- Learn from experts who work with high-profile sports organisations and teams
- Balance studies between fundamental science and sport and exercise specialisations
- USC's Exercise Science laboratories are accredited with the Australian Institute of Sport’s National Sport Science Quality Assurance program
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Award abbreviation: BSp&ExSc
QTAC code: 013041
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences, preferably Chemistry
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: SC344
CRICOS code: 066289K. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Sport and exercise scientists focus on enhancing health and sporting achievements by developing coaching and training programs.
In this program you learn the theory and application of sciences that underpin human movement and performance. You gain in-depth knowledge of exercise sciences including exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control, sports psychology, sports medicine, sports nutrition, performance analysis and sports coaching. If you complete appropriate courses you can obtain sports trainer accreditation or Australian Sports Commission certification and be eligible for membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia as an Exercise Scientist. Several first aid qualifications are incorporated throughout the degree.
Post-admission requirements
You must complete 140 hours of supervised practice to be eligible for accreditation.
Career opportunities
Sport / exercise science, exercise prescription / programming, sports coaching, promotion and management, fitness industry, sports administration, research.
Professional recognition
Graduates may be eligible to apply for accreditation as an Accredited Exercise Scientist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia *. Graduates may also become members of Sports Medicine Australia.
*Pending professional registration from Exercise and Sports Science Australia.
Accreditation
USC's Exercise Science laboratories are accredited with the Australian Institute of Sport's National Sport Science Quality Assurance program.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level) courses, including the core courses.
- Complete a minimum of 14 advanced (200 and 300 level) courses, 5 of which must be 300 science level (not NUR or EDU or PAR coded) courses.
- Complete a minimum of 140 hours of work experience in “two or more settings directly relevant to the practice of an exercise and sports scientist”. These hours can be completed as part of the program.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- 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 participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Core courses (2)
Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR110 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
COR111 Introductory Bioscience
Introductory courses (6)
LFS103 Introduction to Psychology A
LFS112 Science Research Methods
LFS122 Human Physiology
PSY100 Human Anatomy
SCI110 Introduction to Coaching Science
SPX102 Systemic Physiology I
Advanced courses (10)
LFS201 Functional Anatomy
SPX201 Introduction to Sports Medicine
SPX202 Motor Control and Learning
SPX211 Biomechanics I
SPX212 Exercise Physiology I
SPX221 Exercise Prescription and Programming
SPX222 Sports Psychology
SPX231 Biomechanics II
SPX331 Clinical Placement
SPX352 Exercise Physiology II
Elective courses (6)
Select 6 advanced level elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
OR
To be eligible for membership within ESSA as an Exercise Scientist, students must complete the following courses:
SPX300 Cardiorespiratory Health and Rehabilitation
SPX301 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
SPX302 Performance Enhancement
SPX312 Sports Nutrition
SPX322 Advanced Coaching Science
Plus select 1 course from:
SPX371 Adaptive Physical Activity
SPX323 Exercise Physiology II ^
Please note: SPX300 should be studied in Semester 1 of your final year of your degree, and requires course coordinator permission.
^ Not currently offered
Study Plan
This Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Two (2) Core courses:
Complete one Core course in Semester 1 and one in Semester 2 - Six (6) Required courses:
SCI110 should be studied in Semester 1
Core courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Perspectives in Learning and Teaching | |||
| COR110 The Psychology of Learning | |||
| COR111 Using Data for Learning |
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS103 Secondary Professional Learning: The Professional Empowered and Engaged | |||
| PSY100 Communication and Thought | |||
| SCI110 Biodiversity and Ecology | |||
| LFS112 Chemistry | |||
| LFS122 Science Research Methods | |||
| SPX102 Earth's Surface Processes |
Year 2
- Eight (8) Required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 Communication and Thought | |||
| SPX201 Biodiversity and Ecology | |||
| SPX221 Chemistry | |||
| SPX231 Science Research Methods | |||
| SPX202 Cell Biology | |||
| SPX211 Discovering Science | |||
| SPX212 Introduction to Applied Mathematics | |||
| SPX222 Research Design: Methodology and Literature Review |
Year 3
To be eligible for membership within ESSA as an Exercise Scientist , students must complete the following courses:
- Seven (7) Required courses:
SPX300 should be studied in Semester 1, and requires course coordinator permission - One (1) Elective course:
Elective course should be studied in Semester 1
Required courses: (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPX322 Coursework 1 Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX300 Coursework 2 Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX331 Coursework 3 Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX301 Dissertation A Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX302 Dissertation B Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX312 Dissertation C Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX352 Dissertation Final 12 units Hons School of Communication & Creative Industries |
Elective courses: (1)
Select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPX371 Dissertation Final 24 units Hons Sch of Comm & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX323 Dissertation Final 36 units Hons Sch of Comm & Creative Industries |
^ Not currently offered
OR
Year 3
Students not requiring eligibility for membership within ESSA as an Exercise Scientist
- Two (2) required courses
- Six (6) elective coureses:
3 elective courses should be studied in Semester 1
3 elective courses should be studied in Semester 2
Required courses: (2)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPX331 Dissertation Final 48 units Hons Sch of Comm & Creative Industries | |||
| SPX352 Communication and Thought |
Elective coures: (6)
Select 6 advanced level elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).