The Science of Health and Fitness

SP Scholarship & SP Engineering Scholarship

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Overview

Course Date:

9 Apr 2026 to 10 Apr 2026

Registration Period:

6 Feb 2026 to 19 Mar 2026

Duration/Frequency:

2 Days (16.5 hours) | 9am - 6pm (Day 1) | 9am - 6:30pm (Day 2)

Mode of Training:

Classroom

Course Objective

This course provides evidence-based nutritional and physical activity guidelines for various age groups, so participants can make optimal dietary and exercise decisions for themselves and others. They will also be instructed how to integrate various fitness components into their exercise programmes, as well as discusses dietary and exercise adaptations for people with various medical and health conditions.

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From 1 June 2026, everyone registered in the National Registry of Exercise Professionals (NREP) must hold Basic Exercise Science (BES) certification or an equivalent qualification to maintain an active membership.

Endorsed by Sport Singapore (SportSG) as a BES-equivalent course, this programme enables you to meet NREP requirements while enhancing existing knowledge in health and fitness science.