Biomedical and Exercise Science Victoria University

Overview

At the  Biomedical and Exercise Science  programme offered at Victoria University you will learn to apply theoretical knowledge and analytical techniques to a range of practical and clinical scenarios including learning in industry, workplace and community settings. You will also gain experience and develop a solid foundation in designing research methodologies, and performing analytical research by participating in active research as a team member.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Apply a broad and coherent knowledge of the fundamentals of anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, biomechanics, psychology to investigate health and disease, nutrition and exercise science;

• Apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations in laboratory simulated learning environments, and community and industry settings, independently and as part of a research team;

• Critically review the principles of scientific research, experiment design and project design and consider social, cultural, and environmental issues;

• Critically analyse and synthesise biomedical and exercise science literature and data;

• Elucidate written and oral knowledge to a range of associates including supervisors, peers, research teams; community and industry partners;

• Reflect on own learning and career goals and the development of strategies for achieving them.

Career:

The Bachelor of Biomedical and Exercise Science course provides a platform for a pathway to pursue further specialist knowledge and skills.

Graduates successfully enter professional settings within the medical, public health and sporting sectors, including government, industry and research sectors, or pursue post-graduate studies in allied health courses.

Graduate of the Bachelor of Biomedical and Exercise Science:

• may undertake further study in the fields of clinical exercise science, sports science, biomedical science, dietetics, education or other doctoral studies.
• will be equipped for exercise and health research
• often choose to work in scientific, research or sporting science organisations.