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Programme Overview

  • Academic Level

    Diploma Course

  • Study Modes

    Full-Time, Part-Time

  • Course Duration

    Full-Time: 9 - 12 months 

    Part-Time: 12 months

  • Intake Months

    Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct

  • Estimated Course Fees

    S$7,673.60

  • Mode of Delivery

    Blended Learning (City Campus & Online)
Overview

Introduction

This sports science diploma is designed to meet an increasing demand and need for sport, health, exercise and fitness. You will play a vital role in improving the health and fitness​ levels of health-conscious individuals, gym members, and corporate clients. You will also develop sport science knowledge and coaching skills to help in high performance ​sports.​ By the end of this sports science diploma, you will: ​

  • Have a good understanding of core concepts related to sport and exercise sciences, including nutrition, psychology, functional anatomy, and strength and conditioning​
  • Develop skills in personal training, coaching and lifestyle/weight management​​
  • Gain valuable hands-on and industry-related experience through quality supervision and applied projects

Choose to study full-time or part-time and enjoy a flexible mix of online and in-person learning. Upon completion, you can choose to further your studies with a degree from our university partners*. 

*Subject to university's approval. 

Course Highlights

  • Purpose-Built Sports Lab

    Study in an industry-standard facility focused on optimising athlete performance through sport science technology such as speed gates and 3D motion cameras.

  • Learn from Industry Practitioners

    Gain industry insights from our experienced team of sport science lecturers, which include certified personal trainers and sport coaches.

  • Professional Recognition

    In collaboration with SportSG, graduates from this sports diploma enjoy direct waivers to CoachSG’s FSS and ISS courses.

  • Direct Entry to University

    Advance directly into Year 2 of a Bachelor’s Degree with our university partners or receive module exemptions; subject to university’s approval.

Industry Collaboration

SportSG / CoachSG

One of the goals of Vision 2030 is extending the impact of the Singapore Sport Institute (SSI) the high performance arm of SportSG – to reinforce the high performance system. SportSG designed a concept of an ‘academy’ for coaches in 2015, and officially launched CoachSG in May 2017 with a first ever coaching conference.

Student Stories

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    This diploma has empowered me to design more evidence-based training programmes, approach injury prevention with greater precision, and prepare for more specialised roles within the fitness and rehabilitation industry.
    Naethan Vinod S/O Mahedran
    Alumni Class of 2025 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences, PSB Academy
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    My most memorable experience was completing a hands-on assignment where we designed and implemented a training program for a fellow student. It was incredibly fulfilling to put my knowledge into action and see the real impact of my training plan.
    James Hong
    Alumni Class of 2023 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences, PSB Academy
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    PSB Academy has been instrumental in providing a quality education that has helped me get a head start in my career.
    Tharshini D/O Rajasegar
    Alumni Class of 2023 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Diploma in Sport and Exercise Sciences, PSB Academy
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Duration

Students will be studying 9 modules, and are expected to complete the course within 12 months with possible completion in 9 months.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • Academic Reading and Writing 2
  • Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Methods of Group Exercise Instruction
  • Physiology of Sport and Exercise
  • Principles of Weight Training
  • Professional Studies
  • Sport and Exercise Nutrition
  • Sport and Exercise Psychology

The delivery of modules is subject to change and may not follow the sequence as shown above.
Read more about the modules here.

Lesson Duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session

Intakes

  • January
  • April
  • July
  • October

Minimum Class Size

10

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work, final examinations,  external examinations and others.

Maximum Candidature

24 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and progress to our Degree programmes, students have to:

  • complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure
  • fulfil attendance requirement

 

Duration

Students will be studying 9 modules, and are expected to complete the course within 12 months.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • Academic Reading and Writing 2
  • Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise
  • Functional Anatomy
  • Methods of Group Exercise Instruction
  • Physiology of Sport and Exercise
  • Principles of Weight Training
  • Professional Studies
  • Sport and Exercise Nutrition
  • Sport and Exercise Psychology

The delivery of modules is subject to change and may not follow the sequence as shown above.
Read more about the modules here.

Lesson Duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session

 

Intakes

  • January
  • April
  • July
  • October

Minimum Class Size

10 

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work, final examinations,  external examinations and others.

Maximum Candidature

24 months

 

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and progress to our Degree programmes, students have to:

  • complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure
  • fulfil attendance requirement

Academic Requirements

  • 2 GCE ‘A’ Levels; OR
  • PSB Certificate in Sport and Exercise Sciences; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years work experience); OR
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE ‘O’ level English (grade 1 to 7); OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy’s Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

International Qualifications

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Academic Requirements

  • 2 GCE ‘A’ Levels; OR
  • PSB Certificate in Sport and Exercise Sciences; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years work experience); OR
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE ‘O’ level English (grade 1 to 7); OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy’s Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

Course Fee

Singapore-based Students

  • Course Fee: S$7,673.60
  • Progressing Students (After Rebate): S$6,906.24

International Students

  • Course Fee: S$12,644.00

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee
    • New Students: S$160.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived
  • Student Development and Administration Fee:
    • New Students: S$430.00
    • Progressing Students: S$430.00

International Students

  • Application Fee
    • New Students: S$490.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived
  • Student Development and Administration Fee:
    • New Students: S$1,280.00
    • Progressing Students: S$580.00

Miscellaneous Fees

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Course Fee

Singapore-Based Students:

  • Course Fee: S$7,673.60
  • Progressing Student Rate (After Rebate): S$6,906.24

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$160.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived

Miscellaneous Fees

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