Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
University of New England (UNE)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00003G
Exercise and sports science explores human movement and how to apply the science of exercise to develop interventions that improve health, fitness, wellbeing, performance, and assist in the prevention of chronic conditions. UNE’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science will help you to maintain your on-the-pulse professionalism in this dynamic industry.You will future proof your career by gaining critical knowledge in areas such as functional anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, skill acquisition, exercise assessment, exercise prescription and sport psychology. You will hone your logical, critical and creative thinking abilities and put your skills into practice in the design and delivery of physical activity and exercise-based interventions to prevent injury, return to activity, manage risk factors for chronic conditions, promote participation and improve health and performance.
Structure
144 credit points
Subjects
- Introduction to Human Anatomy (ANAT110)
- Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy (ANAT120)
- Monitoring Health and Sports Performance (EXSC101)
- Orientation to Exercise and Sports Science (EXSC120)
- Introductory Biomechanics (EXSC210)
- Introductory Exercise Physiology (EXSC220)
- Physical Activity and Health (EXSC230)
- Motor Skill Acquisition and Performance (EXSC239)
- Strength Training and Conditioning (EXSC260)
- Advanced Biomechanics (EXSC310)
- Practicum in Exercise and Sport (EXSC322)
- Motor Control and Human Development (EXSC335)
- Advanced Exercise Physiology (EXSC340)
- Exercise and Health Assessment (EXSC360)
- Exercise Prescription and Programming (EXSC370)
- Issues in Human Nutrition (HUMN240)
- Introductory Human Physiology 1 (PSIO110)
- Introductory Human Physiology 2 (PSIO120)
- Introductory Psychology I (PSYC101)
- Sport and Exercise Psychology (PSYC308)
- Introduction to Statistical Modelling (STAT100)
Standard entry requirements
an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
