Bachelor of Exercise Science
University of Wollongong
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About
Exercise scientists look at the effect of exercise on human performance. They design, implement and evaluate exercise and physical activity for a wide range of people within the community. They provide degrees for improving general health, the prevention of chronic diseases, health promotion and enhanced sports performance.
Throughout the Bachelor of Exercise Science, you will gain a basic understanding of the anatomical and physiological basis of human motion and the effect of exercise on human performance in sport, industry, aging and in healthy living.
This degree also includes a workplace experience component that requires 140 hours of placement in a community, sporting, scientific or commercial exercise setting. Completion of these hours is required to graduate. This experience is an essential part of the learning process and will allow you to put into practice what you've learned during the course to ensure that you are work ready as an exercise scientist. The course will prepare you for a career in sporting organisations, community health units, workplaces, and gymnasiums.
Areas of study
Biomechanics, exercise physiology, exercise prescription, functional anatomy, human anatomy and physiology.
Career opportunities
Case worker, coaching, exercise scientist, fitness Instructors / personal trainers, health promotion, researcher, sports administrator, strength and conditioning specialist.
Professional recognition
This course has full accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates of the Bachelor of Exercise Science are eligible to apply for accreditation as Exercise Scientists with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
Practical experience
140 hours of work placement in a community, sporting, scientific or commercial exercise setting. This experience will allow you to put into practice what you’ve learned to ensure that you are work-ready as an exercise scientist.
Fees and charges
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced, any 2 units of science.
Recommended studies: Biology, Chemistry.
Bridging courses in Biology and Chemistry are offered in February each year.
Other applicants
Refer to UOW general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
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Honours
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