Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:  

• comprehend, justify and exemplify professional and ethical behaviours that are informed by cultural awareness and competence
• retrieve, critically evaluate and communicate information about: Indigenous, state, national and global health, and exercise and sport science, from a variety of sources using a range of technologies
• use evidence-based discipline knowledge, concepts, practices, theories, and skills in a range of exercise, sport, health-related and research activities and settings
• work independently and in teams, to promote and optimise the health, fitness and sporting performance of individuals and/or populations, including First Nations Australians
• utilise innovation and technology in the practise of exercise and sport science*Reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes, and plan ongoing personal and professional development
• reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes, and plan ongoing personal and professional development.

Career opportunities

The career opportunities for exercise and sport science graduates are continually expanding, and include working as sport scientists, exercise scientists, coaching/development officers, strength and conditioning specialists, in government agencies as well as medical/clinical and corporate health and wellness areas.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is accredited at the level of exercise science which means graduating students are eligible to apply to Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) – the national accrediting body – as an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES).

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science students must complete 300 credit points comprising:

• Twelve [12] core units of study in Exercise and Sport Science (150 credit points)  including 160 placement hours
• Eight [8] units of study in the Exercise and Health Major (100 credit points)
• Other Studies – Four [4] units comprising a minor, or electives (50 credit points)

Students may not complete more than 125 credit points (normally 10 units) at Introductory Level. A unit of study can only be counted once, where units are shared between majors and/or minors, students must choose an approved alternate.

Domestic students have an opportunity to undertake a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Professional Placement. Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions.

Professional placements

Professional Placements are subject to a competitive selection process. Some Work Integrated Learning opportunities are not available to international students due to visa restrictions. International students may be required to change courses in order to complete Work Integrated Learning and should consider visa and extended study duration prior to applying. \

Students who elect to undertake a 6-month professional placement are subject to the following course rules and must complete 337.5 credit points comprising:

• Twelve (12) core units of study in Exercise and Sport Science (150 credit points), including 160 placement hours
• Eight (8) units of study in the Exercise and Health Major (100 credit points)
• Three (3) units of study comprising a minor or electives (37.5 credit points)
• Two (2) units of study from the Professional Placement Major (50 credit points)

Students who undertake a 12-month professional placement are subject to the following course rules and must complete 375 credit points comprising:

• Twelve [12] core units of study in Exercise and Sport Science (150 credit points), including 160 placement hours
• Eight (8) units of study in the Exercise and Health Major (100 credit points)
• One (1) unit of study comprising of electives (12.5 credit points)
• Four (4) units of study from the Professional Placement Major (100 credit points)

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is 150 credit points.

Accreditation placements

Accredited placements are structured opportunities that allow students to gain practical experience in their chosen fields. These placements are part of academic programs and are recognised by educational institutions, enhancing the credibility of the experience. They provide a valuable bridge between theoretical knowledge and real-world application, allowing participants to develop essential skills, network with industry professionals, and enhance their employability. 

Students undertaking the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science accreditation placement are subject to fees requirements and must obtain the following:

• uniform
• police check
• working with children check (WWCC)
• NDIS screening check^*
• immunisation form
• COVID-19 vaccination
• hand hygine certificate (yearly)
• N95 mask fit testing

Note: 
* This document may be required by the placement organisation

B. Applicants with higher education study

Educational history 

An applicant's entire academic history, including results from previous higher education study will be considered for entry into this course. If previous higher education qualifications are incomplete, results must have been obtained in the last seven years. 

Meeting course prerequisites 

As for Year 12 or equivalent. 

STAT/Bridging courses 

Results from the STAT Multiple Choice will be considered for applicants without an ATAR and whose post-secondary studies do not meet the minimum requirements. Applicants who do not meet the English prerequisites can sit STAT Written English and applicants who do not meet the Mathematics prerequisite can sit the STAT Multiple Choice or successfully complete Swinburne's MathsLink: General bridging program. Mathematics study scores or prerequisites older than 10 years are not considered to have met course prerequisite requirements. STAT results are valid for two years.

C. Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Educational history 

An applicant's entire academic history from the past seven years, including complete and/or incomplete post-secondary VET studies, will be considered for entry into this course. Only graded results will be considered. 

Meeting course prerequisites 

As for Year 12 or equivalent. 

STAT/Bridging courses 

Results from the STAT Multiple Choice will be considered for applicants without an ATAR and whose post-secondary studies do not meet the minimum requirements. Applicants who do not meet the English prerequisites can sit STAT Written English and applicants who do not meet the Mathematics prerequisite can sit the STAT Multiple Choice or successfully complete Swinburne's MathsLink: General bridging program. Mathematics study scores or prerequisites older than 10 years are not considered to have met course prerequisite requirements. STAT results are valid for two years.

D. Applicants with work and life experience

Educational history 

This course uses an applicant's entire academic record as part of its selection considerations, including an applicant's ATAR results from the last seven years can be considered for entry into this course.

Meeting course prerequisites 

As for Year 12 or equivalent. 

STAT/Bridging courses 

Results from the STAT Multiple Choice will be considered for applicants without an ATAR and whose post-secondary studies do not meet the minimum requirements. Applicants who do not meet the English prerequisites can sit STAT Written English and applicants who do not meet the Mathematics prerequisite can sit the STAT Multiple Choice or successfully complete Swinburne's MathsLink: General bridging program. Mathematics study scores or prerequisites older than 10 years are not considered to have met course prerequisite requirements. STAT results are valid for two years.