Overview
Why study with us?
- Strong industry ties with professional sporting teams including the Central Coast Mariners Football Club, Newcastle Jets Football Club, the Newcastle Knights Rugby League Club and Basketball Australia.
- Eligibility for accreditation – graduates are eligible for accreditation with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
- Work Integrated Learning opportunities – through our professional placement program, students are provided with opportunities to gain valuable work experience with professional sporting teams, sports organisations, clinics and hospitals.
- State of the art facilities – students learn about health and sport science in high quality laboratories with the latest testing equipment and have access to a fully-stocked gym to aid with training.
Career
Graduates of this Exercise and Sport Science degree program at the University of Newcastle will qualify for a wide range of careers. As more and more people realise the importance of exercise for our health, the career opportunities for exercise scientists are expanding.
Careers are available in a variety of public and private sector settings including:
- sporting organisations
- gyms and fitness organisations
- professional sporting teams
- education and health promotion
- clinics
- academia
Some typical roles include:
- Exercise Scientist
- Exercise Rehabilitation/Injury Management Advisor
- Player Development Manager
- Research Scientist
- Sports Administrator
- Sports Development Officer
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Functional Anatomy for Exercise Science
- Exercise and Sport Science Practice
- Exercise Prescription and Delivery
- Physical Activity and Exercise Across the Lifespan
- Psychological, Nutritional and Injury Foundations for Exercise and Sport Science
- Musculoskeletal Anatomy for Podiatry
- Human Bioscience
- Statistics for the Sciences
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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International students: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Nutrition & Dietetics Sports Sciences Kinesiology View 114 other Bachelors in Sports Sciences in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 102636D
Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.
- Academic transcript
- Completion certificate
- Evidence of English proficiency
- Passport biometric page
- For programs requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.
Tuition Fee
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International
35790 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 35790 AUD per year during 36 months.
National students are Commonwealth Supported.
Living costs for Newcastle
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.