Department of Physical Education

General Information

The "Physical Education and Sports Teaching" program is one of the two undergraduate programs under the Faculty of Sports Sciences. The duration of the program is a one-year preparatory course (1+4), making a total of five years. In the preparatory classes, Turkish is taught to Kyrgyz students, Kyrgyz is taught to students from Turkey, and both Kyrgyz and Turkish are taught to students from other countries. Since its establishment, the academic staff of the department has been increasing and strengthening both in terms of quantity and quality each year. As of the 2024-2025 academic year, the department has 4 Professors, 2 Assistant Professors, and 6 Instructors working full-time. In addition to these staff, there are part-time and hourly paid faculty members, including 1 Professor, 1 Associate Professor, and 7 Lecturers contributing to education.

The primary objectives of the "Physical Education and Sports Teaching" program are: – To train experts who are highly qualified, well-prepared, and capable of using scientific foundations in the field of physical education and sports. Our department aims to teach and develop teaching skills in physical education and sports by using these guidelines. With the development of technological advancements, the importance of physical education and sports in human life is also increasing. This is because physical education and sports are sciences that support the physical, mental, psychological, and social development of individuals. In order to achieve this function, we need to train qualified, research-oriented, and developmental physical education teachers. Programs that train teachers with the ability to meet the needs of the century and who prioritize the development of all aspects of human growth, and can use new technologies and knowledge in different parts of society, are essential. The "Physical Education and Sports Teaching" program aims to be a leading department in developing sports readiness, research quality, and the life quality of people serving in the field of physical education and sports.

Professional Development Opportunities during Education

The "Physical Education and Sports Teaching" program provides students with opportunities to enhance their professional preparation and experience by organizing sporting events both during and after classes, and allowing participation in competitions. Students participate in school team training in their chosen sports branches, either as athletes or assistant coaches, for 4-6 hours on weekdays, which helps them develop their professional experience.

Our university's Sports and Healthy Living (Fitness) Center, coordinated by our department, allows students specializing in bodybuilding to train academic and administrative staff as well as other students, thereby enhancing their professional-pedagogical expertise.

Our university’s Manas Ski Club, coordinated by our department, offers ski training to academic and administrative staff as well as students during the winter season.

Career Opportunities

The "Physical Education and Sports Teaching" program aims to train physical education teachers for pre-school education institutions. Graduates of the program can work as physical education teachers in pre-school, primary school, secondary school, vocational high schools, and sports institutions, as well as in the sports community as instructors and researchers.

National and International Activities

Our department works actively in collaboration with the Coaching Education Department of the Turkish Republic and the Kyrgyz Republic Federations. Every year, the department organizes coaching courses that are recognized nationally and internationally. For example, in the 2012-2013 academic year, a Level I Basketball Coaching course was held, in the 2013-2014 academic year a Wellness Level I Coaching course was held, and in the 2014-2015 academic year a Wellness Level II Coaching course was conducted.

Our department successfully continues the Mevlana Student Exchange Program, through which it sends students to Turkey for one or two semesters. Additionally, some of our faculty members, who are specialists in their fields, share their experiences by teaching courses and giving seminars at Turkish universities for one week. Students with a GPA of 3 or higher also have the opportunity to do internships in Turkey.

Graduate Competencies:

• Knowledge of anatomy and morphology related to sports movements;
• Knowledge of science and society, and the ability to use computers;
• Proficiency in Turkish and English;
• Knowledge of biomechanical principles and types of movement;
• Knowledge of the meteorological foundations for athlete preparation;
• Ability to use teaching methods for movement development games;
• Knowledge of energy systems and sports;
• Ability to explain the characteristics of different sports fields;
• Ability to assess body structure and conditions using anthropometric methods;
• Knowledge of physical education and sports terminology and training principles;
• Knowledge of the importance and methods of nutrition;
• Understanding the characteristics of sports programs;
• Practical, theoretical, and scientific preparation in the selected sports branch;
• Knowledge of factors influencing athletic success and performance;
• Well-prepared as a physical education teacher;
• Knowledge of training principles for strength development;
• Knowledge of scientific research and activities;
• Understanding sports sociology concepts and history;
• Knowledge of leadership concepts;
• Knowledge of sports movement tests;
• Understanding basic statistical concepts;
• Knowledge of measurement standards in sports institutions;
• Knowledge of refereeing and officiating methods in sports competitions.