Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences
Central Queensland University
About
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences aims to produce scholarly and autonomous graduates who are reflective professionals, ready for work, and possess the ability to take responsibility for their personal and professional development.
The course comprises of 24 units in total and as a student, you will complete 18 core units plus 6 additional units in one of the three minors (Biomedical Sciences, Sport Management, or Secondary Education minor).
Through the Exercise and Sport Sciences course you will gain in-depth knowledge of the processes and mechanisms of the human body, and sound practical skills in the various disciplines relevant to exercise and sport sciences such as anatomy and physiology, nutrition, exercise physiology, biomechanics, exercise and sport psychology, motor control and learning, and exercise prescription and delivery.
You will also be given opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills through laboratory activities, research projects, and work integrated learning experiences that are offered throughout the course.
The knowledge and skills you gain through the Exercise and Sport Sciences course will enable you to practice competently and effectively within the field of exercise and sports science.
These attributes will also see you well-placed to undertake further studies at an Honours or Postgraduate level.
Structure
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 minor
Core Structure
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| Number of units: 18 | Total credit points: 108 |
Course StructureStudents must complete a total of 24 units consisting of 18 core units; and a minor consisting of 6 units.
Students can view the minor options by selecting the desired minor from the Course Structure tab above.
Some units within this course have COMPULSORY residential schools. Please see the More Details section for residential school information. Dates of residential schools are provided through Timetabling section of the Handbook.
Recommended Study ScheduleIt is recommended that students consult with the Course Advisors regarding a study plan. The schedule below provides a recommend plan for each year (based on full-time study load).
YEAR 1
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> BMSC11001 | Human Body Systems 1 | --> |
| --> ESSC11001 | Physical Activity, Fitness and Health | --> |
| --> ESSC11003 | Skill Acquisition and Movement | --> |
| --> ESSC11004 | Study and Research Skills for Health Science | --> |
| --> BMSC11002 | Human Body Systems 2 | --> |
| --> ESSC11002 | Measurement and Evaluation in Health Science | --> |
| --> ESSC11006 | Introduction to Exercise and Sport Management | --> |
| --> ESSC11005 | Health and Sports Nutrition | --> |
YEAR 2
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> ESSC12001 | Exercise and Sport Physiology | --> |
| --> ESSC12004 | Exercise and Sport Biomechanics | --> |
| --> ESSC13007 | Functional Anatomy | --> |
| --> ESSC12003 | Exercise and Sport Psychology | --> |
| --> ESSC12005 | Applied Exercise and Sport Physiology | --> |
| --> ESSC12008 | Applied Exercise and Sport Biomechanics | --> |
In addition to the above core units, students are required to complete 2 units from their chosen minor.
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> ESSC13006 | Applied Skill Acquisition and Movement | --> |
| --> ESSC13008 | Advanced Exercise Prescription and Delivery | --> |
| --> ESSC13005 | Advanced Clinical Exercise Science | --> |
| --> ESSC13009 | Professional Practice in Exercise and Sports Science | --> |
In addition to the above core units, students are required to complete 4 units from their chosen minor.
MinorsStudents must complete 6 units from ONE of the following minors.
- Biomedical Sciences;
- Sport Management; or
- Secondary Teaching.
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 minor
Biomedical Sciences Minor
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| Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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Career options include: regional and state sporting organisations; corporate health and fitness; government agencies associated with exercise, sport, physical activity and health; sports institutes and academies; professional sports training, coaching and development; strength and conditioning; rehabilitation clinics and hospitals; private business in personal training and rehabilitation, and in universities and colleges with involvement in education and research.
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| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> ESSC12009 | Sport Injury Prevention and Management | --> |
| --> BIOH12008 | Human Pathophysiology | --> |
| --> BMSC12006 | Cardiorespiratory Physiology and Measurement | --> |
| --> BMSC12007 | Neurological Physiology & Measurement | --> |
| --> BMSC12009 | Sleep Physiology and Measurement | --> |
| --> PSYC13025 | Applied Sports Psychology | --> |
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 minor
Secondary Teaching Minor
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| Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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To be eligible to graduate with the Secondary Teaching minor, students must complete six (6) units in a secondary teaching discipline (other than Health and Physical Education) from the approved teaching area list (minors) outlined in the Handbook for CC13 Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
To be eligible for entry into a postgraduate teacher education course, students must have two distinct teaching areas. One of these will be Health and Physical Education (Year 7 – 10) and Year 11 – 12 Physical Education and the second teaching area will be the teaching area selected from the approved teaching area list (minors) in the Handbook for CC13 Bachelor of Education (Secondary).
The Secondary Teaching Minor must be confirmed by the Course Advisor for Exercise and Sport Sciences.
Course Structure
--> In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 minor
Sport Management Minor
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| Number of units: 6 | Total credit points: 36 |
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Management and administration in regional and state sporting organisations; management and administration in government agencies associated with exercise, sport, physical activity and health; professional sporting organisations; regional and state sports development; media; pPrivate business; lifestyle management.| column1 | ||
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| Available units | ||
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| --> ESSC12002 | Exercise and Sport Management | --> |
| --> ESSC12006 | Applied Exercise and Sport Management | --> |
| --> HRMT11011 | Human Resource Management | --> |
| --> MRKT11028 | Digital Marketing | --> |
| --> MRKT19036 | Marketing of Service Products | --> |
| --> OCHS12015 | Occupational Health and Safety Law | --> |
Entry requirements
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Entry Scores
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| Rank Threshold | SR 69 | ATAR 69 |
| Rank Cut-Off | OP 14 | SR 70 | ATAR 67.95 |
Entry Requirements
English Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- tertiary diploma level qualification, or
- bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or Untied States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components; or
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) - Score of 180 or above; or
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English - Score of 200 or above; or
- Combined Universities Language Test (CULT) - 70% with no individual component score of less than 15
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Each student will be assessed individually.
Security Requirements
No information available at this time
Health Requirements
No information available at this time
Assumed Knowledge
Domestic - English, maths, biological science and/or physical education subject.
Fees and Charges
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Learning outcomes
Core Learning Outcomes
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- Identify factors which influence performance in exercise, physical activity, and sport.
- 2.
- Critically evaluate information from a variety of sources and contexts for the purpose of implementing, monitoring, and assessing exercise programs.
- 3.
- Analyse the relationships between exercise, physical activity, fitness, sporting performance, and health.
- 4.
- Exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence in research and professional practice.
- 5.
- Evaluate recommendations for best practice within the context of exercise and sport science.
- 6.
- Demonstrate behaviours appropriate of an exercise and sport sciences professional.
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| 1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning | --> | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge | --> | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas | --> | --> | --> | |||
| 4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence | --> | --> | --> | |||
| 5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas | --> | --> | ||||
| 6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship | --> | --> | --> | --> | ||
| 7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts | --> | --> | --> | --> | --> | |
| 8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters | --> | --> | --> | --> |
Biomedical Sciences Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Secondary Teaching Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Sport Management Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Institution
