Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Federation University Australia
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00103D
Become a sports scientist work in sports performance developing healthy living and rehabilitation programs. Our new Health and Sports Precinct allows you to focus on practical learning in a hands-on environment, in addition to industry placements.
Structure
This course consists of 360 credit points. Students will undertake a mix of theoretical and practical units, consisting of four 15-credit point courses per semester. Students will complete 21 core units and 3 specialisation elective units.
Subjects
- Anatomy
- Biomechanics
- Exercise physiology
- Exercise prescription
- Fitness
- Health promotion
- Health studies
- Injury prevention
- Motor learning and control
- Movement instruction
- Nutrition
- Sport and recreation activities
- Sport science
Standard entry requirements
Year 12: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English and ATAR, Satisfactory Completion Units 1 and 2 in Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics.Non-Year 12: Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any single subjects of study, or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory course, such as the Federation Access Studies course (FAST), relevant VET qualifications, Federation University FAST program.Satisfactory Completion Unit 3 and 4 Maths: Any study combinaton
Recognition
Upon graduating students may be eligible for full membership with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) and Level 1 Accreditations with other relevant sports organisations.
Study pathways
Credit will be considered if students have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and qualifications. High performing graduates may undertake a Graduate Diploma of Clinical Exercise Physiology, a Master of Strength and Conditioning or a further year of study to obtain an Honours qualification.
Further information
All applicants (year 12 and non-year 12) applying through VTAC are strongly encouraged to complete and submit an Personal Statement, available through VTAC. A minimum of 250 hours of industry placement in a variety of areas and organisations. These placements can be undertaken on an ongoing part-time basis or as full-time block placements over 2-3 weeks. Throughout the three years you will be encouraged and expected to undertake professional practice in a variety of areas and organisations to enable you to identify and develop the appropriate skills and competencies required to work in the different areas of the exercise and sports science industry. Further information: study.federation.edu.au
