- 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 Performance Enhancement
COR110 Sports Nutrition
COR111 Advanced Coaching Science
Introductory courses (6)
LFS103 Adaptive Physical Activity
LFS112 Exercise Physiology II
LFS122 Sports Nutrition
PSY100 Communication and Thought
SCI110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
SPX102 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Advanced courses (10)
LFS201 Introductory Bioscience
SPX201 Human Physiology
SPX202 Human Anatomy
SPX211 Introduction to Psychology A
SPX212 Science Research Methods
SPX221 Introduction to Coaching Science
SPX222 Systemic Physiology I
SPX231 Functional Anatomy
SPX331 Biomechanics I
SPX352 Exercise Physiology I
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 Exercise Prescription and Programming
SPX301 Introduction to Sports Medicine
SPX302 Sports Psychology
SPX312 Motor Control and Learning
SPX322 Exercise Physiology II
Plus select 1 course from:
SPX371 Sports Nutrition
SPX323 Clinical Placement ^
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 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| COR110 Applied Research Methods | |||
| COR111 Economics for Business |
Required courses: (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS103 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| PSY100 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| SCI110 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| LFS112 Communication and Thought | |||
| LFS122 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| SPX102 Environment, Technology and Sustainability |
Year 2
- Eight (8) Required courses
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| LFS201 Introductory Bioscience | |||
| SPX201 Introduction to Psychology A | |||
| SPX221 Science Research Methods | |||
| SPX231 Human Physiology | |||
| SPX202 Human Anatomy | |||
| SPX211 Introduction to Coaching Science | |||
| SPX212 Systemic Physiology I | |||
| SPX222 Functional Anatomy |
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 Introduction to Sports Medicine | |||
| SPX300 Motor Control and Learning | |||
| SPX331 Biomechanics I | |||
| SPX301 Exercise Physiology I | |||
| SPX302 Exercise Prescription and Programming | |||
| SPX312 Sports Psychology | |||
| SPX352 Biomechanics II |
Elective courses: (1)
Select 1 course from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPX371 Clinical Placement | |||
| SPX323 Exercise Physiology II |
^ 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 Cardiorespiratory Health and Rehabilitation | |||
| SPX352 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation |
Elective coures: (6)
Select 6 advanced level elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).