Master of Physical Education

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About Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed)

Master of Physical Education is a two-year postgraduate program that offers knowledge about sports psychology, sports research methodology, sports medicines, physical injuries in sports and their exercises, computer application in physical education and exercise psychology.

The main aim of the course is to acquaint students with the dynamics of sports activities and to help them understand physical activities related to the sports. Since it's a masters level program, it provides students with professional training and knowledge about fitness in sports and enables them to enhance their skills and abilities in the respective field.

Candidates are also trained to understand the theories and expertise of physical education and gain in-depth knowledge about fitness, physical training, therapy and consultation.

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Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) Eligibility Criteria

  • Minimum Qualification Required: Candidates must have a B.P.Ed (1year)/ B.Sc in Health & Physical Education 3 years.
  • Minimum Marks Required: 50% to 60%

M.P.Ed Admission Process:

  • Admission to the M.P.Ed. course is on the basis of candidates performance in the entrance exam.
  • Few colleges also offer direct admissions on the basis of merit/cut off list.
  • Some of the popular entrance exams for M.P.Ed course are: DU Entrance Examination, Amity Entrance Examination etc.
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Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) Syllabus

First Year:

Research Methodology in Physical Education 

Sports Psychology

Education Technology and Pedagogic Techniques in Physical Education

Exercise Physiology

Computer Application in Sports

Management of Physical Education and Sports

Measurement and Evaluation in Physical Education

Structural Kinesiology

Theory Game 1, Theory Track and Field 1

Second Year:

Sports Medicine

Fitness and Wellness

Talent Identification and Sports Training

Sports Biomechanics

Dissertation/ Yoga/ Adapted Physical Education

Track and Field Compulsory

Sports Industry and Marketing / Sports Sociology

Sports Journalism

Football/ Basketball/ Gymnastics

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Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) Career Options and Job Prospects

Students who are keen to go for higher education after this course can go for M.Phil or Ph.D. in physical education. Physical Education is a great career choice as the demand for physical education teachers/ trainers is on the rise. Candidates can look for jobs in the following areas after the completion of M.P.Ed :

  • Schools
  • Educational Institutes
  • Fitness Centres
  • Health Clinics
  • Sports Clubs
  • Therapy Centres
  • Spas

The start salary of a fresher is Rs. 3 lakh to Rs. 4 lakh. However, with adequate professional knowledge and experience, one can get higher salary packages. Candidates can even start their own fitness centres. Listed below are popular job types for M.P.Ed degree holders:

  • Physical Education Teacher
  • Physical Training Instructor
  • Physical Education Tutor
  • Physical Synthesis Expert
  • Therapist
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FAQs about M.P.Ed

What is the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) course about?

Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) course is about training the candidates about the sports psychology, sports research methodology, sports medicines, physical injuries in sports and their exercises, computer application in physical education and exercise psychology.

What is the duration of a Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) course?

Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) is of a total of 2 years duration.

Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) is a UG or a PG level course?

Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) is a PG level course.

What is the minimum eligibility to pursue the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) course?

To pursue a Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed), the candidate must have pursued 1-year B.P.Ed or 3 years B.Sc in Health & Physical Education.

How much percentage as an aggregate is required to pursue the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed)?

A minimum aggregate of 50% to 60% in the qualifying exam is required to pursue the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed).

What are some of the major subjects included in the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) courses?

Some of the major subjects in the syllabus of Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) are Physical Education, Sports Psychology, Fitness & Wellness, Sports Biomechanics, etc.

What is the fee for Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) courses?

The average fee for Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) is INR 30,000 to 50,000.

What are the top colleges in India for Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) courses?

Some of the top colleges for Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) are St. Xavier's College (Kolkata), Institute of Hotel Management Catering Technology & Applied Nutrition (Panipat), Fergusson College (Pune), Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (Mumbai), Institute of Hotel Management (Bangalore), etc.

Is there any entrance exam to get admission in the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) course?

Yes, some of the entrance exams to pursue Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed) are Maharshi Dayanand University Common Entrance Exam, Delhi University Science, Jammu University Entrance Test, Delhi University Arts, etc.

What are some of the top job roles for Master of Physical Education candidates?

Some of the top job roles for Master of Physical Education candidates are Physical Education Teacher, Physical Training Instructor, Physical Education Tutor, Physical Synthesis Expert, Therapist, etc.
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Related Questions

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Abhik Das, Student / Alumni

-Answered on July-09-2021

Dear student, the M.P.Ed admission process at Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences New Delhi has not yet started for the academic year 2021-22. Call the admission officials of the institute through the contact details provided below to find out the tentative schedule for the M.P.Ed admission process of IGIPESS New Delhi - 

Phone - 011-28544497

Email - principal@igipess.du.ac.in

You can also apply for M.P.Ed admission in other reputed institutions with the help of our common application form. Apply for admission into hundreds of colleges through a single application form. Get all the details regarding the admission process through the common application form from 18005729877.