BSc · Health Sciences
BSc Health, Physical Education and Recreation
- Qualification
- BSc
- Duration
- 4 years
- Region
- Central
Overview
Health, Physical Education and Recreation combines health education, exercise, sports and leisure to promote lifelong physical and mental wellbeing. In Ghana, it supports healthier schools and communities while creating opportunities in education, sports development, fitness and recreation management.
What you will study
You study human anatomy and physiology, exercise science, physical education methods, health education, sports coaching, recreation, first aid and programme management. You build skills in lesson planning, fitness assessment, leadership, teamwork, activity instruction and community health promotion.
Career prospects
You can work as a physical education teacher, health education teacher, sports coach, fitness instructor, recreation officer, wellness coordinator or sports programme administrator, subject to teaching and professional requirements. Employers include schools, universities, sports associations, gyms, hotels, local authorities, corporate wellness programmes and organisations such as the National Sports Authority.
Who this programme may suit
You thrive if you are energetic, people-oriented and genuinely interested in movement, teaching and healthy living. Leadership, creativity, patience and the ability to motivate different age groups will support your success.