C10300v2 Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Award(s): Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (BSportExSc)UAC code: 606020 (Autumn session), 606021 (Sports & Exercise Therapy) (Autumn session)
CRICOS code: 080087C
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 144
Course EFTSL: 3
Location: Moore Park
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Innovation and Transdisciplinary program
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Assumed knowledge
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course diagram
Course program
Honours
Further study at UTS
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science meets the demand for professionals able to provide physical activity services to all sectors of the community.
The course provides students with a strong understanding of the processes and mechanisms underlying sport and exercise science, and with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and plan sport and exercise activities in health, exercise science, sport, event and exercise therapy contexts. Both the Exercise Science and Exercise Therapy major in the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science degree are accredited with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Completion of these majors enables Exercise Science accreditation and focuses on the assessment, prescription and delivery of exercise to apparently healthy people.
Students who complete the Exercise Therapy major (MAJ06234) (not available to international students) are guaranteed entry to the UTS Master of Physiotherapy (C04306) subject to maintaining a credit average (GPA of 5.0 and above) and a successful internal interview. The Master of Physiotherapy leads to eligibility for registration as a physiotherapist in Australia.
Course aims
This course aims to provide graduates with the necessary skills to gain initial employment in the human movement field, as well as the analytical skills necessary for critical appraisal of developments in the field.
Career options
Career options include exercise scientist, sport scientist, exercise physiologist (pathway), corporate health and wellbeing, strength and conditioning, personal training, physiotherapy (via pathway or guaranteed pathway), exercise rehabilitation, sports coaching, outdoor education, facility management.
Innovation and Transdisciplinary program
Transdisciplinarity and Innovation at UTSAll UTS students have the opportunity to develop distinctive capabilities around transdisciplinary thinking and innovation through the TD School. Transdisciplinary education at UTS brings together great minds from different disciplines to explore ideas that improve the way we live and work in the world. These offerings are unique to UTS and directly translate to many existing and emerging roles and careers.
Diploma in InnovationThe Diploma in Innovation (C20060) teaches innovation, supports personal transformation and provides the hard skills needed to support the inventors and inventions of the future. Students come out of the Diploma in Innovation, with the hard skills to create and support sectoral and societal transformation. Graduates are able to fluently integrate ideas, across professional disciplines and are inventors of the future.
All UTS undergraduate students (with the exception of students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation) can apply for the Diploma in Innovation upon admission in their chosen undergraduate degree. It is a complete degree program that runs in parallel to any undergraduate degree. The course is offered on a three-year, part-time basis, with subjects running in 3-week long intensive blocks in July, December and February sessions. More information including a link to apply is available at https://dipinn.uts.edu.au.
Transdisciplinary electives programTransdisciplinary electives broaden students' horizons and supercharge their problem-solving skills, helping them to learn outside, beyond and across their degrees. Students enrolled in an undergraduate course that includes electives can choose to take a transdisciplinary subject (with the exception of students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation). More information about the TD Electives program is available here.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.0 | Lead, manage and inspire within the fields of sport, exercise and health; |
| 1.1 | Demonstrate leadership to individuals, groups and organisations in the fields of sport, exercise and health |
| 1.2 | Develop and sustain collaborative partnerships with industry and professionals |
| 1.3 | Apply contemporary management practices to enable effective outcomes |
| 2.0 | Take personal, social and ethical responsibility for their contribution to sport, exercise and health |
| 2.1 | Recognise the importance of personal, social, ethical and legal accountability in sport, exercise and health |
| 2.2 | Assess and manage safety and risk appropriate to the client and context |
| 2.3 | Provide services using resources appropriately to ensure sustainable and equitable access |
| 3.0 | Competently apply knowledge and skills within the sport, exercise and health professions |
| 3.1 | Apply knowledge and skills in key content areas, including anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports psychology, motor learning and exercise prescription |
| 3.2 | Integrate knowledge and skills from key content areas to develop evidence-based interventions that meet the unique needs of clients |
| 4.0 | Engage in research and critical thinking to integrate diverse knowledge and develop creative, effective and evidence-based solutions |
| 4.1 | Identify, access and critically evaluate appropriate information resources |
| 4.2 | Develop and apply evidence-based systems to address contemporary issues in sport, exercise and health |
| 4.3 | Engage with current international perspectives in the sport, exercise and health professions |
| 5.0 | Adapt to diverse industry contexts to enable optimal and sustainable sport, exercise and health outcomes |
| 5.1 | Manage and adapt the environment to maximise outcomes for a range of clients and stakeholders |
| 5.2 | Develop individualised experiences that are socially and environmentally responsible and provide sustainable health outcomes |
| 5.3 | Act with respect and sensitivity to culture |
| 6.0 | Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with diverse populations to enable positive change |
| 6.1 | Utilise a range of communication strategies to promote sport, exercise and health for individuals and groups with diverse needs |
| 6.2 | Effectively collaborate with a range of sport, exercise and health professionals to develop optimal solutions |
| 7.0 | Demonstrate professional cultural competency which contributes to the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians, inclusive of physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellness |
| 7.1 | Demonstrate respect and value for world view differences and in particular Australian Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing |
| 7.2 | Critique and reflect upon the impact of ongoing colonisation and its pervasive discourse on Indigenous Australians and their health and wellbeing |
| 7.3 | Recognise the diversity of Indigenous Australians and integrate this knowledge into practice |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Students must apply through UAC to enrol in the course or specifically in the Exercise Therapy major (MAJ06234) (different UAC codes apply).
This course is also available to mature-aged applicants where preference is given to those with vocational experience in the broad field of human movement.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics and any two units of English.
Recognition of prior learning
After admission, students may apply for recognition of prior learning in subjects in which they consider themselves eligible. Equivalence of subject matter is the main criterion for the award of recognition of prior learning in a subject successfully completed at another institution.
Course duration and attendance
The course is available on a three-year, full-time basis. Students should be aware that they may be required to attend evening classes.
Course structure
Students must complete at least 144 credit points over 24 subjects. Students choose four electives or a major, appropriate to their chosen career, to complement the core subjects in the degree.
Industrial training/professional practice
The course has an extensive practicum program.
Course completion requirements
| STM90825 Core subjects (Sport and Exercise Science) | 96cp | |
| CBK90911 Year 3 choice (Sport and Exercise Science) | 48cp | |
| Total | 144cp |
Course diagram
Course program
The programs below include two years of common core subjects. In Year 3, students enrolled in UAC code 606020 may choose either the Exercise Science major (MAJ06216) or No specified major (STM90838) from CBK90911 Sport and Exercise Science Year 3 choice. For students enrolled in UAC code 606021 (Exercise Therapy), the Year 3 major will be Exercise Therapy (MAJ06234).
| Exercise Science major | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92511 Structural Anatomy | 6cp | |
| 92512 Biomechanics of Human Motion | 6cp | |
| 91429 Physiological Bases of Human Movement | 6cp | |
| 92515 Collaboration, Creativity and Critical Thinking | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92521 Functional Anatomy | 6cp | |
| 92523 Strength and Conditioning | 6cp | |
| 92524 Health and Lifespan Development | 6cp | |
| 92526 Data Management in Sport and Exercise | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92533 Exercise Physiology | 6cp | |
| 92530 Sport and Exercise Psychology | 6cp | |
| 92536 Research Methods for Sport and Exercise | 6cp | |
| 92555 Motor Learning and Control | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92542 Applied Biomechanics | 6cp | |
| 92543 Exercise Prescription | 6cp | |
| 92544 Health Promotion and Physical Activity | 6cp | |
| 92547 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92553 Complex Exercise Management | 6cp | |
| 92554 Exercise Assessment, Prescription and Delivery | 6cp | |
| 92562 Exercise Rehabilitation | 6cp | |
| CBK92069 Transdisciplinary Electives | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92550 Sport and Exercise Science Practicum | 6cp | |
| 92563 Applied Exercise Physiology | 6cp | |
| 92565 Skill Acquisition | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK92261 Electives | 6cp | |
| No specified major | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92511 Structural Anatomy | 6cp | |
| 92512 Biomechanics of Human Motion | 6cp | |
| 91429 Physiological Bases of Human Movement | 6cp | |
| 92515 Collaboration, Creativity and Critical Thinking | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92521 Functional Anatomy | 6cp | |
| 92523 Strength and Conditioning | 6cp | |
| 92524 Health and Lifespan Development | 6cp | |
| 92526 Data Management in Sport and Exercise | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92533 Exercise Physiology | 6cp | |
| 92530 Sport and Exercise Psychology | 6cp | |
| 92536 Research Methods for Sport and Exercise | 6cp | |
| 92555 Motor Learning and Control | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92542 Applied Biomechanics | 6cp | |
| 92543 Exercise Prescription | 6cp | |
| 92544 Health Promotion and Physical Activity | 6cp | |
| 92547 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92553 Complex Exercise Management | 6cp | |
| CBK92069 Transdisciplinary Electives | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points from the following: | 12cp | |
| CBK92262 Electives | 18cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92563 Applied Exercise Physiology | 6cp | |
| 92565 Skill Acquisition | 6cp | |
| 92551 Sport and Exercise Internship | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points from the following: | 6cp | |
| CBK92262 Electives | 18cp | |
| Exercise Therapy major | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92511 Structural Anatomy | 6cp | |
| 92512 Biomechanics of Human Motion | 6cp | |
| 91429 Physiological Bases of Human Movement | 6cp | |
| 92515 Collaboration, Creativity and Critical Thinking | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92521 Functional Anatomy | 6cp | |
| 92523 Strength and Conditioning | 6cp | |
| 92524 Health and Lifespan Development | 6cp | |
| 92526 Data Management in Sport and Exercise | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92533 Exercise Physiology | 6cp | |
| 92530 Sport and Exercise Psychology | 6cp | |
| 92536 Research Methods for Sport and Exercise | 6cp | |
| 92555 Motor Learning and Control | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92542 Applied Biomechanics | 6cp | |
| 92543 Exercise Prescription | 6cp | |
| 92544 Health Promotion and Physical Activity | 6cp | |
| 92547 Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 92553 Complex Exercise Management | 6cp | |
| 92554 Exercise Assessment, Prescription and Delivery | 6cp | |
| 92562 Exercise Rehabilitation | 6cp | |
| CBK92069 Transdisciplinary Electives | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 92550 Sport and Exercise Science Practicum | 6cp | |
| 92563 Applied Exercise Physiology | 6cp | |
| 92565 Skill Acquisition | 6cp | |
| 96848 Brain and Behaviour | 6cp | |
Honours
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) (C09057) is available to eligible students with an additional year of full-time study, or two years of part-time study.
Further study at UTS
Students who complete the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science degree with either the Exercise Science major (MAJ06216) or Exercise Therapy major (MAJ06234) and have met the current entry criteria are eligible to apply for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology (C04449) at UTS.
Students who complete the Exercise Therapy major (MAJ06234) in this course are guaranteed entry to the Master of Physiotherapy (C04306) at UTS (subject to maintaining a credit grade point average and a successful internal interview). Students who complete this course with the required electives and grade point average meet current entry criteria for the Master of Physiotherapy (C04306).
Students who complete this course may also apply for the Master of High Performance Sport (C04362).
Professional recognition
Accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) for those who select the Exercise Science major or enrol in the Exercise Therapy major; the Australian Physiotherapy Council for those who go on to complete Master of Physiotherapy. Please note that ESSA requires all individuals seeking initial accreditation to meet the English Language Requirements.
Other information
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