Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Our Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science enables you to develop knowledge and practical skills with core studies in biomechanics, anatomy, physiology and health, whilst pursuing an interest in either applied exercise programming, health or teaching.

You will examine key aspects of sport science and learn how to plan, implement and evaluate healthy living and diverse populations.Our new Health and Sports Precinct will support your practical learning, as well as industry placements – a program component that our students love the most.

With support from us, you will gain valuable work experience within a range of exercise science industries both locally and state-wide.Upon graduation, you will be eligible for registration with Exercise and Sport Science Australia, and be able to pursue a variety of career paths.

Our graduates have successfully gained employment in high profile organisations including the NBA, NFL, AFL, NRL and Super Netball.If you wish to progress to further study, the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is a pathway to coursework masters degrees including a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, Master of Strength and Conditioning and Master of Teaching (Secondary).

Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course. Please contact Federation University for further information on available options.

Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes. To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by Federation University for your individual program structure or view our enrolment information page.

To view current subject information and cost, click on the individual subject name below, or click here to view current subject information and cost for ALL subjects.

Year 1

Semester 1

EXERCISE PRINCIPLES AND INSTRUCTION EXSCI1702, 15 credit points

MOTOR LEARNING AND CONTROL EXSCI1703, 15 credit points

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 1 HEALT1111, 15 credit points

PSYCHOSOCIAL ASPECTS OF HEALTH BEHAVIOUR HEALT1705, 15 credit points

Semester 2

INTRODUCTION TO BIOMECHANICS EXSCI1701, 15 credit points

PRINCIPLES OF RESEARCH IN EXERCISE SCIENCE EXSCI1704, 15 credit points

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS 2 HEALT1112, 15 credit points

HEALTH AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY PROMOTION HEALT1706, 15 credit points

Year 2

Semester 1

APPLIED BIOMECHANICS EXSCI2008, 15 credit points

EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY EXSCI2171, 15 credit points

FUNCTIONAL HUMAN ANATOMY EXSCI2172, 15 credit points

INTRODUCTION TO EXERCISE SCIENCE WORKPLACE LEARNING HMPRC2170, 15 credit points

Semester 2

PSYCHOLOGY OF SPORT AND EXERCISE EXSCI2173, 15 credit points

EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION 1 EXSCI2175, 15 credit points

ADVANCED MOTOR CONTROL AND LEARNING EXSCI3171, 15 credit points

Elective Choices Inclusion through Physical Activity (15 credit points) Aquatics and Water Safety (15 credit points) Creative Movement in Health and Physical Education (15 credit points) Games Pedagogy 1 (15 credit points)

Year 3

Semester 1

EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION 2 EXSCI3172, 15 credit points

INJURY PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT IN HUMAN MOVEMENT EXSCI3173, 15 credit points

EXERCISE SCIENCE WORKPLACE READINESS HMPRC3170, 15 credit points

Elective Choices Inclusion through Physical Activity (15 credit points) Aquatics and Water Safety (15 credit points) Creative Movement in Health and Physical Education (15 credit points) Games Pedagogy 1 (15 credit points)

Semester 2

PHYSICAL PREPARATION FOR SPORT EXSCI3002, 15 credit points

ADVANCED EXERCISE SCIENCE EXSCI3174, 15 credit points

NUTRITION FOR HEALTH AND EXERCISE HEALT2174, 15 credit points

Elective Choices Inclusion through Physical Activity (15 credit points) Aquatics and Water Safety (15 credit points) Creative Movement in Health and Physical Education (15 credit points) Games Pedagogy 1 (15 credit points)

Entry requirements (year 12)

Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students (2020) and recent secondary graduates (2019 and 2018)

Prerequisites

• Units 1 and 2: satisfactory completion in two units (any study combination) of Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Mathematical Methods or Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Units 3 and 4: any Mathematics;
• Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English.

This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.

Guaranteed ATAR

This program has a guaranteed ATARIf you meet the program pre-requisites and any ‘Essential Requirements for Admission’, we will guarantee you a place in this program with this ATAR. We use the adjusted ATAR, factoring in subject adjustments and SEAS as detailed below.

Subject Adjustments

A study score of 35 in Biology, Chemistry, Physical Education or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.

SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme)

Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application.

Entry requirements (non year 12)

Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study

This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Compulsory: Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the FedUni Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST).

Admission criteria for applications with a Vocational Education and Training study

This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Compulsory: Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.

Admission criteria for applications with work and life experience

This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Compulsory: Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant experience to strengthen their application.