Introduction
Dr Efstathios Christodoulides is the Course Leader in BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Sciences at UCLan Cyprus.
He has been awarded his PhD from Semmelweis University, Doctoral School, Budapest, in Sports and Social Sciences as well as an MEd in Physical Education and Sports Science from the Semmelweis University, Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Science, Budapest. He also holds two coaching certifications in Recreation and Swimming from Semmelweis University and the IOC Olympic Solidarity.
Dr Christodoulides received a Fulbright Scholarship in 2021 for conducting research and lecturing in New York, USA, sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and supported by the Institute of International Education (IIE). He is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, complying with the UK Professional Standards Framework (UKPSF) for teaching and supporting learning in higher education. Dr Christodoulides serves as the Country Lead for the International Physical Literacy Association, IPLA, leading in-country development projects following IPLA’s strategic aims. He is appointed by the Cyprus Anti-Doping Authority (CyADA) as a national educator in anti-doping and he is also a UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) Accredited Educator.
He also Co-Chair the UNESCO Chair on ‘Governance and Social Responsibility in Sport’ which is housed under the UCLan Cyprus.
He has contributed as an author to a number of scientific publications including chapters in books, peer-reviewed articles, and international conferences on sports and social science, physical education and physical literacy. He also serves as an editor and reviewer for a number of journals and conferences. Dr Christodoulides actively participates in Erasmus+ Sports projects focusing on the promotion and participation in sport, physical activity, and voluntary activities and is also a member of the Research Centre for Applied Sport Physical Activity and Performance of UCLan UK.