential while minimising their risk of injury. The general public can also use smart performance-tracking devices to monitor physical health through various biometrics, enabling them to enhance their exercise experience and overcome barriers to physical activity. 

• Aims

Demand is expected to surge for Sports Product Specialists and Engineers who can apply and develop these innovative technologies to optimise human interaction and athletic performance within the world of sports. The aim of our interdisciplinary BSc(Hons) in Sports Science and Technology curriculum is to equip students with both traditional sports science knowledge and the technical and engineering skills needed to meet the challenges of this emerging global field. 

• Characteristics

Foundational knowledge about sports science and technology will be taught by both faculty members through our interdisciplinary curriculum and by field experts who will be invited to share the latest industry knowledge and experiences through workshops and seminars. In addition, students will engage in practical learning through industrial internships (280 hours) and study tours. 

Internships provide students with excellent opportunities to apply the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom in real-world settings, accumulate relevant experience and develop essential workforce skills for their future careers. Study tours expose students to non-local learning opportunities through attending relevant conferences, exhibitions and major sporting events, as well as visiting university laboratories and sports product companies. Exchange opportunities with our overseas partner institutes or through Faculty- and University-level exchange programmes are also available.

All admitted students will embark on a Common Year One curriculum. Towards the end of year one, students can decide whether to continue with their initial choice or switch to another choice within the Faculty of Engineering. Those who wish to change to another choice need to join a competitive process through a ranking assessment, which considers a combination of entrance qualification score, Year One GPA, and interview performance.