Information Package / Course Catalogue
Introduction to Sports Science
Course Code: SYB101
Course Type: Required
Couse Group: First Cycle (Bachelor's Degree)
Education Language: Turkish
Work Placement: N
Theory: 3
Prt.: 0
Credit: 3
Lab: 0
ECTS: 3
Objectives of the Course

The development of physical education and sports, the concepts, publications, professional areas, education and performance to give the relationship between the personal and social aspects of students healthy and well-morally, having a balanced personality general objectives.

Course Content

Lecture, Question and Answer, Drill and Practice, Group Work, Self Study, Measurement Methods

Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1.Historical development of sport science
2.Basic concepts in physical education and sport
3.Basic foundations of sport science
4.Philosophy of physical education and sport
5.Examines the philosophy of physical education and sports
6.Explain sports organizations in the world and in Türkiye.
7.Can explain sports organizations.
Recommended or Required Reading
1.Mirzaoğlu, N (Edi.) (2003). Introduction to Sport Sciences. Ankara: Sports Publisher
2.Inal A.N., Sports Sciences (2000). S. Ü. Konya Foundation Publications
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week 1 - Theoretical
Information about the purpose and functioning of the course. Information about the basic concepts of sports sciences (Skill, Movement, Training, etc.) and their importance.
Week 2 - Theoretical
Origin, development and benefits of physical education and sports
Week 3 - Theoretical
Historical development of physical education and sports and comparison of physical education and sports practices of different countries.
Week 4 - Theoretical
The development of sports in ancient times and the effects of sports in the modern age
Week 5 - Theoretical
The birth, characteristics and effects of sports philosophy
Week 6 - Theoretical
Sports pedagogy and fields of study
Week 7 - Theoretical
Lifelong sports understanding
Week 8 - Intermediate Exam
Midterm exam
Week 9 - Theoretical
Sports organizations in the world and Turkey (interim evaluation)
Week 10 - Theoretical
Development and organization of the Turkish sports system
Week 11 - Theoretical
Student presentations on the definition, purposes, basic elements and sample organizations of sports organizations
Week 12 - Theoretical
Stages of sports organizations and relevant committees.
Week 13 - Theoretical
Management and Organization in Sports
Week 14 - Theoretical
Olympic history and games
Week 15 - Theoretical
Competition systems Application: Student presentations
Week 16 - Theoretical
Final exam
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Type of AssessmentCountPercent
Attending Lectures1%9
Assignment1%1
Midterm Examination1%30
Final Examination1%60
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesCountPreparationTimeTotal Work Load (hours)
Lecture - Theory141242
Assignment1213
Individual Work35324
Midterm Examination1314
Final Examination1314
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)77
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
PÇ-1
PÇ-2
PÇ-3
PÇ-4
PÇ-5
PÇ-6
PÇ-7
PÇ-8
PÇ-9
PÇ-10
PÇ-11
PÇ-12
PÇ-13
PÇ-14
PÇ-15
OÇ-1
5
4
OÇ-2
4
4
5
OÇ-3
5
4
4
OÇ-4
4
4
OÇ-5
4
4
5
OÇ-6
OÇ-7
Adnan Menderes University - Information Package / Course Catalogue
2026