- Study a diploma and degree in four years
- Combine vocational training with university education
- Expand qualifications and career opportunities
Program summary
Program title: Diploma of Fitness / Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
QTAC code: 511744
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: Not applicable
Duration: 4 years full-time
Commence: Semester 1 only
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
Total units: 288 units (normally 24 courses) being 192 units (16 courses) completed at the University of the Sunshine Coast and 96 units advanced standing (equal to 8 courses) upon completion of the diploma at the Sunshine Coast TAFE (SCIT)
CRICOS code: Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
In this dual qualification, you first complete the Diploma of Fitness at TAFE Queensland (Mooloolaba campus) and then complete the degree at USC.
In this program you gain skills and knowledge to assist people who are considered to be moderately at risk when exercising. Areas of study include: postural appraisal and corrective exercise; the prevention and management of exercise related injuries; obesity and body composition management; and exercise strategies for individuals with disability, musculo-skeletal conditions, cardio-respiratory needs, metabolic disorders, or neurological impairments. You may undertake certificate-level study in the first year; contact SCIT for details. The bachelor component provides a theoretical and research focus. Refer to the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science for more information.
Post-admission requirements
You must complete 140 hours of supervised practice to be eligible for accreditation.
Career opportunities
Refer to the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
Professional recognition
Graduates are 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.
Teaching mode
There are different teaching modes between the TAFE diploma modules and the University's Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science courses. Diploma modules are face-to-face teaching with performance based assessment. The University's Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science courses involve three or four hours of contact per course per week, generally in the mode of a one-hour lecture and two-hour tutorial. Students complete a further six or seven hours of self-directed learning per course per week. The self-directed learning consists of readings, research, assignments and other assessment items.
Please note that this full-time program commences only in Semester 1 each year. New students are not required to complete any USC courses until they complete their TAFE diploma.
Enquiries
Sunshine Coast TAFE (SCT)
Tel: +61 7 5459 3000
Email: sct.information@det.qld.gov.au
Refer to the Sunshine Coast TAFE website
University of the Sunshine Coast
- 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 all courses as listed below.
- Present your completed Diploma of Fitness to enable 8 courses (96 units) of transfer credits to be applied to your academic record.
- 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”, in order to be eligible to apply for accreditation as an Accrediated Exercise Scientist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia* (ESSA) requirement. These hours can be completed as part of the Clinical Placement course.
* Pending professional registration from Exercise and Sports Science Australia.
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.
- 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.
- Not available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan.
Advanced courses (16)
LFS201 Nursing Practicum 1
SCI110 Health, Culture and Society
SPX201 Research Foundations
SPX202 Caring for Child, Youth and Family
SPX211 Therapeutics in Midwifery
SPX221 Midwifery Practice 2
SPX222 Advancing Midwifery
SPX231 Human Pathophysiology
SPX300 Challenges to Mental Health
SPX301 Preparing for Midwifery Practice
SPX302 Midwifery Practice 3
SPX312 Midwifery Internship
SPX322 Nursing Practicum 3
SPX331 Nursing Practicum 2
SPX352 Health Law and Ethics
SPX371 Advanced Coaching Science
Study Plan
This Diploma of Fitness/Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science Study Plan is valid for students commecing in the current Semester.
Year 1
- Eight (8) required courses:
SCI110 Science Research Methods should be studied in Session 11 (Summer)
Required courses (8)
Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
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LFS201 Strategic Management | |||
SPX201 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
SPX221 Principles of International Business | |||
SPX231 Cross-Cultural Management | |||
SPX202 Trade and Finance in a Global Economy | |||
SPX211 International Marketing | |||
SPX222 Managing Global Logistics | |||
SCI110 Global e-Business |
Year 2
- Eight (8) required courses:
SPX300 should be studied in Semester 1
Required courses (8)
Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
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SPX300 Communication and Thought | |||
SPX322 Anatomy and Physiology | |||
SPX331 Midwifery Foundations | |||
SPX371 Developing Midwifery | |||
SPX301 Midwifery Practice 1 | |||
SPX302 Practice Principles for Midwifery and Nursing | |||
SPX312 Health Assessment in Nursing and Midwifery Practice | |||
SPX352 Introductory Bioscience |