Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
Australian Catholic University
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About
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science provides students with the skills and knowledge to improve the health, performance and participation of individuals, teams and athletes. Within this course students will be exposed to the principles and evidence-based research of human movement, and learn how to apply this to both the improvement of sports performance, and within the broader community in the healthcare system. Meeting the professional membership requirements of ESSA, this program provides graduates with a thorough grounding in the scientific bases of exercise and of key principles, concepts and theories related to exercise for health and sports performance. Graduates will gain skills such as leadership, advanced problem-solving, technical proficiency, the capacity to communicate effectively, an ability to be reflective and ethical in their practice, underpinned by justice, equity and respect for the individual. Opportunities for industry-relevant experience are embedded in the course through community engagement and practicum.
Areas of study
Exercise, sports science.
Career opportunities
Health and fitness consultant, exercise scientist, sports scientist, sports coach, strength and conditioning coach, performance analyst.
Professional recognition
This course is currently undergoing re-accreditation by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) at the exercise science level for Strathfield, Melbourne and Brisbane campuses. Accreditation for Blacktown is included in this process. Graduates may also be eligible to apply for Level 1 accreditation with the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA).
Practical experience
Compulsory professional experience of 140 hours is undertaken during the course. Before students begin professional experience for this course, they should review the mandatory state or territory legal and industry policy requirements. An overview of these requirements can be found via the ACU Work Integrated Learning Search tool.
Honours
Available as an additional year to meritorious students who wish to undertake an independent research project in exercise science and human performance in elite athletic, healthy and clinical populations across the life span.
Fees and charges
Visit the ACU website for general information about tuition fees.
Essential requirements for admission
Inherent requirements: Students must meet essential components of this course (capabilities, knowledge, skills) to achieve the course learning outcomes.
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Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: English Standard (Band 3), Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), any Mathematics plus one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Read more about admission criteria for applicants with recent secondary education.
Other applicants
- Admission criteria for applicants with higher education study.
- Admission criteria for applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study.
- Admission criteria for applicants with work and life experience.
Also refer to the ACU general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the ACU website.
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Course updates
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