Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

University of South Australia - City East Campus

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Overview

Study South Australia's first fully accredited degree in exercise and sport science. Develop, deep understanding of the impact that exercise and physical activity has on the biological, psychological and social aspects of human life.

Learn how to design, deliver and assess exercise programs to improve clients' health and wellbeing, conduct laboratory and field testing, and appraise and interpret scientific research. Develop knowledge in human anatomy and physiology, the sociology of health and physical activity, exercise prescription and delivery, nutrition and biomechanics. Be guided by some of Australia's leading exercise scientists and experts in the field. Train in purpose-built facilities, including exercise physiology laboratories and our on-campus environmental chamber (used for altitude testing) and High Performance Sport Centre. Gain valuable practical experience by completing industry placements across, range of settings, including schools and elite sporting clubs.

Graduate with, degree accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) and be eligible for registration as an accredited exercise scientist.

Pre-Placement Requirements:

All students who, as part of their program, undertake activities where interaction with patients/the public is required, such as in field or clinical placements/visits and in University clinics and gyms, must satisfy the pre-placement requirements prior to commencement. These may include:

  • Criminal history screenings
  • Department of Human Services (DHS) checks
  • Vaccinations and screening for communicable diseases
  • Professional training and certification
Details of the pre-placement requirements can be found on the Clinical Placement Unit (CPU) website.

CAREERS Exercise scientist, strength and conditioning coach, physical training specialist, performance analyst, community sports project officer, health and wellness adviser

ATAR & Selection Rank

The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2023.

ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds
ATAR
(excluding adjustment factors)
Selection Rank
(including adjustment factors)
Highest rank to receive an offer97.2099.25
Median rank to receive an offer86.9089.20
Lowest rank to receive an offer71.4580.60

<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made

Admission Criteria

Please refer to the University of South Australia website for admission criteria information.

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