Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
James Cook University
About
JCU Sport and Exercise Science graduates are highly-skilled and are employed in a range of health-related industries.Graduates pursue careers in various areas including health and wellness management, health promotion agencies, sports training and rehabilitation, hospital-based science, and occupational health and safety.Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science can enrol in a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, which can lead to employment as a clinical exercise physiologist.
Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours).Graduates of this course are eligible for professional membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia.
Structure
CORE SUBJECTS
Level 1
Teaching Period 1
BM1061:03 Anatomy and Physiology for Sport and Exercise Science 1
SP1003:03 Communication for Sport and Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology (Clinical)
PY1101:03 Exploring Psychology: From Brain to Practice
SP1001:03 Science and Practice of Sport and Exercise
Teaching Period 2
BM1062:03 Anatomy and Physiology for Sport and Exercise Science 2
HS1401:03 Health and Health Care in Australia
PH1001:03 Preparatory Physics
SP1002:03 Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Level 2
Teaching Period 1:
HS2402:03 Health Professional Research 1
SP2200:03 Exercise and Sports Testing
SP2003:03 Functional Kinesiology and Biomechanics
SP2007:03 Physiological Basis for Exercise and Sport
Teaching Period 2:
SP2009:03 Strength Training and Conditioning
SP2010:03 Principles of Motor Learning and Motor Control
SP2201:03 Exercise Prescription
SP2207:03 Dynamics of Sport and Exercise Behaviour
Level 3
Teaching Period 1:
SP3006:03 Environmental and Sports Medicine
SP3008:03 Practicum in Sport and Exercise Science/Clinical Exercise Physiology
SP3011:03 Sports Training and Rehabilitation
SP3015:03 Advanced Motor Learning and Motor Control
Teaching Period 2:
SP3018:03 Advanced Biomechanics
SP3014:03 Independent Project in Sport and Exercise Science and Clinical Exercise Physiology
SP3016:03 Exercise Prescription and Delivery
PLUS
Select 3 credit points of any level 1, 2 or 3 subjects
Entry requirements
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| Course pre-requisites | English (Units 3/4,C); General Maths, Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4,C) Recommended: one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health, Psychology or Physical Education (Units 3/4,C) |
| Minimum English language proficiency requirements | Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements of Band 2 – Schedule II of the JCU Admissions Policy. |
| Additional selection requirements | Information published by JCU or otherwise made available to students when applying, may specify additional criteria to be considered in ranking applicants in order of merit if the number of applications exceeds a quota or other limit on the places made available for the course. Information provided by applicants during the application process and any other information obtained by JCU in the application process may be used by JCU to rank applicants in order of merit by reference to those additional criteria. |
| Course includes mandatory professional placement(s) | Clinical placement/professional practice: This course includes prescribed professional or clinical placements. Students may be required to undertake such placements away from the campus at which they are enrolled, at their own expense (Note: health professional courses generally involve extensive professional or clinical placements). Further information about placements can be found at Coursework Enrolment Procedure. |
| Post admission requirements | This course may have specific admission requirements such as immunisation, a Suitability to Work with Children Card, a federal police check and/or other conditions that students must comply with. Students must complete all professional experience placement requirements by the prescribed deadlines and maintain currency of these requirements in order to stay admitted in the course. You will find your course requirements here: https://www.jcu.edu.au/professional-experience-placement/preparation-checklists |
Learning outcomes
Be equipped with theoretical and practical skills to help individuals and athletes improve their physical performance, focussing on North Queensland’s tropical climate and cultural heritage.
Learn the scientific principles underlying the benefits of physical activity, focussing on the role of sport and exercise. Analyse and evaluate performance in JCU’s world-class technical, training and testing facilities.
Benefit from practical work experience alongside industry professionals. Assess, design, and deliver specialist exercise programs for a variety of people, from community members to elite athletes.
JCU Sport and Exercise Science graduates are highly-competent, motivated, and career-ready professionals.
View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects, as well as pre-placement requirements.
Additional information
Honours
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees. Please refer to the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) Handbook for eligibility information.
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