Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science - 274JA
| Course Code: | 274JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 2 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Health |
| Discipline(s): | Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
| CRICOS Code: | 081005B |
| Selection Rank: | ATAR TBC |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Become a high scorer in the science of sport
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science degree explores the complexity of human movement and strategies to assist athletes in reaching their full potential.
Over three years, you will cover everything from human anatomy and physiology to developing comprehensive skills in areas such as biomechanics and sport analytics with the option to apply for membership with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) and intern with NRL, Super Rugby, W-League and WNBL teams while you study.
Studying on the Bruce campus, this is your opportunity to develop a career with access to the $16 million Sporting Commons in the company of Australia's leading elite sports teams based on campus.
Study the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at UC and you will:
- be academically prepared for a career in sporting achievement
- grasp the range of sport sciences like physiology, biomechanics, motor control and psychology
- gain knowledge in the theory and practice of coaching.
Career Opportunities
- Qualification at this level can take you to national and international sporting contests in all arenas of professional contest such as coach, sport director, or as a sport and exercise scientist.
- You can guide the future and support the present as sport development officers for government bodies and across urban and regional localities.
Other Opportunities:
- Graduates can continue their studies into related masters programs in Sport Science, Exercise Physiology and Physiotherapy.
- At completion of the degree, graduates can be eligible for membership of Exercise and Sport Science Australia.
The University of Canberra is committed to building a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sporting industry. If you are an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander person looking to study this course, please contact Rachel Harrigan, Faculty of Health General Manager, (02) 6201 2608.
Admission Requirements
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.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Information for Current Students
There are previous versions of this course. As a current student you will complete the requirements for the course that were in place when you commenced. Click on the relevant link below to view the requirements of your version of the course.
- Version5 - Start Date: 01/01/2020 End Date: Current Version
- Version4 - Start Date: 01/01/2019 End Date: 31/12/2019
- Version3 - Start Date: 01/01/2016 End Date: 31/12/2018
- Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2015 End Date: 31/12/2016
- Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2014 End Date: 31/12/2014
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science | B Sp&ExSc |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Diploma of Health Studies | Associate Degree of Health Studies |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details. New course version for students commencing Semester 1, 2015
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.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| 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). (Please note UC will apply for course accreditation with ESSA in 2014). | 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) |
Course Duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
High performing students may be eligible for enrolment in the Bachelor of Sport Studies (Honours).
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2014->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2015->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.