Overview
M.P.E. Physical Education (Master of Physical Education) is a 2-year postgraduate programme in physical education and sports (physical education). It covers advanced exercise physiology, kinesiology and biomechanics, research methods, sports training and management and a dissertation.
Course Details
- Level: Postgraduate (PG)
- Duration: 2 years
M.P.E. Physical Education is listed as a 2-year programme. Confirm the structure with the institute.
Eligibility
A bachelor's degree from a recognised university with the minimum marks set by the university or NCTE norms, and a valid entrance score and physical-efficiency test where required.
Admission
Admission is through CUET (PG), university or institute tests with a physical-efficiency test, or merit. Check each institute's notice.
Registration & Recognition
Teaching posts in schools need a recognised physical-education qualification (for example B.P.Ed, as per NCTE) and usually a TET where required. Coaching jobs may ask for sport-specific coaching certificates from the national federations or sports institutes. Check the notice of the recruiting body.
What You Will Learn
The programme covers advanced exercise physiology, kinesiology and biomechanics, research methods, sports training and management and a dissertation.
Where You Can Work
Typical settings include schools and colleges, universities, sports authorities and federations, academies and training centres, gyms and wellness clubs, sports-goods and events companies, the armed forces and police (in physical-training roles), and independent coaching.
Career Options
Graduates can work as college PE teacher (with UGC NET), senior coach, sports scientist, sports administrator. Roles, pay and requirements vary by employer, city and experience.
After This Course
You can move on to a PhD in Physical Education or sports science, teaching and research roles, or senior coaching and administration roles.