The Asian Games 2023 has ignited a renewed interest in sports education. Beyond the familiar Bachelor of Physical Education (BPEd) and Master of Physical Education (MPEd) programs, there’s a vast array of sports-related courses available for students at undergraduate, postgraduate, and research levels. A career in the sports industry extends far beyond traditional physical education roles, offering exciting opportunities for those who seek them. As the Asian Games 2023 unfolds, let’s explore some of the colleges in India that offer diverse sports courses.
Several renowned institutions in India, including the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Rohtak and IIM Calcutta, have embraced the realm of sports education.
These institutions vary in their scope, with some operating at the national level, some at the state level, and others being privately owned. Some sports universities are affiliated with state universities, while others hold recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC).
list of universities in India that offer sports courses
1. Indian Institute of Management Rohtak (IIM Rohtak):
- Program: Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management
- Duration: Two years, divided into six terms
- Features: This program spans 560 interactive sessions, combining offline and online classes, project work, and industrial visits. IIM Rohtak is accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA).
2. National Sports University Society, Imphal, Manipur:
- Programs: BSc in Sports Coaching, Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports (BPES)
- Affiliation: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
- Website: yas.nic.in
3. Swarnim Gujarat Sports University, Gujarat:
- Programs: Research programs, Master’s degree programs, Bachelor’s degree programs, PG diploma programs
- Affiliation: UGC
- Website: sgsu.gujarat.gov.in
4. Tamil Nadu Physical Education and Sports University, Chennai:
- Programs: BPEd, MPEd, MSc in various sports-related fields, MBA Sports Management, MTech Sports Technology, and more.
- Website: tnpesu.org
In addition to these universities, there are sports institutions affiliated with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS), such as the Lakshmi Bai National Institute of Physical Education Gwalior and Lakshmi Bai National College of Physical Education Thiruvananthapuram.
Lakshmi Bai National Institute of Physical Education Gwalior:
- Programs: BPED, MPED, MA (Yoga), PGDFM, PGDSM, PGDSJ, PGDSC, PGDY Ed, and more.
- Website: lnipe.edu.in
Lakshmi Bai National College of Physical Education, Thiruvananthapuram:
- Programs: MPE, MPhil (Physical education), Research (PhD), Diploma in Sports Coaching (Water Sports), and more.
- Website: lncpe.gov.in
These educational institutions in India offer a wide range of opportunities for those passionate about sports to build their careers. So, whether you dream of coaching, sports management, or research, there’s a path for you in the world of sports education.
