Bachelor of Science in Psychology/Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science - 275JA
| Course Code: | 275JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 3 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Health |
| Discipline(s): | Discipline of Psychology Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science |
| UAC Code: | 365133 |
| CRICOS Code: | 081001F |
| Lowest Selection Rank: | 60.05 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Unlock the potential in top sport
The Double Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science offers a unique blend of skills which will help you excel in either profession.
Science in psychology is the study of human behaviour, thoughts and feelings while sport and exercise science is the study of the methods and applications of sub-discipline of human movement studies and how they interact. The combination of these two degrees opens up a world of possibilities and professional opportunities.
The National body that accredits psychology training, the Australian Psychological Society (APS) has formed a College of Sport Psychologists (COSP) as one of its specialisations. This step in some ways reflects the interest and significance sports and exercise now have in the profession of psychology.
So become part of the emerging sport psychology industry or become a psychologist with two more years of study in the Master of Clinical Psychology.
Combine the Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science at UC to:
- work toward a career in sport psychology
- gain a recognised understanding of sport science and psychology
- be ready to maximise athletic performances at the elite level
- gain strong knowledge of the theory and practice of coaching.
Career opportunities
The sport and exercise science qualification means you can gain employment in:
- coaching children and adults
- shaping coaching resources and facilities
- developing sport in Commonwealth and State Government Departments of sport and recreation
- government bodies, working as a sport development officer.
The University of Canberra is committed to building a strong and sustainable Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sporting industry and health workforce. 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.
Enquiries
- 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
- Prospective Domestic Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
Admission Requirements
Normal requirements for admission to an undergraduate degree course.
Additional Admission Requirements
Refer to individual courses.
Assumed Knowledge
Refer to individual courses.
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.
- Version3 - Start Date: 01/01/2016 End Date: 31/12/2018
- Version2 - Start Date: 01/01/2015 End Date: 31/12/2015
- Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2014 End Date: 31/12/2014
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science in Psychology | BSc Psych |
| Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science | B Sp&ExSc |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science | Bachelor of Science in Psychology | 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
The University offers a wide range of delivery options to help you balance study with other commitments. Units within this degree may be available to be studied in the following delivery modes:
UC - Canberra, Bruce
| Flexible: | The unit combines online study with optional on-campus, face to face activities. |
| Intensive: | The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face in concentrated time blocks. |
| Placement: | The unit involves an internship, practicum or other work place experience program. Some on-campus, face to face activity may also be required. |
| On Campus: | The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face, supplemented with online content. Most classes are run on weekdays and during business hours. |
| Online: | The unit is studied completely online. On-campus, face to face interaction is not required. |
To find out more about delivery modes that are available for units in this course please visit
Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CSP | $30,000 |
The fees detailed above 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.
Professional Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Australian Psychological Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the Australian Psychological Society (APS).
Graduates may be eligible to apply for accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Scientist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia pending professional registration. Graduates may also be eligible to apply for membership with Sports Medicine Australia. A number of industry qualifications are also available to students on completion of appropriate units.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| TBA | TBA |
Course Duration
Standard eight semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Offerings
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
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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
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for this course for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.