Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at UNE is a multidisciplinary program that develops a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and applied aspects of sport, exercise and health. The course includes core studies in human structure, function and behaviour before further study on the acute and chronic physiological and…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at UNE is a multidisciplinary program that develops a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and applied aspects of sport, exercise and health. The course includes core studies in human structure, function and behaviour before further study on the acute and chronic physiological and psychological responses to exercise. Analytical, technical and professional skills are developed in the areas of movement analysis, health and fitness assessment and exercise training for health and performance. Students complete 140 hours of workplace experience in their final trimester of study to practice these skills. Graduates are recognised for their expertise in the design and implementation of exercise interventions to prevent disease and improve athletic performance.
Course Aims
This course aims to provide a range of learning experiences to develop the core knowledge and skills across the sub disciplines of exercise and sports science as identified by Exercise and Sports Science Australia. This includes but is not limited to biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control/learning, exercise and sport psychology, human nutrition/development/health and exercise testing and prescription for health and performance.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
demonstrate a broad and coherent knowledge of the sub-disciplines of exercise and sports science, including the creative endeavour involved in acquiring knowledge and the contestable and testable nature of scientific knowledge;
use information literacy to analyse and evaluate the relationships between physical activity, athletic performance and health with a global context;
design and implement strategies/interventions to enhance participation, performance and enjoyment of sport and physical activity at the individual and community level; and
provide specialist services that recognise the historical, sociocultural, political and ethical dimensions of professional practice in exercise and sport related fields.
REQUIREMENTS
For direct admission into undergraduate courses offered by UNE you must have completed an educational qualification considered to be at least equivalent to completion of Year 12 in Australia. Entry requirements vary from country to country
Assumed knowledge is Mathematics, Personal Development Health and Physical Education and/or any two units of Science.
Recommended studies are Biology and/or Chemistry.
An IELTS (Academic) overall score of at least 6.0 with no sub-band less than 5.5; or equivalent TOEFL score of at least 213 in the computer-based test; or at least 79 in the internet-based test with no less than 22 in the written component; or a PTE Academic minimum overall score of 57 with no skill less than 50;
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of New England was originally formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. It became fully independent in 1954. The university is located on several sites in Armidale, NSW. All the programs are offered via the four faculties: Arts; Economics, Business and Law; Education, Health and Professional Studies; and The Sciences; these faculties incorporate 18 teaching schools. Research is offered in the areas of rural science, agricultural economics, geology, educational administration, linguistics, archaeology, etc.
