Overview

The Human Movement - Secondary Health and Physical Education course from Adelaide University focuses on proven, sustainable ways to boost human health and wellbeing. You'll learn why people move and what affects their ability to do so.

You’ll explore human anatomy, physiology, growth and motor development. Study contributing factors when it comes to health – for both individuals and communities. Build research, critical thinking and data analysis skills.

The Secondary Health and Physical Education major gives you the necessary education and training for you to be eligible to apply for entry into our Master of Teachingopens in a new tab. It covers health and PE content, as well as some pedagogy courses.

Learn teaching and coaching principles. Explore contemporary issues impacting young people. Build the skills to plan and facilitate relevant, engaging and inclusive physical experiences – from team sports to dance and outdoor adventures.

You’ll graduate ready for roles in community centres, sports camps and corporate settings. Or, continue on to the Master of Teaching to lead secondary health and physical education in Australian schools.

Career opportunities:

You’ll graduate with specialised knowledge and practical skills in human health and physical education. This will ensure a strong foundation – and a competitive edge – for the Master of Teachingopens in a new tab at Adelaide University.

Even without further study, however, you’ll be qualified for a range of fun and impactful roles supporting community health.

You could be an outdoor education instructor, leading adventure tours for schools, corporate teams or clubs. You might be a coach in a community sports program. Perhaps you’ll work for a local youth organisation like Youth Inc.opens in a new tab SASYopens in a new tab, Whitelionopens in a new tab or Youth Opportunitiesopens in a new tab, helping young people reach their goals and undertake action-learning in the real world.

You could also be a:

Youth sports coordinator
Health promotion officer
Human movement practitioner
Community and allied health worker
Wellness coach
Corporate program coordinator
Sport development officer
Recreational program manager
Adventure therapy facilitator.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Motor Control and Learning
Physical Activity and Health
Motor Development and Ageing
Biomechanics of Human Movement
Group and Team Leadership

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-23 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gawler, Australia

Disciplines

Education Sport and Exercise Science View 99 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 115715J

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

Secondary education (Year 12)

Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.

Higher education study

Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) in a higher education award program.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

50500 AUD / year

≈ 50500 AUD / year

Additional Details

National tuition - Commonwealth Supported

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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