Malawi University of Science and Technology Bachelor of Science in Sports Science
MUST Bachelor of Science in Sports Science; PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Creativity, innovation, and production require human capital in a sustainable manner and sports sciences plays a great role in strengthening and contributing to social and economic transformation across the globe. The sports sciences programme is critical for: (1) blending Indigenous sports with Eurocentric sports and facilitating cultural cross-over; (2) branding the African holistic problem solving approaches, as it relates to sports sciences, and their underlying principles; (3) developing balanced, viable livelihoods and economic development through sports sciences as resource; (4) ensuring that the local communities benefit economically and socially through sports sciences outreach; and (5) asserting African sport and incorporating it into the formal education system in order to restore pride and dignity for Africans.
The SPS programme will play a major role in addressing the many needs of the Malawian society through providing paradigm and perspectives for meaningful engagement with issues in the realm of sports sciences as it relates to technology, innovation, economics, governance, public fitness, leadership and sustainable development.
Career Prospects
Graduates can venture into sports-related positions such as physical education teachers; exercise physiologists; sport psychologists; sports agents; personal trainers; strength and conditioning coaches; health advisors; sports development officers; cooperate fitness and wellness instructors; recreation and facilities managers; sports equipment designers; sports sciences researchers; biomechanical analysts; match analysts; and sports nutritionists.
