Students are to follow the requirements of the Handbook for the year they commenced the course.
However, the subject links below do not contain the subject information for the current year. You can view current subject information through the new Course Handbook.

Exercise Science

Exercise Scientists are trained to utilise exercise as a preventative and restorative health intervention in the same way that physiotherapists utilise manual therapy techniques to achieve quantifiable health outcomes.

The Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) provides a general introduction to the area of exercise science through the study of anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, exercise prescription and biomechanics. Students will gain a basic understanding of the anatomical and physiological basis of human motion and the effect of exercise, injury and disease on human performance in sport, industry and in daily living.

Upon successful completion of the first two years of the course, students may apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Exercise Science & Rehabilitation.

Course STRUCTURE

The Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) requires the successful completion of 144 credit points of subjects in accordance with the course structure and recommended subject progression table below.

Note that this degree has 140 hours of compulsory practicum experience, which must be completed over the three years of the course.

Students intending to apply for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology should seek academic advice regarding subject selection.

Subject Code	Subject Name	Session	Credit Points
Year 1
Autumn
CHEM101	Chemistry 1A: Introductory Physical & General Chemistry	Autumn	6
OR
CHEM104	Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter	Autumn	6
Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent must select CHEM101. All other students must select CHEM104.
PSYC101	Introduction to Behavioural Science	Autumn	6
SHS 110	Human Growth, Nutrition & Exercise	Autumn	6
SHS 111	Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology I	Autumn	6
Spring
BIOL103	Molecules, Cells & Organisms	Spring	6
CHEM102	Chemistry 1B: Structure & Reactivity of Molecules for Life	Spring	6
OR
CHEM105	Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures	Spring	6
PSYC116	Psychology of Physical Activity & Health	Spring	6
SHS 112	Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology II	Spring	6
Year 2
Autumn
BIOL213	Principles of Biochemistry	Autumn	6
MGMT102	Business Communications	Autumn	6
Or
SHS 230	Contemporary Public Health Issues	Autumn	6
SHS 211	Control Mechanisms Physiology	Autumn	6
SHS 222	Foundations of Biomechanics	Autumn	6
Spring
SHS 220	Musculoskeletal Functional Anatomy	Spring	6
SHS 221	Exercise Physiology	Spring	6
SHS 223	Clinical Biomechanics	Spring	6
STAT251	Fundamentals of Biostatistics	Spring	6
Year 3
Autumn
SHS 321	Advanced Exercise Physiology	Autumn	8
EXSC320	Exercise Prescription	Autumn	16
Spring
SHS 320	Motor Control and Dysfunction	Spring	8
Select TWO electives from the following subjects:
SHS 300	Research Projects*	Spring	8
SHS 310	Regional Anatomy	Spring	8
SHS 312	Research Topics	Spring	8
SHS 313	Cardiorespiratory physiology*	Spring	8
Or other subjects that have been approved by the Course Coordinator
*Must be taken if applying for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Honours

Successful completion of the BSc(Exercise Science) with a credit grade average enables students to apply for entry to the BSc (Honours) course (UOW Course Code 748). Prospective applicants should consult the School Honours Coordinator to register their interest and become involved in the supervisor and topic selection process. For course requirements see Honours entry under Bachelor of Science (UOW Course code 749).

Professional Recognition/ACCREDITATION

The Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science) has been accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA). Upon graduation, students are eligible for membership as an Exercise Scientist.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: smah-students@uow.edu.au

Last reviewed: 28 August, 2018