[IMPORTANT] Diplomas Requiring Students to do Fitness for Life (FFL) in AY2024S2

 

If you are in one of the following diploma courses, you will be required to take the Fitness for Life (FFL) module in AY2024S2.

S/N School Diploma Groups

1

SAS

Diploma in Applied Chemistry 
Diploma in Biologics and Process Technology
Diploma in Chemical and Pharmaceutical Technology 
Diploma in Food Science and Nutrition
Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science

2

SBM

Diploma in Accountancy & Finance (AF2404)
Diploma in Banking & Finance (BF2404)
Diploma in Business Management (BM2413 – BM2420)
Diploma in Food & Beverage Business
Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management
Diploma in Mass Media Management

3

SDM

Diploma in Animation, Games & Visual Effects
Diploma in Communication & Motion Design
Diploma in Experiential Product & Interior Design

4

SEG

Common Engineering Programme

5

SHSS

Diploma in Nursing (NR2401-NR2416)
Diploma in Oral Health Therapy (DT2401)
Diploma in Social Work (SS2401-SS2404)

6

SIT

Diploma in Information Technology
Diploma in Business & Financial Technology
Diploma in Infocomm & Security


FFL Lesson Schedule

 

All FFL lessons will start in Week 2 and run until Week 16 of the semester. Depending on which School you are in, it will be held on different weekdays, from 4pm - 6pm.

 

Monday (4.00 - 6.00pm) Tuesday (4.00 - 6.00pm) Wednesday (4.00 - 6.00pm) Thursday (4.00 - 6.00pm)

Schools

School of Business Management

School of Applied Science

School of Health & Social Sciences

School of Engineering

School of Design & Media

School of Information Technology


FFL Lesson Venues

 

Depending on the sports option, lessons will be conducted at different locations in the campus. You must report to the sports location for your Week 2 lessons. There, your instructor will provide you with further information.


Briefing in Week 1

 

There will be a briefing in Week 1 on administration matters, safety and expectations for students taking the FFL module in that semester. 

Please check the Brightspace page of your FFL module for the briefing details and Zoom links.

Do note the briefing dates for the different Schools:

 

School Date & Day

SBM

14 October 2024, Monday

SAS & SHSS

15 October 2024, Tuesday

SEG

16 October 2024, Wednesday

SDM & SIT

17 October 2024, Thursday

Lessons for all FFL activities will only start in Week 2 of the semester.


Number of Sports Options

 

There will be a total of 14 sports and wellness activity options for selection in this module. You have to pick only one option.

 


[IMPORTANT] Signing Up for the FFL Sports Options

 

If you are assigned to take the FFL module in the semester, please log in to the NYP Student Portal to select the sports and wellness activity of your choice.


The FFL Registration Guide is now available for downloading.

Selection Dates:

School Start Date & Day Start Time End Date & Day End Time

SAS

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

0900 hrs

16 Oct 2024 (Wednesday)

1200 hrs

SBM

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

0900 hrs

16 Oct 2024 (Wednesday)

1200 hrs

SDM

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

0900 hrs

16 Oct 2024 (Wednesday)

1200 hrs

SEG

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

0900 hrs

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

1700 hrs

SHSS

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

0900 hrs

16 Oct 2024 (Wednesday)

1200 hrs

SIT

15 Oct 2024 (Tuesday)

0900 hrs

16 Oct 2024 (Wednesday)

1200 hrs

It is important that you log in to the Student Portal at the designated day/time to select your option.

Students who do not select their option will be assigned an option by the School.


Your Log-in ID and Password

 

Log-in ID: Your NYP email address

Password: Your Password


Vacancies per Sports Option

 

Each sports option has a prescribed number of vacancies. When you are logged in, you will see the available vacancies in the Sport selection page. Once the option is fully subscribed, you will not see this option online.

Therefore, it is important that you log onto the system in a timely manner to make your selection.


Am I Eligible for the Sports Options if I Have a Medical Condition?

 

If you are unable to participate in any of the sports options due to a medical condition/other reasons, please inform your Personal Mentor and school Fitness for Life (FFL) Module Leader (ML) immediately, and provide the necessary supporting medical/doctor’s report.

You will then be registered by your school into the Indoor Activities group.

We do not recommend students with a medical condition to participate in the physical activities as the coaches are not trained to handle medical emergencies. Hence, it is advisable to declare your medical condition as soon as possible to your Personal Mentor and FFL ML .


Appropriate Attire

 

You will be advised on the proper attire during the Week 1 briefing. Students who are not appropriately attired will not be allowed to participate in the activity for safety reasons.


Recording of Attendance

 

You will be required to record your attendance for each lesson.


What Should I do if I Am Not Feeling Well on the Lesson Day?

 

You are not required to report for lesson, but you need to get a medical certificate from the doctor and submit the Statement of Absence (SOA) to the school’s administration office immediately when you are back in school.


What Should I do if Medical Issues Arise During the Semester?

 

Please approach your Personal Mentor (PEM) with supporting documents immediately. Your PEM will then advise you accordingly.


Passing the Module

 

There will be 3 ICAs consisting of:

  1. 1 MCQ
  2. 1 Practical; and
  3. 1 Test

 

Details will be provided during the lessons.

You will need to obtain at least 50% out of the possible 100% from the 3 ICAs to pass this module. 


Failing the Module

 

Should you fail the FFL module, you will need to take additional GSMs to fulfil the required credits for graduation.