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Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
3 years full-time; 6 years part-time
3.5 years minimum for students commencing Session 2 -
Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
68 / 13
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
BSport&ExSc
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Course code
3005113
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Credit points
288
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Equivalent units
24
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science gives students the required knowledge, skills and attitudes to practise as professionals in the field of exercise and sports science. The degree equips graduates for diverse employment opportunities across a range of sport and health-related areas.
The course enables students to focus their study through the choice of specialised majors to meet their career aspirations and areas of interest. Field experience is a feature of the course and provides the opportunity for students to apply theory and knowledge in practical industry settings. This enables students to develop a professional approach to their training and career education.
| Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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| 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 three-week internship of their choice during their third year studies and some students have the option of an additional internship. These placements 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. Students may also work as research assistants for sport products, manufacturing or business.
Students select one major from the following:
Education, in addition to studies in exercise science, offers graduates a pathway to an SCU degree in secondary teaching, leading to registration as a PDHPE teacher for eligible students. (Only available at Lismore)
Exercise Science enables students to study at a more advanced level in subject areas such as exercise physiology, sport and exercise psychology and applied biomechanics. It also covers areas such as exercise biochemistry and exercise physiology for specific populations (such as ageing people, or people with disability).
Nutrition encompasses the study of food and nutrition in the context of human health, disease processes and in society, in addition to studies in chemistry, biochemistry and exercise science.
| Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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| Gold Coast | Session 1 , Session 2 | 338160 | 056181 |
| Lismore | Session 1 , Session 2 | 335100 | 055001 |
Career Outcomes
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science is accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) at the Exercise Science level. All graduates, regardless of the major completed, are eligible for full membership as Exercise Scientists with ESSA. Please note: ESSA accreditation at the Gold Coast campus is pending.
Graduates of the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science may undertake further postgraduate study at SCU to gain registration as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP).
All graduates are also eligible to receive the Certificate III and IV in fitness through TAFE NSW, and to apply for Exercise Professional Registration with Fitness Australia (FA). In addition 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. The course is recognised by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) of America.
The Nutrition major is designed to meet curriculum prerequisites for entry into several accredited postgraduate programs leading to registration as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD). Students interested in this pathway should refer to universities offering accredited postgraduate dietetic programs regarding enrolment requisites. Graduates of the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science who have completed the Nutrition major will be eligible to become an Associate Nutritionist with the Nutrition Society of Australia.
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Entry requirements
Credit for prior learning
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Candidates who have completed either the Diploma of Fitness or Certificate IV in Fitness may be granted advanced standing for up to three (3) units in the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
External accreditation requirements limit advanced standing for non-university study to three units .
Course requirements
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To be eligible for the award of the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science a candidate shall successfully complete not less than twenty-four (24) units comprising:
- All units listed in Part A of the Schedule of Units attached to these Rules;
- All units from one major sequence of units in Part B of the Schedule.
- Students are required by the end of their second year of enrolment to have completed a suitably accredited Senior First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
Note 1:
Not offered at Gold Coast or Coffs Harbour
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| BIO01302 | Human Anatomy | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HEA00331 | Principles of Behaviour in Physical Activity | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO00207 | Mechanics for Movement | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO00307 | Human Physiology | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO00209 | Musculoskeletal Functional Anatomy | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO00203 | Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO00204 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MAT00330 | Research and Analysis in Health | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HEA00332 | Exercise Psychology | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| NUT00214 | Food and Nutrition in Health | Introductory | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HMS00203 | Sports Conditioning and Training Methods | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO10493 | Motor Control | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO10497 | Exercise Physiology for Healthy Individuals | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO10496 | Exercise Physiology for Specific Populations | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HMS00328 | Motor Learning | Intermediate | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| BIO00324 | Applied Biomechanics | Advanced | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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