Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
University of Newcastle - Newcastle - Callaghan
Overview
Exercise is important for a whole range of reasons, from staying fit and healthy, or managing diseases, to improving performance in recreational or elite sports. Exercise and sport science is an inspiring and rapidly evolving field that explores how best to prescribe and deliver exercise for health and performance benefits. From studying the degree, you could find yourself using the science of exercise and other lifestyle factors to make people more active, healthier or perform better.
At the University of Newcastle, we have a globally recognised approach to the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science that encompasses all aspects of physical health and that is delivered through a combination of online and face-to-face teaching. Graduation from the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science can lead to multiple career pathways and further study options.
Majors
Areas of study
Biomechanics, development and ageing, exercise physiology, exercise testing, functional anatomy, growth, motor control and learning, performance psychology, physical activity and health, prescription and delivery, sports nutrition.
Potential Career Outcomes
Career opportunities
Exercise scientist, exercise rehabilitation/injury management advisor, player development manager, research scientist, sports administrator, sports development officer.
Careers are available in a variety of settings including sporting organisations, gyms and fitness organisations, professional sporting teams, education and health promotion, health clinics and hospitals, corporate health, and academia.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The ATAR and Selection Rank profile is not available as this is a new course.
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Newcastle website for admission criteria information.
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University
University of Newcastle
Campus
Newcastle - Callaghan
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Health Sciences
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available
Indicative ATAR
Unknown
Course Link
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- State
- NSW
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 147
- Campuses
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Central Coast - Ourimbah Gosford Newcastle - Callaghan Newcastle City Precinct Port Macquarie Sydney
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