Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Train your mind to help others improve their health. Exercise scientists use the science of human movement to make life more enjoyable and prevent common lifestyle diseases. This program teaches the science and theories behind human movement and sporting performance and provides hands-on skills to work as a qualified exercise scientist.
In this program you will:
- Gain in-depth knowledge in areas such as functional anatomy, motor control and learning, exercise physiology and biomechanics
- Test and train athletes in USC’s nationally accredited sports science labs
- Learn about sports psychology, performance analysis, coaching and exercise rehabilitation
- Undertake a minimum 270 hours of supervised professional practice
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
First year only offered at this location.
- Start
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 24
- Total units
- 288
- Duration
- 3 years 3 years
- CRICOS code
- 066289K
- UniSC program code
- SC344
Introductory courses (8) 96 units
HLT140 Nutrition Communication
LFS112 Nutrition Education
LFS122 Think Health
SCI110 Human Physiology
SPX100 Human Anatomy
SPX101 Science Research Methods
SPX102 Physical Activity and Health
SPX121 Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science
Developing courses (7) 84 units
SPX201 Introduction to Coaching Science
SPX202 Exercise Prescription and Programming I
SPX203 Functional Anatomy
SPX211 Biomechanics I
SPX221 Exercise Prescription and Programming II
SPX222 Exercise Physiology I
SPX231 Introduction to Sports Medicine
Graduate courses (7) 84 units
NUT300 Sport and Exercise Psychology
SPX300 Motor Control and Learning
SPX312 Nutrition for Health and Exercise
SPX322 Exercise Science Professional Practicum
SPX331 Performance Enhancement
SPX340 Biomechanics II
SPX371 Exercise Physiology II
Elective course (2) 24 units
Select 2 elective course (24 units) from the undergraduate elective course options.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 55.00 |
| Moreton Bay | 55.00 |
Post admission requirements
Students must complete a minimum of 140 hours of supervised practice to be eligible for accreditation. Before undertaking placements (e.g. by year 3), students must provide evidence of immunisations, first aid training, satisfactory criminal history check, and hold a current blue card (working with children check). Students may also be required to complete QLD Health orientation package.
- Recommended prior study
- English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths, Biology; and one additional science subject (preferably Chemistry
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
- The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
- It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. Students in this program should be aware there are restrictions applicable to credit transfer in order to obtain ESSA membership
- Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
- For more information on mandatory placement requirements refer to Sport and Exercise Science/Clinical Exercise Physiology - Placements
- CSP estimate
- A$10,494
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$28,000
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$84,000