Sport Sciences
Program Type: Undergraduate
First Cohort: February 2017 (Bahman 1395)
Faculty Members: 4 (1 Associate Professor, 3 Assistant Professors)
Program Overview
Sport Sciences represents one of Iran's most popular academic fields, dedicated to training specialists in sports performance, health optimization, and rehabilitation. At Damghan University, this program combines scientific rigor with practical application to develop comprehensive expertise across various sports-related disciplines.
Educational Objectives
The program advances scientific knowledge in multiple specialized areas:
• Exercise Physiology: Understanding physiological responses to physical activity
• Biomechanics: Analyzing human movement and performance optimization
• Sports Nutrition: Developing optimal nutritional strategies for athletic performance
• Sport Management: Leading sports organizations and managing athletic programs
• Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation: Preventing and treating sports-related injuries
• Motor Behavior: Understanding movement patterns and skill acquisition
• Sport Psychology: Addressing mental aspects of athletic performance
Curriculum Excellence
The comprehensive curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with practical application through specialized courses covering exercise physiology, sports nutrition, biomechanics, motor behavior, injury prevention and rehabilitation, and sport psychology. Students also develop expertise in team management, sports event coordination, and organizational leadership.
Technology Integration
The program incorporates modern technologies for performance evaluation and enhancement, ensuring graduates are proficient with cutting-edge tools and methodologies used in contemporary sports science practice.
Career Pathways
Graduates pursue diverse professional opportunities:
Sports Coaching: Leading athletes and teams in clubs, professional organizations, sports academies, and specialized training centers
Sport Management: Directing programs and events in sports organizations, serving as administrators and strategic leaders
Performance Analysis: Working as specialists in physical assessment and athletic performance optimization in sports centers and professional clubs
Sports Rehabilitation: Providing expert services in injury prevention and rehabilitation at clinics and specialized centers, supporting athletes' safe return to competition
Education & Research: Teaching at universities and conducting advanced research in sports science and health promotion