This course delves into the existing programmes of physical education and sports development across diverse countries worldwide. It scrutinizes the underlying motives driving their establishment, as well as the commonalities and distinctions among them. Students will become involved in discussions on the political, economic, and philosophical implications influencing the evolution of physical education and sports initiatives. Notable topics to be covered include amateurism, apartheid, issues of violence, and the dynamics of the Olympic movement.

CILO-1: Identify the cross cultural differences for the development of physical education and sport studies. CILO-2: Differentiate the methods for conducting a comparative study in physical education. CILO-3: Apply relevant strategies to investigate international cooperation and efforts. CILO-4: Use a comparative perspective to design the strategies for a physical education study. CILO-5: Identify the importance of internationalization and globalization of sports and physical education.