Course summary
Whether you want to coach elite athletes or improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, you will need an understanding of sport and exercise sciences, and how the human body responds to exercise.
A Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science will prepare you with the skills and knowledge to work with people from the health and fitness enthusiast to the elite level athlete.
The degree is focused on human movement, anatomy, sports conditioning and training methods, and includes opportunities to specialise in sports psychology, nutrition or teaching.
Students select one major from the following:
Education: this major offers graduates a pathway to a Southern Cross University degree in secondary teaching (Master of Teaching), potentially leading to registration as a PDHPE teacher for eligible students. Some of the education units are only available at Lismore.
Exercise Science: this major includes subject areas such as advanced sport and exercise psychology as well as sport and fitness organisation management.
Nutrition studies: this major examines food and nutrition in the context of exercise science, human health, disease processes and social issues. It includes content such as exercise biochemistry, food science, nutritional science, and sports nutrition.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| Intellectual rigour | Demonstrate the level of critical analysis, problem solving and decision making expected of a professional in sport and exercise science. Exercise sound theoretical and practical judgement in dealing with the challenges and situations common to the work of a sport and exercise science professional |
| Creativity | Demonstrate innovative and creative responses and solutions to problems encountered by a sport and exercise science professional |
| Ethical practice | Demonstrate a knowledge of – and commitment to – social responsibility, ethics and legal principles consistent with what is expected of a professional in sport and exercise science |
| Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate an ability to understand industry best practice in sport and exercise science. Apply and integrate knowledge of industry best practice in professional settings in sport and exercise science |
| Lifelong learning | Integrate responsibility for independent, self-directed learning and reflective practice. Manage personal and professional behaviour in response to the outcomes of self-directed learning and reflective practice. |
| Communication and social skills | Communicate concisely and appropriately in oral and written form in academic and professional settings in sport and exercise science. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of teamwork in the profession of sport and exercise science |
| Cultural competence | Demonstrate an understanding of social and cultural issues as they relate to the work of a sport and exercise science professional. Apply cultural and indigenous competence and sensitivity in dealings with clients and stakeholders in sport and exercise science. |
Students complete a 140-hour placement of their choice during their third-year studies and some students have the option of an additional placement. These normally occur during the breaks between teaching sessions. Field experience provides the opportunity to apply theory and knowledge in practical settings.
Placements are undertaken under professional supervision in health and fitness centres, sporting organisations or clubs, schools, academies and institutes of sport, or sport and recreation centres. The types of positions can include, but are not limited to, assisting personal trainers, health educators, strength and conditioning or sports coaches, sporting event coordinators or recreation officers.
Professional experience placements require students to fulfil certain pre-requisites prior to attending any placements (e.g. a working with children check, immunisation and National Police Certificate). Prior to applying for this course, please consider the important information regarding these requirements.
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science delivered from the Lismore campus is accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) at the Exercise Science level. The course is also recognised by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) of America. Subject to successful accreditation, all graduates, regardless of the major completed, will be eligible for full membership as Exercise Scientists with ESSA.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science may undertake further postgraduate study to gain registration as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP).
All graduates are eligible to apply for registration as an Exercise Professional with Fitness Australia (FA). Graduates meet the requirements of the Level 1 Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA) coaching accreditation, making them eligible to register as Level 1 Strength and Conditioning Coaches.
Course overview
Course code
3005113
Course abbreviation
BSport&ExSc
Credit points
288
Equivalent units
24
Domestic duration
3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
International duration
3 years full-time
Availability details
Domestic
| Location | Session | UAC code | QTAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffs Harbour | 1 | 335154 | 055551 |
| Gold Coast | 1 | 338160 | 056181 |
| Lismore | 1 | 335100 | 055001 |
Domestic fees
International
| Location | Session | Annual Fees | CRICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffs Harbour | 1 | $25,200 ($3,150 per unit) | 059883F |
| Gold Coast | 1 | $25,200 ($3,150 per unit) | 059883F |
| Lismore | 1 | 059883F |
Course requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science a candidate shall successfully complete the equivalent of twenty-four (24) units (288 credit points) comprising:
- all units listed in Part A; and
- eight (8) units from a Major in Part B.
Exit Awards
A candidate who, while enrolled in the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, has successfully completed sixteen (16) units (192 credit points) comprising any 16 units from the units listed in the Schedule attached to these Rules may elect to be awarded the Associate Degree of Health and Human Sciences following withdrawal from the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
A candidate who, while enrolled in the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, has successfully completed eight (8) units (96 credit points) comprising any 8 units from the units listed in the Schedule attached to these Rules may elect to be awarded the Diploma of Health and Human Sciences following withdrawal from the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
Professional Experience Learning
This course includes professional experience learning. Pre-requisites to meet national and state-based regulatory requirements, as detailed on School of Health and Human Sciences Professional Experience page must be met prior to attending professional experience placement. All professional experience learning hours must be completed and professional behaviour and conduct must be demonstrated.
Inherent Requirements
Inherent Requirements apply to this course as defined on the Student Access & Inclusion website. If you have a disability or health condition which may impact on your ability to meet these requirements please refer to the Student Access & Inclusion website for further information and contact details.
Schedule of units
Course progressions
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| Part-time students should complete the first two units in Session 1, Year 1 and the remaining two units in Session 1, Year 2. | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| HEA00331 - Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | ||
| BIO71001 - Human Growth, Development and Ageing | Introductory | ||
| MNG00301 - Sport Management Principles | Introductory | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO00203 - Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| BIO10493 - Motor Control | Intermediate | ||
| SCI72001 - Mechanics for Movement | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10693 - Promoting the Health and Wellbeing of Young People | Advanced | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| HEA00332 - Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | ||
| HMS00203 - Sports Conditioning and Training Methods | Intermediate | ||
| BIO00204 - Advanced Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10691 - Physical Education Studies I: Athletics and Aquatics | Intermediate | ||
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| BIO10497 - Exercise Physiology for Healthy Individuals | Advanced | ||
| EDU10694 - Contemporary Health Issues for Young People | Advanced | ||
| HMS00223 - Professional Preparation | Advanced | ||
| Elective from Health and Human Sciences or Education | |||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| BIO10496 - Exercise Physiology for Specific Populations | Advanced | ||
| BIO00324 - Applied Biomechanics | Advanced | ||
| HMS00328 - Motor Learning | Intermediate | ||
| EDU10692 - Physical Education Studies II: Dance and Gymnastics | Intermediate | ||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| Part-time students should complete the first two units in Session 1, Year 1 and the remaining two units in Session 1, Year 2. | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| HEA00331 - Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | ||
| MNG00301 - Sport Management Principles | Introductory | ||
| BIO71001 - Human Growth, Development and Ageing | Introductory | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO00203 - Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| BIO10493 - Motor Control | Intermediate | ||
| SCI72001 - Mechanics for Movement | Intermediate | ||
| MKT20001 - Marketing and Promotion for Sport, Exercise and Allied Health | Intermediate | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| HEA00332 - Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | ||
| BIO00204 - Advanced Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| HMS00203 - Sports Conditioning and Training Methods | Intermediate | ||
| BIO00326 - Exercise Biochemistry | Introductory | ||
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| BIO10497 - Exercise Physiology for Healthy Individuals | Advanced | ||
| HMS00223 - Professional Preparation | Advanced | ||
| BHS10495 - Advanced Sport and Exercise Psychology | Advanced | ||
|
IST00551 - Independent Study - Health Science I
OR HMS00224 - Internship OR University Wide Elective |
Advanced Advanced | ||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| BIO10496 - Exercise Physiology for Specific Populations | Advanced | ||
| BIO00324 - Applied Biomechanics | Advanced | ||
| HMS00328 - Motor Learning | Intermediate | ||
| MNG00306 - Small Business and Entrepreneurship for Allied Health, Fitness and Sport | Introductory | ||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-time students should complete the first two units in Session 1, Year 1 and the remaining two units in Session 1, Year 2. | |||
| Year 1, Session 1 | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| HEA00331 - Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | ||
| BIO71001 - Human Growth, Development and Ageing | Introductory | ||
| MNG00301 - Sport Management Principles | Introductory | ||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO00203 - Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| SCI72001 - Mechanics for Movement | Intermediate | ||
| BIO10493 - Motor Control | Intermediate | ||
| ENP10646 - Food Technology as an Enterprise | Intermediate | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00204 - Advanced Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | ||
| HMS00203 - Sports Conditioning and Training Methods | Intermediate | ||
| HEA00332 - Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | ||
| BIO00326 - Exercise Biochemistry | Introductory | ||
| Year 3, Session 1 | |||
| BIO10497 - Exercise Physiology for Healthy Individuals | Advanced | ||
| HMS00223 - Professional Preparation | Advanced | ||
| NUT73001 - Sport and Exercise Nutrition | Advanced | ||
| University Wide Elective | |||
| Year 3, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00324 - Applied Biomechanics | Advanced | ||
| BIO10496 - Exercise Physiology for Specific Populations | Advanced | ||
| HMS00328 - Motor Learning | Intermediate | ||
| ENV10702 - Food Ecology | Introductory | ||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commencing in Session 2 will require three and a half years to complete the course | |||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| HEA00331 - Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | ||
| BIO71001 - Human Growth, Development and Ageing | Introductory | ||
| MNG00301 - Sport Management Principles | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| HEA00332 - Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | ||
| From Year 3, follow the Session 1 Commencement from Year 2 (excluding Exercise Psychology) | |||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commencing in Session 2 will require three and a half years to complete the course | |||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| HEA00331 - Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | ||
| BIO71001 - Human Growth, Development and Ageing | Introductory | ||
| MNG00301 - Sport Management Principles | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| HEA00332 - Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | ||
| From Year 3, follow the Session 1 Commencement from Year 2 (excluding Exercise Psychology) | |||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commencing in Session 2 will require three and a half years to complete the course | |||
| Year 1, Session 2 | |||
| BIO00307 - Human Physiology | Introductory Note 2 | Note 2 | |
| BIO00209 - Biomechanics and Kinesiology | Intermediate | ||
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
| MAT71004 - Introduction to Evidence for Health Science Practitioners | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 1 | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| HEA00331 - Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | ||
| BIO71001 - Human Growth, Development and Ageing | Introductory | ||
| MNG00301 - Sport Management Principles | Introductory | ||
| Year 2, Session 2 | |||
| HEA00332 - Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | ||
| From Year 3, follow the Session 1 Commencement from Year 2 (excluding Exercise Psychology) | |||
| Title | Level of learning | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complete one or both of the units under Session 3 below and then follow the relevant Course Progression for Session 1 Commencement excluding the completed unit/s. | |||
| Session 3 | |||
| BIO01302 - Human Anatomy | Introductory | ||
| NUT00214 - Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | ||
Notes
| Note 1: | Available at Lismore Campus only |
| Note 2: | 2018 is the last time this unit will be offered. See information on the School of Health and Human Science website (https://www.scu.edu.au/school-of-health-and-human-sciences/pages/human-physiology-2019/#d.en.205492) for more information regarding changes from 2019 |