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Bachelor of Exercise Science
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Testamur Title of Degree: | Bachelor of Exercise Science |
Abbreviation: | BExSc |
UOW Course Code: | 1868 |
CRICOS Code: | 083033D |
Total Credit Points: | 144 |
Duration: | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Science, Medicine and Health |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus |
Delivery Campus / UAC Code: | Wollongong / 757642 |
Additional Information: |
Overview
Exercise Scientists are trained to utilise exercise as a preventative intervention and maintenance tool to improve health and achieve quantifiable health outcomes, using both aerobic and strength/conditioning models.
The Bachelor of 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 degree, students may apply for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology. The Bachelor of Exercise Science can also be used for entry into other allied health postgraduate degrees.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Bachelor of Exercise Science will be able to:
- Illustrate a comprehensive and coherent knowledge in the principles and concepts associated with exercise science.
- Critically review, analyse and synthesise information.
- Indicate how exercise science knowledge and skills can be applied in professional practice and scholarship.
- Demonstrate evidence of outcomes related to Discipline Threshold Learning Outcomes and Professional Accreditation Requirements including:
- Exercise assessment, prescription and delivery
- Analysis and modification of movement
- Understanding foundational principles of physiology, anatomy, biomechanics, neurophysiology, psychology
- Statistics and research methodology.
- Exercise critical thinking and independent problem solving.
- Communicate clearly and coherently knowledge and ideas to others.
Course Structure
The Bachelor of 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. In order to attend the practicum experience, students must meet NSW Health Department requirements in regard to Criminal Record Checks and Infectious Disease. Students who do not meet these requirements will not be able to attend the practicum experience, and therefore will not be able to continue in this degree. For further information on Criminal Record Checks and Infectious Diseases please see visit Student Clearances for Clinical Placements - NSW Department of Health.
Students intending to apply for the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology should seek academic advice regarding subject selection.
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
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Year 1 | |||
Autumn | |||
PSYC101 | Introduction to Behavioural Science | 6 | Autumn, Summer |
MEDI110 | Human Growth Nutrition and Exercise | 6 | Autumn |
MEDI111 | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology I | 6 | Autumn |
Select one of the following two subjects: | |||
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. | |||
CHEM101 | Chemistry IA: Introductory Physical and General Chemistry | 6 | Autumn |
CHEM104 | Foundation Chemistry: Properties of Matter | 6 | Autumn |
Spring | |||
BIOL103 | Molecules, Cells and Organisms | 6 | Spring |
PSYC116 | Psychology of Physical Activity and Health | 6 | Spring |
MEDI112 | Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology II | 6 | Spring |
Select one of the following two subjects: | |||
Note: Students who have achieved a mark of 65% or more in NSW HSC Chemistry or equivalent must select CHEM102. All other students must select CHEM105. | |||
CHEM102 | Chemistry 1B: Structure and Reactivity of Molecules for Life | 6 | Spring |
CHEM105 | Foundation Chemistry: Reactions and Structures | 6 | Spring |
Year 2 | |||
Autumn | |||
MEDI211 | Control Mechanisms Physiology | 6 | Autumn |
BIOL213 | Principles of Biochemistry | 6 | Autumn |
MEDI222 | Foundations of Biomechanics | 6 | Autumn |
Plus one subject from the following list: | |||
MGNT102 | Business Communications | 6 | Autumn, Spring, Summer |
HAS 230 | Contemporary Public Health Issues | 6 | Autumn |
Or another subject that has been approved by the Course Coordinator | |||
Spring | |||
MEDI220 | Musculoskeletal Functional Anatomy | 6 | Spring |
MEDI221 | Exercise Physiology | 6 | Spring |
MEDI223 | Clinical Biomechanics | 6 | Spring |
STAT251 | Fundamentals of Biostatistics | 6 | Spring |
Year 3 | |||
Autumn | |||
MEDI322 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 6 | Autumn. First offered in 2018 |
EXSC330 | Exercise Prescription | 18 | Autumn. First offered in 2018 |
Spring | |||
MEDI330 | Sensorimotor Control of Movement | 6 | Spring. First offered in 2018 |
Plus, 18 credit points of subjects from the following list: | |||
MEDI350 | Medical Science Research Projects | 6 | Autumn, Spring. First offered in 2018 |
MEDI314 | Regional Anatomy | 6 | Spring. First offered in 2018 |
MEDI304 | Research Methods and Analysis | 6 | Spring. First offered in 2018 |
MEDI323 | Cardiorespiratory Physiology* | 6 | Spring. First offered in 2018 |
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 Bachelor of Exercise Science with a credit grade average enables students to apply for entry to the BSc (Honours). Prospective applicants should consult the School Honours Coordinator to register their interest and become involved in the supervisor and topic selection process.
Credit Arrangements
Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Professional Recognition/Accreditation
The Bachelor of 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