About Us

The Department of Physiotherapy and Sports Science, formerly Department of Sports and Exercise Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana, was established in 2004 with the Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Sports and Exercise Science programme. The first (1st) batch of students graduated in 2008. Currently, the 2019 congregation saw the 12th batch of Students graduating from the department.

The programme is intended to be strengthening the progressive evolution in professional Sports and Exercise development in Ghana. Qualified Sports Scientists have the scientific knowledge of how to promote continuous improvement and involvement in the assessment/training of athletes to establish and maintain an environment of national standard. The endemic issue of chronic non-communicable health conditions such as accelerated biological aging/premature death, low cardiorespiratory fitness (VO2max), obesity, pre-diabetes, type 2 diabetes, coronary heart disease, hypertension, stroke, congestive heart failure, depression and anxiety, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, bone fracture/falls, rheumatoid arthritis, constipation, gallbladder diseases, etc. need qualified Exercise Scientists to prescribe specific exercise to complement pharmacological treatments.

BSc. Sports and Exercise Science was changed and reinvigorated in 2018 to BSc. Physiotherapy and Sport Science with options in Exercise and Sports Therapy, Physiotherapy and Sports Management. The change necessitated the fact that Physiotherapy and Sport Science have a mutual tie in the profession of human sciences. The two disciplines however uniquely have specialized knowledge and application pathway where profession-specific areas of knowledge and skills are developed. In other to ensure optimal athletic performance, Exercise and Sports Therapists offer technical sustenance and direction in the specialized form to maximize physical function, primarily working with trained athletics groups.

VISION

To be internationally recognized as a center of excellence in Physiotherapy and Sports Science knowledge and skills dissemination through research and innovative student-centered teaching and learning to impact on health, fitness, wellness and optimal sports performance within all communities.

MISSION

To produce professionals who will advance and enhance optimal sports performance, exercise participation, health and wellness, and rehabilitation through the application of clinical scientific principles. The Department will use a multi-disciplinary approach to provide an integrated understanding of the effects of physical activity on the human body. Competent self-directed practitioners will be produced capable of applying theoretical and practical knowledge gained through a holistic approach that maximizes student’s potential as advocates for health and fitness through physical activity.

JOB/CAREER PROSPECTS

Our graduates are suitable for the expanding career opportunities in sports, health, fitness and wellness industries with promising foreseeable future. Our graduates are employable in Corporate Recreation Centers, Fitness Centers, Rehabilitation Centers, Ministry of Health, Hospitals, Ghana Football Association, Ministry of Youth and Sports, National Sports Authority, Sporting Clubs, Tertiary Institutions, Ghana Military service, Ghana Police Service, Ghana