Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00300K
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is a professional degree that will prepare you for a wide range of careers in the rewarding and exciting field of sports science.At CDU, you can study a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science 100% online or on campus*. You can choose to study part-time or full-time, and focus your studies with short, practical intensive units.Learn about anatomy, physiology, psychology, exercise prescription and delivery, coaching, nutrition, physical assessment, and more.You will choose from one of six majors:CoachingStrength and ConditioningPublic HealthSport PsychologyRehabilitation, orSport Business and Management.The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science combines the best of theory and practice-based learning. You can complete placements close to your home (wherever you live in Australia), virtual-reality-based learning, and short on-campus intensive units in Darwin with industry bodies. You will also learn about important core concepts, the latest research and industry best-practice.During the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, you can achieve shorter industry-recognized qualifications that count towards your degree and help you to start working in the sports and fitness industry before you graduate.Most assessments for the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science are coursework and practice-based, and are completed during term semester, so you will sit few formal exams.* Online study is only available to domestic students. International students are required to study on campus.Practical ExperienceAs part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, you will complete two supervised practical placements. The first will be a general practical placement of 140 hours. The second will be a specialized placement of 140-280 hours, depending on your major.You are not required to travel for your placement; it can be completed anywhere in the world. You'll choose your own supervisor (which must be a qualified sport or health professional) and a topic that interests you.If you already have experience in the sport and exercise industry, you can apply for recognition of prior learning. Some or all of your work experience may be counted towards your required 140 hours of placement.In addition to placement, you can also apply for learning broad programs and take part in short, practical intensive in Darwin (where you'll meet industry professionals, tour sporting facilities, complete practical training and simulations on campus, and work with athletes and the local community).
Subjects
- HSC132 Introduction to Health Promotion
- SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1
- SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2
- SBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological Studies
- SPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise Prescription and Delivery (replaces SPE209)
- SPE120 Essentials in Health and Fitness
- HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A Sociological Introduction
- SPE205 Biomechanics and Movement Analysis
- SPE206 Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology
- SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and Development
- SPE212 Applied Coaching Principles across the Lifespan
- SPE261 Functional Anatomy (replaces SBI261)
- SPE313 General Practicum
- SPE309 Physiology of Sport and Exercise
- SPE320 Nutrition and Health
- SPE330 Physical Activity in Special Population
- SPE331 Coaching Accreditation
- SPE351 Psychology and Sport
- SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercises
- SPE381 Physiological assessment of athletes
- SPE382 Periodization of Training
- SPE405 Specialized Practicum
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
- SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercises
- SPE381 Physiological assessment of athletes
- SPE382 Periodization of Training
- SPE383 Research Methodology
- SPE384 Research Data Collection and Interpretation
- SPE405 Specialized Practicum
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
- HSC121 Australia's Policy and Health Care System
- HSC122 Foundations of Public Health
- HSC204 Chronic Conditions Management or HSC211 Mental Health and Wellbeing
- HSC312 Global and Environmental Health
- HSC318 Rural and Remote Health
- SPE405 Specialized Practicum
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
- PSY150 Introduction to Psychology A (replaced PSY140 2022)
- PSY151 Introduction to Psychology B (replaced PSY141 2022)
- PSY228 Neuroscience and Biological Bases of Behavior (replaced PSY208 2022)
- AOD311 Counselling/ Interventions in Alcohol and Other Drugs Field (replaced AOD301 2022)
- SPE351 Psychology and Sport
- SPE405 Specialized Practicum
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
- SPE371 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
- SPE372 Cardiometabolic Rehabilitation
- SPE373 Neuromuscular Rehabilitation
- SPE374 Clinical Practicum (20cp)
- SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercises
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
- BUS303 Global Digital Enterprise
- MAN105 Introduction to Management
- MAN203 Comparative Management Systems
- SPE405 Specialized Practicum
- ACT205 Accounting for Managers
- BUS304 Evidence Based Strategy Creation
- BUS306 Contemporary Business Issues and Trends
- COM105 Business and Communication Skills
- ECO107 Economics for Managers
- ENT101 Entrepreneurship Fundamentals - Part A (5cp) AND ENT102 Entrepreneurship Fundamentals - Part B (5cp)
- LOG301 Logistics and Channel Management
- MKT308 Brand and Reputation Management
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
- SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching
- SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise
- SWK102 Communication Skills
Standard entry requirements
Admission requirements are met by one of the following:Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognized tertiary preparation course.Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.Defense members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading SeamanAir Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, CorporalArmy: Private, Lance Corporal, CorporalCurrent School Leaver Pathways:Best of 3 Year 12 subject gradesSchool recommendation program* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | International: $32,352 |
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| CDU Online |
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