MPEd Syllabus and Subjects

The MPEd syllabus is two years which segregates into four semesters dealing with a wide variety of topics dealing to health, sports and fitness. Master of Physical Education course covers topics like Track and Field, Game Specialization, Exercise Physiology, Structural Kinesiology, and many more. Thus, job opportunities include the health care system, sports, fitness, athletics, games, and other related domains after graduation. 

Table of Contents

• Semester Wise MPEd Syllabus
  • M.P.Ed First year Syllabus
  • M.P.Ed Second year Syllabus
• M.P.Ed Subjects
  • M.P.Ed Subjects In Detail

Semester Wise MPEd Syllabus

The MPEd syllabus consists of 4-8 mandatory core subjects, two elective courses, and numerous practical sessions that include both theoretical and practical lectures, internships, research projects, and assignments. The syllabus is divided into semesters, and the details are provided in the tables below.

M.P.Ed First Year Syllabus

In the table given below are MPEd syllabus for first year:

Semester I	Semester II
Foundations and Principles of Physical Education	Applied Statistics in Physical Education & Sports
Yogic Sciences	Research Process in Physical Education & Sports Science
Physiology of Excercise	Physical Fitness and Wellness
Test Measurement and Evaluation in Physcial Fitness	Health Education and Sports Nutrition
Information & Communication Technology (ICT) in Physical Education	Sports Management and Curriculum Design in Physical Education

M.P.Ed First Year Practicals

In the list given below are the 1st year practicals for Master of Physcial Education syllabus:

• Track and Field II: Throwing Events 
• Self Defense Specialization Karate, Judo, Boxing, Fencing
• Gymnastics-II
• Swimming-II
• Yoga (compulsory ) Aerobics/Self Defense Techniques-Martial Arts,Taekwondo/Shooting/Archery

M.P.Ed Second Year Syllabus

In the table given below are MPEd syllabus for second year:

Semester III	Semester IV
Sports Psychology	Sports Medicine
Research Process in Physical Education & Sports Sciences-II	Community engagement Course
Sports Bio- Mechanics & Kinesiology	Athletic Care and Rehabilitation
Sports Technology	Sports Journalism and Mass Media
Scientific Principles of Sports Training	Value and Environmental Education

M.P.Ed Second Year Practicals

In the list given below are the 2nd year practicals for the Master of Physcial Education syllabus:

•  Track and Field III: Jumping Events   
• Sports and Game Specialization-3
• Sports and Game Specialization-4
• Officiating Lesson of Track & Field/ Gymnastics/ Swimming

Master of Physical Education Subjects

M.P.Ed subjects are designed to provide students with a solid understanding of the field and prepare them for future job opportunities. The syllabus includes core, elective, and practical subjects. Here is a list of the topics covered:

M.P.Ed Core Subjects

In the MPEd syllabus, the core subjects provide the theoretical aspects of physical education, which are listed below:

• Foundations and Principles of Physical Education 
• Scientific Principles of Sports Training
• Information & Communication Technology (ICT) in Physical Education
• Structural Kinesiology
• Tests, Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education
• Research Process in Physical Education & Sports Sciences
• Applied Statistics in Physical Education & Sports

M.P.Ed Elective Subjects

The electives in the course highlight the skill-based topics which help in the growth of the candidate's career. In the list given below are MPEd subjects as electives:

• Sports Medicine
• Physical Fitness and Wellness 
• Health Education and Sports Nutrition
• Trends and Practices in Physical Education
• Olympic Studies
• Value and Environmental Education 

M.P.Ed Practical Subjects

The practicals are a significant part of the course, and candidates need to train and qualify in the sports of their choice to excel in the study. In the list given below are MPEd subjects as practicals:

•  Track and Field III: Jumping Events   
• Sports and Game Specialization-3
• Sports and Game Specialization-4
• Officiating Lesson of Track & Field/ Gymnastics/ Swimming
• Track and Field II: Throwing Events 
• Self Defense Specialization Karate, Judo, Boxing, Fencing
• Gymnastics-II
• Swimming-II
• Yoga (compulsory ) Aerobics/Self Defense Techniques-Martial Arts, Taekwondo/Shooting/Archery

MPEd Subjects in Detail

The Master of Physical Education syllabus aims to equip candidates with advanced skills and technology in sports and physical fitness. Below are some of the MPEd subjects in detail:

MPEd Subjects	Topics
ICT in Physcial Education	Communication & Classroom Interaction, Fundamentals of Computers, MS Office Applications, – ICT Integration in Teaching Learning Process & E-Learning & Web Based Learning.
Test, Measurement and Evaluation in Physcial Education	Meaning, Need and Criteria of Test and Measurement in Physical Education, Physical Fitness Tests and Motor Fitness Tests, Sports skill tests and Anthropometric Measurements.
Applied Statistics in Physcial Education and Sports	Data Classification, Tabulation and Measures of Central Tendency, Measures of Dispersions and Scales, Probability Distributions and Graphs, Inferential and Comparative Statistics.
Physcial Fitness and Wellness	Meaning and Definition of Physical Fitness, Concepts and Components of Physical Fitness,  Nutrition, Aerobic Exercise and Anaerobic Exercise, Flexibility Exercise.
Health Education and Sports Nutrition	Health Education and Health Problems in India, School Health and Hygiene and Health, Introduction to Sports Nutrition and Nutrition and Weight Management.

Master of Physical Education Course Structure

 Master of Physical Education syllabus consists of foundation courses covering theory, as well as electives and practicals. Students must train daily to demonstrate their athletic abilities. Below is the course structure for the MPEd syllabus:

• IV Semesters
• Core and Electives subjects
• Practicals
• Games
• Coaching
• Training
• Projects/Assignments

Master of Physical Education Teaching Methodology and Techniques

The MPEd syllabus covers different teaching techniques and methods that assist students in comprehending the various subjects taught in their classes. Listed below are different teaching methodologies and techniques adopted in the Master of Physical Education syllabus:

• Social Work and Campaigns
• P.Ed basis of Practical and Theoretical Learning
• Guest Lectures, Seminars, and Workshop
• Group Assignment and Discussion
• Awareness Programs

Master of Physical Education Projects

The MpEd syllabus encompasses sports and healthcare fields, providing students with the flexibility to select from a range of project topics. Here are a few examples of MPEd project topics:

• Exercise Physiology
• Physical Exercise and Health
• Physiotherapy,
• Games, Health Education
• Kinanthropometry
• Kinesiology

Master of Physical Education Reference Books

The MPEd syllabus has a range of reference books that help students to expand their knowledge and vision about multiple topics covered in their classes. Some of the best Master of Physical Education books are:

Books	Authors
Introduction to Physical Education, Exercise Science, and Sport	Lumpkin, Angela M
Careers in Sports and Fitness	Schmidt, Debra H
Run Fast: How to Beat Your Best Time Every Time	Higdon, Hal
Global Health 101	Richard Skolnik
Sport Entrepreneurship and Innovation	Ratten, Vanessa and Ferreira, Joao J

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