Exercise and Sports Science University of New England

Overview

You will future proof your career by gaining critical knowledge in areas such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, human nutrition and sport psychology. You will hone your logical, critical and creative thinking abilities and put your skills into practice in the design, implementation and evaluation of exercise and physical activity for healthy people.

Why study the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science with University of New England?

Studying exercise and sports science with UNE gives you access to high-quality education and world-class sports, exercise and health facilities.

Our research is recognised as being among the best in the world. Our human movement and sports science research received a rating of 5 – well above world standard – by the Australian Research Council in 2019.

We have been selected as the academic partner institution for the NSW Rugby League Centre of Excellence to be established at Sydney Olympic Park. This partnership may provide you with opportunities to undertake exercise and sports science internships with NSW Rugby League.

UNE is a member of the Elite Athlete Education Network (EAEN). We offer our student-athletes flexible study options to balance sporting pursuits with academic requirements.

SportUNE at UNE is one of the best university sporting precincts in Australia. We offer variety, flexibility and a range of new facilities and services. Our facilities include a state-of-the-art fitness and strength building gym, a new 25-metre pool, 6-lane indoor heated pool, indoor and outdoor courts, a climbing and bouldering wall and 15 hectares of playing fields.

Career outcomes

This course allows you to qualify as an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) and add value in a variety of exercise and sports science jobs.

Your career options could include:

• cardiac, respiratory or sleep technician in hospitals
• coach or development officer with an institute of sport, sporting team or association
• strength and conditioning specialist working with athletes and sporting teams
• health consultant or educator in schools or government
• corporate health consultant in industrial/mining, employee wellbeing or employment screening
• consultant in aged care facilities.