Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation)

Edith Cowan University

About

This course prepares students for a variety of professional clinical exercise science and rehabilitation roles in the private, corporate and government sectors.

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to gain extensive knowledge, skills and experience in clinical exercise delivery, healthy lifestyle intervention and wellness programs for people living with chronic conditions, with injuries or the healthy population.

Structure

Year 1 - Semester 1

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MHS1101 Anatomy and Physiology 1 15
SPS1530 Lifespan Growth and Development 15
NUT1121 Human Nutrition 15
SPS2615 Sports Injury Prevention and Management 15

Year 1 - Semester 2

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MHS1102 Anatomy and Physiology 2 15
SPS1111 Foundations of Fitness and Training 15
SPS1502 Biomechanics 15
SCH1104 Introduction to Pathophysiology 15

Year 2 - Semester 1

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS1217 Functional Anatomy 15
SPS2505 * Exercise Physiology 15
SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training 15
SCH1105 Introduction to Pharmacology 15

Year 2 - Semester 2

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
MAT2107 Statistical Research Methods 15
SPS2524 Exercise Delivery 15
SPS2301 Exercise Rehabilitation 15
SPS2516 Motor Learning and Control 15

Year 3 - Semester 1

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS3112 Exercise and Sports Science Practicum 15
SPS3120 Psycho-social Aspects in Physical Activity and Chronic Disease 15
SPS2622 Psychology of Sport, Exercise and Health 15
Select one (1) Unit from:
NUT2211 Metabolic Biochemistry 15
NUT3215 Exercise Nutrition 15
SCH2232 Medical Biochemistry 15
SCH2111 Applied Physiology 15
SPM2111 Sport Organisation Management 15
SPM3221 Sport Business Planning 15

Year 3 - Semester 2

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS3111 Physical Activity and Health 15
SPS3604 Human Movement - Participation and Inclusion 15
SPS3121 Professional Skills in Clinical Exercise Physiology 15
Select one Core Unit Option from:
SPS3516 ^ Advanced Motor Learning and Control 15
SPS3502 ^ Advanced Biomechanics 15
SPS3505 ^ Advanced Exercise Physiology 15
SPS3105 ^ Advanced Resistance Training 15
SPS3601 ^ Advanced Social Psychology of Exercise and Sport 15

Year 4 - Semester 1

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS4203 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Musculoskeletal 20
SPS4116 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Cardiovascular & Pulmonary 20
SPS4117 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Neurological and Neuromuscular 20
SPS4126 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Practicum 40

Note: SPS4126 is a full-year unit.

Year 4 - Semester 2

Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
SPS4504 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Cancer and Metabolic Conditions 20

^ Core Option * Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.

Entry requirements

Admission requirement (Band 4)

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Diploma or equivalent;
  • Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course; or
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Specific Admission Requirements

All applicants are required to be assessed for entry by the course coordinator where the student has undertaken prior tertiary study. Students with no prior tertiary study will be assessed by University Admissions.

Portfolio pathway applications are not accepted for this course.

Learning outcomes

  1. Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of clinical exercise and sport science theoretical and practical situations.
  2. Think critically to analyse, interpret and solve complex clinical exercise and sport science situations.
  3. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in clinical exercise and sport science contexts.
  4. Use digital technologies and literacies to assess, evaluate and synthesise information from multiple sources.
  5. Communicate clinical exercise and sport science knowledge, concepts and skills to diverse population groups.
  6. Demonstrate a global outlook in clinical exercise and sport science situations, showing sensitivity for diversity, including Aboriginal cultural competence.
  7. Demonstrate appropriate social and ethical values by working cooperatively and collaboratively in clinical exercise and sports science settings.
  8. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and initiative for own learning and professional practice.

Institution