Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (BSES)

Back to top Program aims The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (BSES) program aims to allow students to develop or extend their knowledge and expertise to meet personal achievement goals or provide for career opportunities within the health, exercise, sports and fitness industry such as exercise scientists, sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, sports and recreation development officers, sports performance directors or a range of other roles.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

• Have achieved a minimum Overall Position (OP) 15, tertiary entrance rank 68 or equivalent qualification.^

• English Language Proficiency requirements for Category 2.

Applicants are advised to also address the following:

• Assumed knowledge expectations: English.

All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements.

If students do not meet the English language requirements they may apply to study a University-approved English language program. On successful completion of the English language program, students may be admitted to an award program.

These are determined by the University for specific programs each Semester. The 2019 OP and tertiary entrance ranks are based on agreed QTAC schedules which assess formal study at Year 12 or equivalent level, tertiary, preparatory, professional or vocational qualifications or work experience, as detailed in the QTAC Assessment of Qualifications Manual and QTAC Assessor Guidelines. Special admissions may help you get into the program of your choice by increasing your Selection Rank. The additional points don't apply to all applicants or all programs. Please read the information about USQ's Special Admissions carefully to find out what you may be eligible for.

Program objectives

On completion of the program graduates should be able to:

1. Review and apply theories, concepts, methods and technologies to critically analyse, consolidate, synthesise and evaluate information to generate innovative and sustainable solutions to solve complex problems to a range of diverse contexts associated with exercise and sports science.
2. Appraise and apply relevant exercise related knowledge and skills to specific contexts, cognisant of the circumstances of individuals and groups, including sports performers and those with disabilities, chronic diseases and from a range of age groups across the lifespan.
3. Act autonomously to display well-developed practical skills relevant to laboratory, clinical and field situations in the sport and exercise area.
4. Exhibit and apply knowledge of evidence-based practice, advanced oral, written and digital communication skills, and professional development to clearly and coherently communicate concepts, information and ideas to relevant stakeholders.
5. Integrate and apply a competent level of safe, professional integrity and ethical practice displayed in interactions with clients from a range of populations, and a variety of contexts, across the lifespan.