CURRENT STATE OF CONDITIONS FOR ORGANIZING PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF DA NANG, VIETNAM

Abstract

This study aims to assess the current state of conditions for organizing physical activities at the University of Da Nang, Vietnam, focusing on three key areas: facilities, sports grounds, and equipment; the physical education curriculum; and the teaching staff. The study employs methods such as document analysis and synthesis, surveys, and descriptive statistics to evaluate the conditions for organizing physical activities across the member institutions of the University of Da Nang. Research findings indicate that the total area of sports and physical training facilities is 26,630 m² for 56,753 full-time students—equivalent to 0.47 m² per student—with significant disparities observed among member institutions. The physical education curriculum is relatively diverse, comprising basic, advanced, and specialized tracks (for students with health limitations), and consists of four modules totaling 120 teaching periods. The teaching staff numbers 36, with 97.2% holding postgraduate qualifications and 100% employed as full-time faculty; however, the ratio of approximately 1,579 students per lecturer suggests that human resources are limited relative to the scale of student enrollment. Conclusion: The conditions necessary for organizing physical activities at the University of Da Nang have been established to a relatively comprehensive extent, though not yet in a synchronized manner. The physical education curriculum and the quality of the teaching staff are positive aspects, whereas facilities and the number of instructors are not commensurate with the student population. It is essential to upgrade facilities, develop human resources, and expand access to physical activities to create a favorable environment for students to maintain regular physical activity.