Master of Physical Education [M. P. Ed] is a postgraduate course in the discipline of physical education. It is the discipline which is concerned with sports activities and equips the students with a range of practical skills applicable in officiating Athletics sports.

The duration of this course is 2 years which are generally divided into four semesters.

For eligibility purposes, a candidate should have an under graduate degree in Physical Education with a minimum recommended score of 50% from any recognized university or equivalent.

For Master of Physical Education [M. P. Ed], the average tuition fee ranges from 50,000 INR to 3 lakhs INR.

Post completion of the course, students can make a successful career in public or private schools and in sports as instructor, referee or coach. The initial salary for such candidates may range from 15,000 INR to 25,000 INR per month.

What is Master of Physical Education [M. P. Ed]?

Physical education is a discipline which acquaints the students with sports psychology, research methodology, sports medicines computer application in physical education and exercise psychology.  It is a course which helps the students to closely understand physical activities related to sports. It teaches the students to improve techniques and approach applied to fitness in sports and in other areas.

Being a postgraduate physical education course, the objective of this course is to produce proficient physical education graduates. It is done by this course through enhancing the abilities and skills of students for application of physical education theories and expertise in the real life problems faced by athletes. It prepares the students for solving problems in fields like training, fitness, teaching, consultation and therapy.

Who should opt For Master of Physical Education [M. P. Ed]?

This course is meant for the students who are looking for a career in physical education. A knack for problem solving is exactly what this course looks for in a candidate. Anyone who has patience, perseverance and sporting spirit can opt for this course. The candidates who excel in sports related activities should apply for this course. Students having a good fitness and sporting ability are a natural fit for this course.

Where to Study?

There are many Universities in India which offer M.P.Ed. course. Some of these universities are:

Academic options after this Course

After completion of this course, students can study further to enhance their qualification. If the student holds an interest in research then they may pursue either M. Phil. or Ph.D. in Physical Education. M. Phil. Physical Education is offered by the likes of Chaudhary Devi Lal University and Lovely Professional University.

Universities like Kurukshetra University, Maharshi Dayanand University, Desh Bhagat University and Vinayaka Missions University offer Ph.D. in Physical Education. 

For being eligible for this course, candidate must have a score of 50% in an undergraduate degree from a recognized university or equivalent. However, some institutes may allow entry to students having at least one year long diploma in Physical Education with a recommended aggregate score of 50%.

For admission in Master of Physical Education [M. P. Ed], universities conduct their own entrance tests. The said test has different stages.

Most of the institutions have entrance exams as admission mode. Hence, the students who have appeared in final year examination of under-graduation and await the result are allowed to apply for the course by such institutions.