The Division of Sport Science at Incheon National University: Pioneering the Future of Sport Science

About us

History Talent Vision Educational Goals Specialized Educational Strategy Core Major Competencies

Introduction

  • The Division of Sport Science at Incheon National University is dedicated to cultivating professionals who will play a pivotal role in the sports industry, encompassing various fields of sport science. The Division focuses on developing specialists in three key areas:

    1) Clinical Exercise (exercise testing and program design for rehabilitation and chronic disease management, leading to careers such as clinical exercise physiologists, rehabilitation specialists, and health coaches).
    2) Health Fitness (enhancing performance for systematic health management, preparing graduates for roles as fitness trainers, strength and conditioning specialists, and wellness consultants).
    3) Sports Management (managing personnel, marketing, finance, and customer relations in the sports industry, leading to careers as sports administrators, event coordinators, and sports marketing professionals).
  • To achieve this, the Division of Sport Science operates three specialized career tracks: Physical Education Instructor, Sports Performance Specialist, and Sports Management Professional. A recent analysis of graduate career paths indicates that our alumni have successfully pursued careers in various fields, including physical education teaching, research, training, early childhood and elderly sports instruction, professional sports club management, and the sports equipment industry.
  • Through its specialized programs, the Division of Sport Science is dedicated to developing sports professionals by refining its curriculum based on specialized expertise, implementing smart classrooms, offering diverse extracurricular activities, and organizing sports club competitions. These initiatives aim to equip experts with the skills to design and implement physical activity programs that enhance health and performance, ultimately contributing to the Division’s continued growth.

History

2024
  • Professor Kyeongho Byun appointed as Dean of the Division of Sport Science07
2022
  • 09 Professor Kyoungkyu Jeon appointed as Dean of the Division of Sport Science
2021
  • Professor Keejoon Yoon appointed as Dean of the Division of Sport Science 06
2017
  • 08 Professor Sewon Lee appointed as Dean of the Division of Sport Science
2013
  • Professor Minchul Kim appointed as Dean of the Division of Sport Science 07

Talent Vision

Fostering creative professionals capable of playing a key role in the sports industry

Educational Goals

01 Educating professionals in health management and clinical exercise grounded in sports science
02 Fostering individuals with an integrative understanding of sports-related phenomena
03 Nurturing specialists in the design and implementation of physical activity programs

Specialized Educational Strategy

교육 아이콘Education

Delivering sports science theory and hands-on field training to build a practice-oriented knowledge system

연구 아이콘Research

Establishing a sustainable research system in line with the Division’s specialization strategy

협력 아이콘Collaboration

Developing strategic partnerships with the local community and related industries/p>

Core Major Competencies

  • Ability to Analyze the Human Body and Movement
  • A clear understanding of the anatomical structure and function of the human body, and the ability to accurately express movement.
  • The ability to measure movements fundamental to sports activities and evaluate performance both quantitatively and qualitatively.
  • The capability to understand and explain the health benefits of long-term exercise, and to design optimal exercise programs tailored to the characteristics of participants.
  • Ability to understand sports phenomena.
  • The competence to systematically and deeply understand and analyze educational, psychological, and industrial content encountered in sports environments.
  • Practical skills and exercise program development ability
  • Comprehensive ability as a leader with advanced physical literacy in various recreational sports, capable of demonstrating, instructing, assisting, and enhancing physical performance.