Physical Education

Physical Education, aka PE or Phy.Ed or Physical Training, is a field of studies which deals with ‘the whats’ and ‘hows’ of building a fit body in every aspect and retaining the same. It basically deals with the science of nutrition and exercise methods. It also envelops various sports and other related activities. Candidates who aspire to develop a career from Physical Education or need to specialize in one of its forms can take up the Bachelor’s or Master’s course respectively.

What are B.P.Ed and M.P.Ed?

The Undergraduate variant for a degree in Physical Education is B.P.Ed, short for Bachelor of Physical Education, and its Postgraduate counterpart is M.P.Ed. While the UG course typically has a duration of 3-4 years, the PG course is a 2-year program.

Some colleges also provide 2 year UG courses in PE and correspondence/distance programs for UG and PG courses in the same are also available.

Admissions to the aforementioned courses are based on marks secured in different written exams and fitness tests conducted by the universities/colleges that candidates want to get into.

Why B.P.Ed/M.P.Ed?

Those who have a strong passion for exercise, sports, and other related activities with the willpower to keep their bodies fit round the clock are excellent entrees to the fitness industry and should undertake a course in the same.

What skills are required for a Physical Education course?

Physical Fitness	Hardworking	Determination
Perseverance	Good Motor skills	Patience & Concentration
Optimistic	Must be a team player	Time Management
Knowledge of nutrition	Interpersonal skills	Communication skills
Adaptability	Perceptual skills	Decision-making skills

What are the eligibility criteria for taking up a course in Physical Education?

For B.P.Ed

• Candidate must have passed intermediate in any stream with a minimum of 45-60% score.
• Candidate should be 17 years in age or should have crossed the same.

For M.P.Ed

• Candidate should possess a graduation degree from a recognized university/college.

How to enroll for a course in Physical Education in the desired institution?

There are various institutions here in India providing UG and PG courses in PE, both distance and classroom programs. The application process for the course is not static and varies from institute to institute.

Although most of the colleges have a common format of the admission process for both UG and PG programs, which is often threefold. The first stage is the written exam followed by a physical fitness/proficiency test and a personal interview (in some cases, group discussion).

Those students who have a sports history in their intermediate or schooling period are given preference during admissions.

Physical Education Careers and Opportunities

There are several career paths available to one who has a degree in Physical Education and some of them are mentioned below :

1. Physical Education Trainer/Coach
2. Professional Athlete
3. Personal/Gym/Yoga Trainer
4. Physiotherapist
5. Sports/Fitness Journalist, Fitness Column Writer

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