Faculty of Sports and Exercise Science

This programme will help students develop research skills in Sports Science. Students will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to do independent research. Students will work with a supervisor to undertake research in their chosen area.

Course Structure

The main requirement of the degree is a dissertation of not more than 60,000 words. Candidates are also required to :

Attend a Research Methodology course
Present a research proposal
Present research progress at candidature defence
Show proof of acceptance for publication (according to the criteria set in the publication guidelines) prior to graduation

In this program, students will be able to :

contribute to professional sports and exercise literature
develop their research skills
network extensively within the industry
build a comprehensive theoretical and practical understanding of sports and exercise sciences
help individuals and teams achieve their potential

Minimum Duration of Study : 2 semesters
Maximum Duration of Study : 8 semesters

Research Area

Science : Exercise Physiology, Biomechanics, Nutrition, Motor Control, Neuroscience, Coaching, Training, Psychology, Physical Activity, Rehabilitation, Nutrition, Medical and Health Sciences.
Non-Science : Sports Management, History, Culture, Psychology, Education, Performance, Perception, Community Research, Sport Law, Sport Financial Management, Sport Facilities Management, Sport Sociology

Career Opportunity

Career opportunities in various organisations including :

sports associations
government agencies
sports industry
sports and recreation clubs

Language Requirement

MUET = Band 4.0
IELTS = 6.0
TOEFL iBT (Centre-based) = 60
TOEFL Essentials (Online) = 8.5
Pearson Test of English (PTE) = 59
B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency = 169

or

Pass an English proficiency test approved by the University.

UM offers a course leading to proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia which international students are required to attend before the degree is conferred.

Entry Requirement

1. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 3.0 and above in a related programme of study

2. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 2.7 to 2.99 may be considered if they fulfil at least one of the following criteria :

has work experience in related fields; or
has publications in related fields; or
is a scholarship recipient; or
a graduate of the University of Malaya
a government agency employee

3. Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree with CGPA of 2.5 to 2.69 may be considered if they fulfill at least two of the criteria in (ii) (a) to (e) above

Intake Schedule

POSTGRADUATE – FOR MALAYSIAN & INTERNATIONAL
Semester I (October) Intake, Academic Session 2026/2027
Application Deadline: 08 June 2026 – 18 Dec 2026

POSTGRADUATE – FOR MALAYSIAN & INTERNATIONAL
Semester II (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026
Application Deadline: 06 Jan 2026 – 05 June 2026

Fees

Local :
RM 21,600.00 (Full-Time)
RM 37,500.00 (Part-Time)
(Note: Tuition Fee are subject to change)
International :
RM 43,200.00 (Full-Time)
RM 74,000.00 (Full-Time)

Master of Sport Science (MSS)