Sports & Recreation Management

Program Description

Learning Outcomes

Requirements

Program Structure

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Sports & Recreation Management
Institution
King Saud University
Location
Saudi Arabia
Total Tuition
$ 29870
Intakes
September
Application deadline
January
Application Fee
133
Program Description

The program designed to provide a stimulating educational and research environment to prepare specialized and distinguished cadres to work in the various fields of sports and recreational management, and our vision is to lead and excel in this field at the local, regional and global levels.

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Learning Outcomes

Graduates are equipped with the following competencies to meet modern labor market needs:
  • Managerial Proficiency: Mastery of theories and practices in human resources, finance, sports economics, and risk management specific to sports environments.
  • Event & Facility Oversight: The ability to plan and manage large-scale sports events and supervise complex recreational facilities.
  • Strategic Marketing: Understanding customer behavior and developing targeted marketing and investment strategies for sports organizations.
  • Technological Integration: Utilizing data collection, analysis, and modern communication tools to solve organizational issues creatively.
  • Professional Leadership: Demonstrating high ethical standards, integrity, and the ability to lead diverse teams effectively in a professional setting.

Requirements

  • Preparatory Year Completion: Successfully finish the common preparatory year (Humanities Track) with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 out of 5.0.
  • Physical Fitness & Skills Test: Pass a standardized test evaluating physical abilities, skills, and posture.
  • Medical Assessment: Be declared medically fit for the program’s physical demands through an official evaluation.
  • Personal Interview: Successfully pass a formal interview conducted by the college’s committee.
  • Competitive GPA: Final admission into the specific track is competitive and depends on available seats and the student’s overall GPA at the end of the common year.

Program Structure

First Year – First Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
140 NJM English Language (1) – 6 15 –
140 NHJ University Skills – 3 3 –
140 IHS Introduction to Statistics – 3 4 –
140 TQN Computer Skills – 3 4 –
150 FGB Fitness and Health Culture – 1 2 –
Total 16 Units 25 Actual Hours


First Year– Second Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
101 TTB Introduction to Sport Science & Physical Activity Theoretical 2 2 –
112 ART Introduction to Sport & Recreation Management Theoretical 2 2 –
102 MSK Psychological Foundations of Health & Sport Theoretical 2 2 –
105 MSK Motor Development Theoretical 2 2 –
125 ART Sport & Recreation in Contemporary Society Theoretical 2 2 –
180 FGB Fundamentals of Physical Conditioning Theoretical 1 1 –
– Practical 1 2 –
116 FGB Nutrition for Health & Sport Theoretical 2 2 –
127 TTB Applications in Track & Field Competitions (1) Practical 2 4 –
Total 16 Units 19 Actual Hours


Second Year – First Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
101 SALM Principles of Islamic Culture Theoretical 2 2 –
140 ARB Writing Skills Theoretical 2 2 –
202 TTB Applications in Physical Exercises Practical 2 4 –
207 MSK Social Aspects of Sport & Physical Activity Theoretical 2 2 –
204 MSK Functional Anatomy & Principles of Physiology Theoretical 2 2 –
– Practical 1 2 –
231 ART Fundamentals of Business Management in Sport & Recreation Theoretical 2 2 –
218 ART Sport Facilities and Equipment Theoretical 2 2 –
220 ART Public Relations in Sport & Recreation Theoretical 2 2 –
Total 17 Units 20 Actual Hours


Second Year – Second Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
107 SALM Professional Ethics Theoretical 2 2 –
206 TTB Applications in Swimming Practical 2 4 –
209 MSK Measurement & Evaluation in Sport Science Theoretical 3 3 101 TTB
228 FGB Physical Effort & Public Health Theoretical 2 2 –
204 TTB Health Education Theoretical 2 2 –
– Theoretical 2 2 –
236 ART Leadership in Sport & Physical Activity Theoretical 2 2 –
238 ART Media & Technology in Sport & Physical Activity Theoretical 2 2 –
232 ART Recreation Program Design Theoretical 2 19 –
Total 17 Units 20 Actual Hours


Third Year – First Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
000 SALM Elective Theoretical 2 2 –
303 TTB Applications in Gymnastics Practical 2 4 –
213 MSK Sports Injuries & First Aid Theoretical 2 2 204 MSK
210 MSK Kinesiology Theoretical 2 2 –
342 ART Fundamentals of Sports Marketing Theoretical 2 2 –
347 ART Management of Sport & Recreation Facilities Theoretical 2 2 218 ART
302 ART Management of Sport & Recreation Events Theoretical 2 2 218 ART – 232 ART
301 ART Recreation & Free Activity Theoretical 2 2 –
0000 Elective Practical 1 1 –
Total 17 Units 19 Actual Hours


Third Year– Second Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
000 SALM Elective Theoretical 2 2 –
307 TTB Applications in Basketball Practical 2 4 –
329 MSK Motor Learning & Control Theoretical 2 2 105 MSK
– Practical 1 2 –
300 TTB Physical Activity for Special Needs Theoretical 2 2 –
340 ART Experiential Learning Practical 2 4 –
348 ART Human Resource Management in Sport & Recreation Theoretical 2 2 –
346 ART Seminar: Modern Topics in Sport & Recreation Management Theoretical 1 1 –
000 Elective Theoretical 2 2 –
000 Free Course Theoretical 2 2 –
Total 18 Units 23 Actual Hours

Fourth Year – First Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
310 TTB Applications in Volleyball Practical 2 4 –
498 ART Independent Study Theoretical 2 2 –
444 ART Therapeutic Recreation Theoretical 2 2 232 ART
449 ART Applied Research in Sport & Recreation Management Theoretical 2 2 –
445 ART Ethical Aspects in Sport & Recreation Theoretical 2 2 –
403 ART Athlete Management Theoretical 2 2 –
443 ART Systems & Regulations in Sport & Recreation Theoretical 3 3 –
000 Elective Theoretical 2 2 –
Total 17 Units 19 Actual Hours


Fourth Year – Second Semester

Course Code Course Name Activity Credit Hours Actual Hours Prerequisite
499 ART Field Training Theoretical 12 12 All previous courses in the plan
Total 12 Units 12 Actual Hours
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Program Overview
Study Format
On-campus
Program Level
Bachelor
Language Of Materials
English
Language Of Teaching
English
Mode
Full-time
Duration By Months
48
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Contact Admission
King Saud University
Phone Number
+966114696666
Email
sportssciences@ksu.edu.sa

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