Physical Education and Sports Science

🏅 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭-𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐚𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞?

Balancing training, competitions, studies, and personal well-being can be challenging. This practical and discussion-based workshop equips student-athletes, parents, coaches, and educators with strategies to help young athletes thrive both on and off the field.

Led by Mr Steven Quek, an educator and coach with over 40 years of experience in student-athlete development, this workshop draws on his extensive experience supporting young athletes. A recipient of multiple teaching and coaching awards, Mr Quek is widely recognised for his contributions to student-athlete development.

In this workshop, participants will:
✅ Understand the unique challenges faced by student-athletes
✅ Apply practical strategies for time management, planning, and prioritisation
✅ Support healthy training, recovery, and long-term athlete development
✅ Make informed decisions during examinations, competitions, and other high-pressure situations
✅ Develop a balanced approach to sporting excellence, academic success, and well-being

𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹-𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁-𝗔𝘁𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁
👤 Instructor: Mr Steven Quek
🗓️ 6 Aug 2026 (Thursday, 9am–5pm)

Register now!
🔗 https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/admissions/continuing-education-training/cpe0004-sporting-excellence-academic-success-and-well-being?fbclid=IwY2xjawSXDaNleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFMaXI0emdWMVQzRDZONTlNc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHqOdDxwnoK3E10Vzrk8ztMw6AiEP7pUcSNNWK7uAX_8Hs7jMvbCA-xIiZyYC_aem_feysHL3gNpHZ6K4JlS_Ygw

CPE0004 Sporting Excellence, Academic Success and Well-Being - Helping Student-Athletes Work Smart Supports student-athletes in balancing sporting excellence and academics with practical tools for time management, communication, and decision-making.

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴! 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗙𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟯𝟮 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗣𝗘𝗦𝗦, 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲.

We are setting up a new research centre, right here within our department to further advance our mission in sports, health and physical education. This is an excellent opportunity for early career scholars in the field of PE, sport, physical activity and health!

Check out the ads and apply by 24 June 2026: https://ntu.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Careers/job/Research-Fellow--Physical-Education---Sports-Science-Department---NIE-_R00024836

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Research Fellow (Physical Education & Sports Science Department) [NIE] The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Fellow on a 32-month contract at the Physical Education and Sport Science (PESS) Department. Project Title: Research Centre for Sport, Physical Activity, and Health Project Introduction: The newly establis...

🥗 𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲?

Discover the science behind sports nutrition with Assoc Prof Stephen Burns, an expert in exercise physiology whose research focuses on athlete health and performance. Learn evidence-based nutrition strategies to separate facts from fads and make informed decisions that support training, recovery, and performance.

In this 2-hour workshop, participants will:
✅ Understand how carbohydrates support energy needs during exercise
✅ Learn how much protein is needed for muscle building and recovery
✅ Evaluate the role of micronutrients and popular supplements in sports performance
✅ Develop effective hydration strategies for training and competition

𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗡𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗱𝘀
👤 Instructor: Assoc Prof Stephen Burns
🗓️ 1 Aug 2026 (Saturday, 9.30am–11.30am)

👉 Register now
🔗https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/admissions/continuing-education-training/cpe0003-sport-nutrition-for-better-performance?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExcUUwYXJBQVF5emxuaHlBbXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7Oh3gMpbwepgvHBKLmYO_EVNif2_8HyB78ynmaSGs1SQfIfeuMB3yfUti5-g_aem_bXml00OnMDiQDAEqunewKw

📚 Positions at PESS
Physical Education and Sport Pedagogy 👉 https://tinyurl.com/PESSped2026

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗽𝗵𝘆𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆? 🏃‍♀️🏊‍♂️🧠

We are offering two modular graduate courses for the August 2026 semester:
📘 RES910 – Physical Activity, Nutrition and Health https://lnkd.in/gzAz94iT
📗 RES911 – Psychology of Physical Activity https://lnkd.in/gntvA6kf

Both courses are conducted through classroom sessions and asynchronous e-learning, making them suitable for working professionals.

These Master’s level courses help you gain in-demand knowledge at your own pace for professional growth without committing to a full degree upfront.

❓Why take a modular graduate course?
✅Try before you commit: Experience graduate-level learning as a taster before applying for a full Master’s programme.
✅Transfer credits earned: Credits earned may be transferable towards a relevant Master’s degree*.
✅Learn flexibly for career growth: Develop professionally without enrolling as a matriculated student.

These modules are part of the Master of Science (Exercise & Sport Studies) programme and may be stackable towards further graduate studies. Various funding scheme available for eligible applicants.
*conditions apply
📅 Apply by 8 June 2026
More information:
https://lnkd.in/gYCuHfFU

🎓 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀? 🏊‍♀️ ⚽ 🏸

Application for the Jan 2027 Semester is open! https://lnkd.in/gbppuh7P

Engage directly with our professors and programme teams as we share insights into our research, programmes, and the unique learning experience at NIE on 15 May 2026 at 1500 online.

Learn why students from around the world choose to study with us and how an NIE education can support your academic and professional aspirations.

We invite you to invest in your growth and take the next step toward a future filled with possibility.

Featured Programmes:
1️⃣MSc (Exercise and Sport Studies)
2️⃣Master of Science (by research)
3️⃣Doctor of Philosophy

With focus on research areas in:

• Health and Wellness Strength
• Conditioning and Rehabilitation
• Sports Performance and Data Analytics
• High-Performance
• Sport Psychology and Behavioural Science
• Sport Coaching and Athlete Development
• Sport Management
• many more...

Speakers:
- Dr Yap Heng Yeow
- Assistant Professor Luis Calmeiro

https://lnkd.in/gMev7J8n

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Wishing all our Muslim colleagues and followers a blessed Eid.

May this festive season bring happiness, peace, and togetherness for everyone. Selamat Hari Raya! Have a joyful and meaningful celebration!

𝗞𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗧𝗨? ⚽🎾🏓🏊🏃♀️

For registration of the online talk, https://shorturl.at/Lj8Df

For more information on the BSc in Sport Science & Management (SSM) programme, please visit: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/education/undergraduate-programme/bachelor-of-science-in-sport-science-management

Closing date for Application to the SSM programme is on19 March 2026 for A Levels and International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Holders.

For more details on international qualifications, please visit: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/admissions/undergraduate/admission-guide/international-qualifications

Galloping into the Year of Horse with scrumptious lunches in the Neigh-bourhood. Yeehaw!

May the Year of the Fire Horse bring us blazing energy to chase our dreams and the horsepower to overcome any hurdle. Here's to forward momentum. Happy Lunar New Year!

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Congratulations to Assistant Professor Alicia Goodwill, PhD. on receiving the NIE Excellence in Teaching Commendation 2025 at the NIE Staff Awards Ceremony held on 22 January 2026.

This annual event recognises and celebrates the outstanding contributions of our colleagues across teaching, research, mentoring, service, and innovation.
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