Psychology and exercise science share the goal of assisting individuals and groups to optimise functioning and performance; the combined knowledge of these two disciplines will equip graduates to provide high quality services to their clients. Exercise scientists working with clinical populations and high performance athletes will benefit from the knowledge and skills gained from topics within psychology, including motivation, emotion, individual differences, psychological disorders, and decision making. ACU's undergraduate psychology programs help students to acquire knowledge, assimilate conceptual understandings and develop skills of application to enhance human functioning in a broad range of professional settings. Graduates acquire an advanced understanding of human behaviour, as well as highly regarded employability skills, including: critical analysis and rational thinking; ethical decision making; scientific thinking and research capabilities; measurement and analysis of data; problem solving skills; written and verbal communication; interpersonal skills, including foundational counselling skills; life-long learning skills. The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science progresses students from foundation knowledge, understanding and skills in human anatomy, physiology and the sub-disciplines of Exercise Science, into their application in movement, exercise and sporting contexts, such as exercise testing, prescription and delivery. Students then progress into authentic learning experiences to integrate their evidence-based learnings and scope of practice in applied, industry-based settings. This professional practice provides students the opportunity to reflect upon their transition from learning to practitioner. Graduates make meaningful contributions to improving the outcomes of clients, customers, colleagues and collaborators in a diverse range of settings including: government departments, private sector, schools, business, and not-for-profit organisations.

Course Fee:

International: $94,496

Entry Requirements:

Year 12 level, or equivalent. NSW Prerequisites: English (Standard) (Band 2) or English (Advanced) (Band 2) or EAL (Band 3). NSW Recommended Studies: Personal Development, Health and Physical education (PDHPE); Mathematics plus one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics; VIC Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL; and a study score of at least 25 in one of Biology, Chemistry, any Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics or Psychology.

Structure:

320 credit points. In the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, students are required to complete 140 hours of appropriate professional experience (practicum) with accurate record-keeping, as part of course accreditation requirements.

Subjects you can Study:

Psychological practice: theory and techniques; Foundations of psychology; Growth, motor development and ageing; Applications of psychology; Anatomical foundations of exercise science; Self and community: exploring the anatomy of modern society; plus more

Study Pathways:

High-achieving graduates from this program may be eligible to apply for fourth year studies in Psychology (Honours degree in Psychological Science or Graduate Diploma in Psychology). Graduates are also eligible for admission to: postgraduate studies in Clinical Exercise Physiology courses, if seeking Exercise Physiology accreditation; postgraduate studies in High Performance Sport; one-year Honours courses, for meritorious students preparing for higher degree research; higher degree studies in Education, if seeking teacher registration (dependent on elective choices and campus/state of study); further study in other allied health professions; further study in nutrition/dietetics (dependent on elective choices).

Further information:

Career paths for this course - Counselling; Child welfare and development; Community work; Education; Health; Human resources; Marketing and Market research; Fourth year study in psychology to pursue a career in psychology, including sports psychology; Government and non-government health, sport and recreation departments; High performance sport organisations; Sports institutes and academies; Corporate fitness; Exercise scientist; Sports scientist; Health and fitness consultant; Strength and conditioning coach; Sports coach; Rehabilitation coach; Performance analyst; Fitness advisor; Sports science manager; Physical activity officer; Allied health assistant.

Recognition:

Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) accreditation: This new degree has 'qualifying accreditation' status with Exercise and Sports Science Australia for the Strathfield and Melbourne campuses. This is the first step towards a full accreditation application at the Exercise Scientist level for graduates in the program from 2019. (Full accreditation also means that the course is approved as providing the appropriate knowledge and skills to enter our postgraduate Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology course). This course is currently accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA) as a suitable program of study for the purpose of registration as a psychologist. Please note that after completion of an APAC accredited undergraduate degree, a further minimum of three years education and training in psychology are required to register as a psychologist in Australia.

Accepts International Students:

Yes

Related Careers:

Exercise Scientist, Psychologist,

Campus	ATAR/OP	Mid Year Intake	Study Mode	Duration
Melbourne (St Patrick's)	No info	No	Part time	8 years
Melbourne (St Patrick's)	No info	No	Full time	4 years
Strathfield (Mount Saint Mary)	No info	No	Full time	4 years
Strathfield (Mount Saint Mary)	No info	No	Part time	8 years

Australian Catholic University (ACU) commenced operation on 1 January 1991. The University has seven campuses in Adelaide, Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, and Sydney (2 campuses) and teaches courses throughout Australia and overseas. The University was formed by the amalgamation of four Catholic institutions of higher education in eastern Australia, and is incorporated as a company limited by guarantee (Australian Catholic University Ltd).

ACU is a public university open to all, a Table A listed higher education provider under the Higher Education Support Act 2003, and a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, and the International Federation of Catholic Universities. The University is a member of Universities Australia (formerly the Australian Vice-Chancellors' Committee).

The three foundation Faculties are Arts and Sciences, Education, and Health Sciences. The Faculty of Theology and Philosophy commenced operation on 1 January 2009 and the Faculty of Business commenced operation on 1 January 2010.

ACU graduates are high achievers and enjoy one of the best rates of employment in Australia. ACU students undertake work experience throughout their studies, with many students finding jobs using their professional skills even before they have graduated.

ACU's small friendly campuses, small class sizes (student to teacher ratio of 18.5:1), easy access to teaching staff and outstanding student support services allows students to achieve their full potential.

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