Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Bachelor of Human Nutrition - 276JA
| Course Code: | 276JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 3 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Health |
| Discipline(s): | Discipline of Sport and Exercise Science Discipline of Nutrition and Dietetics |
| UAC Code: | 365193 |
| CRICOS Code: | 081002E |
| Lowest Selection Rank: | 62 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Become an expert in the science in sport and nutrition
If you’re seeking a career as a coach or sports scientist, the combination of a Bachelor in Sport and Exercise Science with a Bachelor of Human Nutrition, will prepare you to work with elite athletes around the globe.
By combining a solid core in human physiology and anatomy with nutritional science, pathobiology, food and consumer science, you will acquire the latest in-depth knowledge on sport and nutrition.
As a graduate you will also be qualified to apply for specialised postgraduate courses in sports nutrition, human nutrition, dietetics, pharmacy, physiotherapy and public health nutrition.
Study a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Bachelor of Human Nutrition at UC and you will:
- develop a sound scientific foundation in sport and human sciences
- use nutrition to boost the performance of athletes
- gain a working knowledge of food choice in sport
- understand factors that influence eating behaviour and food responses
- examine the psychological, social and cultural aspects of food in health and wellbeing, particularly as it applies to sport.
Career opportunities
You can expect to find employment in:
- coaching for children and adults
- coaching resources and facilities for government
- community and public health
- government policy
- nutritional organisations
- biological, human or medical sciences
- health promotion and research
- the food industry and food regulation.
Further study in postgraduate courses can take you to national and international contests in all arenas of professional practice such as:
- sports nutritionist and dietician
- sport and exercise scientist.
Important to know
You will also be qualified to apply for specialised postgraduate courses in sports nutrition, human nutrition, dietetics, pharmacy, physiotherapy and public health nutrition available at UC.
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.
You graduate with the degree of Bachelor of Sport Coaching and Exercise Science at the end of 3 years.
Our 2-year Master of Nutrition and Dietetics is needed to become a qualified dietician.
Enquiries
- Current and Commencing Students
- Please contact the Faculty of Health faculty office, email student.centre@canberra.edu.au
- Prospective International Students
- Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
- 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: 31/12/2016
- Version1 - Start Date: 01/01/2014 End Date: 31/12/2014
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Human Nutrition | B HumanNutr |
| Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science | B Sp&ExSc |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science | Bachelor of Human Nutrition | 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
Please refer to Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA): www.essa.org.au
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.