Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (53J)

    Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (53J)

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 37,950 / Year
    Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (53J)

    About

    Exercise Scientists can be found all across the community, working in a range of industries to improve health, wellbeing, fitness, and performance. Key areas of practice include occupational and corporate health, primary prevention, education, sport and recreation, fitness and exercise training, and physical activity within a number of health settings.

    When studying a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, you'll apply an evidence-based approach to promote health, wellbeing, fitness and performance. From those with clinical conditions, to elite athletes, you'll develop the knowledge and skills required to provide high quality health care to the local community and beyond.

    With 140 hours of practical experience opportunities, you'll benefit from a range of industry connections and networks. From health and community groups and the healthcare sector, to peak Tasmanian sporting bodies such as Cricket Tasmania, AFL Tasmania, and the Tasmanian Institute of Sport.

    Graduate confident and job ready with full accreditation from Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) or step into postgraduate study in allied health fields such as exercise physiology, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy. With strong job opportunities across a range of sectors, a Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science will launch you into a rewarding and thriving health career.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    All international students will need to meet the minimum English Language Requirements, University General Entry Requirements and any course specific requirements such as pre-requisite subjects, if applicable.

    English Language Requirements

    This degree requires an IELTS (Academic) of 7.0, with no individual band less than 7.0, or a PTE Academic score of 65, with no score lower than 65 or equivalent.

    For students who do not meet the English Language Requirement through citizenship, evidence of an approved English language test completed within the last 2 years must be provided. See the English Language Requirements page for more information.

    General Entry Requirements

    Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.

    Please review the equivalent undergraduate entry requirements to see the minimum requirement relevant to your country. The ATAR information for this course is located in the “For Domestic Students” section of the entry requirements on this page.

    Applicants are ranked by their academic scores and offers made based on the number of places available.

    You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:

    • Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetics Specialisation),
    • Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology,
    • Certificate IV in Fitness,
    • Certificate IV in Leisure and Health,
    • Certificate IV in Ageing Support,
    • Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques,
    • Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice,
    • Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support,
    • Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy
    • Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nursing)
    • Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher

    If you do not meet the minimum requirements, we offer the Foundation Studies Program.

    Course Specific Requirements

    The following course specific requirements must be met to be eligible to study this degree.

    To be an eligible for an offer, you must have studies or experience equivalent to a satisfactory achievement in the following Tasmanian Senior Secondary subjects:

    • Mathematics General (MTG315115) or equivalent

    If you have not met a required pre-requisite, you will need to complete a University of Tasmania Foundation Studies Program before you start your course.

    Safety In practice requirements

    This course includes compulsory work placements. All students must meet the course’s Safety in Practice Requirements before their first placement. The safety in practice requirements are completed separately to the course admission application.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 50
    • IELTSMin 6.0
    • TOEFLMin 72

    English Program Requirements

    • All methods of meeting University of Tasmania English language requirements have a validity period of 2 years unless involving a country specific qualification as listed below.
    • Each course offered by the University of Tasmania has a minimum English language requirement for entry as listed below. Applicants must also meet the academic entry requirements for each course.
    • Applicants who qualify from a University of Tasmania program, and intend to gain professional registration to become a practitioner in Australia, may need to meet the relevant Professional Accrediting Agency's English language registration standard.
    • In exceptional circumstances or cases not covered by the categories outlined below, multiple forms of evidence may be considered on a case by case basis by the Executive Director, Student Operations in consultation with the Director, Academic Quality and Standards.
    • The University reserves the right to require that any applicant be required to undergo a test of English language.

    Career

    You’ll graduate ready to undertake an exciting career in the health sector as an Accredited Exercise Scientist with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

    Your career could see you providing training and development programs as a strength and conditioning coach or sports scientist, delivering exercise based interventions to individuals and communities, working alongside professional athletes, or supporting health and wellbeing through workplace and
    corporate health.

    Career outcomes and settings for graduates may include:

    • Exercise Scientist
    • Allied Health Assistant
    • Strength and Conditioning Coach
    • Respiratory, Cardiac or Sleep Technician
    • Sport Scientist
    • Health advocacy
    • Sports Development Officer
    • Personal Trainer
    • National, state, and club-based sporting organisations and institutes
    • Private health practices and non-for-profit groups
    • Community health programs
    • Fitness centres or gymnasiums
    • Universities and research institutes
    Postgraduate study

    Graduates may also be able to pursue research in exercise science, or apply for postgraduate study in allied health areas like physiotherapy, or occupational therapy. Those interested in pursuing a career in teaching may continue their studies with a Master of Teaching.

    Further studies in Allied Health

    Fee Information

    Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (53J)
    University of Tasmania
    University of Tasmania
    Australia

    Australia, Hobart