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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (274JA.3)
Selection rank | English language requirements | Duration | UAC code |
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51.45 | 3.0 years | ||
Faculty | Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods |
Faculty of Health | Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
Fees
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Academic entry requirements | English language requirements | CRICOS code | Faculty |
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081005B | Faculty of Health | ||
Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods | Duration |
Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
3.0 years |
Fees
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Score a competitive career in sport and exercise science
Explore the complexities of human movement and develop a broad understanding of all aspects of sport and exercise with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
Through this course you will gain valuable knowledge and hands-on experience developing innovative strategies and techniques to assist high performance athletes reach their full potential.
With unpresented access to UC’s professional and community sporting organisations right here on campus and around Canberra, you’ll be encouraged to work alongside some of Australia's leading elite sports teams and research centres.
During your time at UC, you’ll also undertake regular Work Integrated Learning (WIL), in the form of professional internships and have the opportunity to select, research and develop your own sport and exercise science-based project.
Upon graduation you will also be eligible to apply for an exercise science membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), a professional organisation committed to establishing, promoting and defending the career paths of tertiary trained exercise and sports science practitioners.
Several industry qualifications are also available to students on completion of appropriate units.
This course has a particularly strong link between professional placements and employment, with many interns securing future roles even before graduation. High performing students may be eligible for enrolment in the Bachelor of Sport Studies (Honours), or if you’d prefer to progress to postgraduate study, you could undertake the Master of Sport and Exercise Science (Research), or one of many other related master’s programs in the Faculty of Health.
Study a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at UC and you will:
- cover a range of exercise science subjects, from human anatomy and physiology, to motor control and psychology
- be academically prepared for a career in the sports industry.
- develop comprehensive skills in areas such as biomechanics and sport analytics
Work Integrated Learning
WIL is an integral part of this course, giving you an invaluable opportunity to gain practical experience and form strong relationships with industry stakeholders and professionals before graduating. You’ll undertake 250 hours of actual placement and will have the opportunity to apply for numerous internships with UC’s professional partners such as:
- NRL
- Super Rugby
- W-League
- WNBL
- Physical Activity Foundation
- YMCA
- Institutes of Sport
- Community sporting groups
Career opportunities
- Exercise scientist
- Sport development officer
- Health promotion officer
- Sports analyst
- Sports policy and strategy analyst
- Performance analyst
- Physical training specialist
- Strength and conditioning coach
Course-specific information
Applicants will be required to:
- Undertake a National Police Check
- Attain an ACT Working with Vulnerable Peoples card.
Assumed knowledge:
- ACT: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods and Physics majors.
- NSW: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.
Professional accreditation
At the completion of the Sport and Exercise Science degree, graduates may submit an application for exercise science membership of Exercise and Sport Science Australia. A number of industry qualifications are also available to students on completion of appropriate units.
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Additional admission requirements
Police Checks are required.
Assumed knowledge
ACT: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematical Methods and Physics majors. NSW: Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy. Credit is not permitted towards completion of a graduate certificate.
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (274JA) | 72 credit points
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
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Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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Academic training for employment in the coalface delivery of sport |
1. Communication (a-e) 2. Information literacy and numeracy 3. Information and communication technology 4. Problem solving (a-e) 5. Working with others (a-f) 6. Effective workplace skills (a-c) 7. Professional ethics (a-b) 8. Social responsibility (a-d) 9. Life long learning (a-d) 10. Personal attributes (a-e) |
Academic training for academic pathways into masters programs |
1. Communication (a-e) 2. Information literacy and numeracy 3. Information and communication technology 4. Problem solving (a-e) 5. Working with others (a-f) 7. Professional ethics (a-b) 8. Social responsibility (a-d) 9. Life long learning (a-d) 10. Personal attributes (a-e) |
Students may be eligible to apply for Exercise Science membership with Exercise Sport Science Australia (ESSA). | 1. Communication (a-e) 2. Information literacy and numeracy 3. Information and communication technology 4. Problem solving (a-e) 5. Working with others (a-f) 6. Effective workplace skills (a-c) 7. Professional ethics (a-b) 8. Social responsibility (a-d) 9. Life long learning (a-d) 10. Personal attributes (a-e) |
Majors
Awards
Award | Official abbreviation |
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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science | B Sp&ExSc |
Honours
High performing students may be eligible for enrolment in the Bachelor of Sport Studies (Honours).
Enquiries
Student category | Contact details |
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Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the Faculty of Health faculty office, email student.centre@canberra.edu.au |