Bachelor of Human Movement, Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences

University of South Australia

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University of South Australia

Australia , Adelaide

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

092312M

Campuses

City East

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2024

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 38,500 / year

Next Intake July-2024

Bachelor of Human Movement, Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences

About

Combine your passion for health and exercise with nutrition.
Tailor your degree to your interests and career goals through primary streams in Health and Physical Education or Exercise and Sport Science.
Study at the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in health.¹
Graduate industry-ready when you complete at least 75 hours of practical workplace experience.
Achieve two highly complementary qualifications with only one extra year of study.
Learn in state-of-the-art on-campus facilities, such as our exercise physiology clinic, environmental chamber, and dedicated nutrition and food sciences hub.
Be taught by world-class teaching staff, including Australia's leading exercise scientists and physical activity specialists.
Choose a university with well above world-class research in human movement and sport science, as well as nutrition and dietetics.²
UniSA is an unstoppable university for unstoppable people³. As one of the World's Top Young Universities⁴, we'll ensure you get the experience your future profession demands so it'll feel like you're studying one minute and in a career the next.

¹ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-22, Health Services and Support – Overall Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities. ²2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). ³UNSTOPPABLE® is a Kellogg Company trade mark used under licence. ⁴Ranked #52, 2023 THE Young University Rankings.

This double degree offers a strong blend of theoretical, practice-based and industry learning.

During your first year of study, you'll develop a strong foundation in:

physiology
health and physical activity
nutrition and food sciences
chemistry
motor development and ageing
group and team psychology
evidence based practice and research methods

From your second year, you can choose to tailor the human movement component of the degree using the electives to suit your career goals, through primary streams in Health and Physical Education or Exercise and Sport Science.

In addition to studying core subjects in your final years, the stream subjects focus on areas like exercise prescription, exercise delivery, fitness and lifestyle management, and outdoor leadership. Alternatively, you can opt not to study a stream, and instead choose to study a broad range of elective subjects to give you a multi-disciplinary perspective.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

General Secondary Education Certificate

Career

As the health, nutrition, exercise and wellness industries continue to grow, employment prospects for graduates are promising.

Depending on your chosen stream, you may choose to gain employment as a:

Human movement practitioner: engage a broad population of people and groups throughout the lifespan to be more physically active using a broad range of modalities for health, fitness and wellbeing.
Sports and fitness nutritionist: optimise the health and performance of athletes.
Community nutritionist: create changes in attitude toward nutrition and health; plan and co-ordinate nutrition programs; provide advice, guidance and support to the community.
Health promotion officer: plan and coordinate health promotion programs for various community groups.
Nutrition and food policy advisor: provide health and nutrition advice to the public.
Community and allied health worker: support and assist the work of allied health professionals, such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists and dietitians.
Health and wellbeing nutrition advisor: create nutrition plans, advise on dietary habits and monitor a client's progress.
Sport development officer: coordinate club and athlete participation in sports programs, as well as improving the performance of individuals and teams.
Researcher: plan and conduct laboratory-based investigations, experiments and trials; and analyse results to broaden scientific understanding.

You'll be able to apply for official registration with the Nutrition Society of Australia as an Associate Nutritionist (ANutr), leading to become a Registered Nutritionist (RNutr), typically after three years of experience.

Students in the Health and Physical Education stream can continue their studies with the Master of Teaching (Secondary), leading to teach Health and Physical Education and Nutrition (up to Year 12) and Junior Science (up to Year 10). For more information on the subjects you'll be able to teach, visit our Health and & Physical Education (H&PE) teaching page.

Students in the Exercise and Sport Science stream are eligible to apply for accreditation and registration as an Accredited Exercise Scientist through Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA), as long as you have completed the required hours of practical experience.

Professional accreditation and recognition

Graduates of the program are eligible to apply for professional membership of the Australian Institute of Food Science and Technology (AIFST).

Graduates of the program are initially eligible to apply to the Nutrition Society of Australia for registration as an Associate Nutritionist (ANutr), leading to Registered Nutritionist (RNutr), usually after three years of experience.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

AUD 38,500 / year

How to Apply

Set off on a new course in life by applying to become an international student at the University of South Australia. Just follow these four steps.

The University of South Australia does not charge an application fee.

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Make sure you are aware of entry requirements for the University as well as individual program requirements.

English language requirements
Guidelines on genuine temporary entry
Guidelines on living costs and evidence of funds

Undergraduate – you must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 program or an equivalent program in your home country or a recognised Pathway or Foundation Studies Program. If you are an international student studying Year 12 in Australia you need to apply via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC).

Postgraduate – At a minimum you must have successfully completed an undergraduate degree, to the required standard, from a recognised higher institution in Australian or the international equivalent and/or the equivalent professional work experience. The University offers both coursework and research degrees.

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Apply using our online International Application System

Once you have found the program you wish to study, from the program's home page click 'apply online' which will take you to our easy to use online International Application System. What can you expect from UniSA’s new International Application System:

A quick and easy to use online application form
Ability to track the progress of your application throughout the submission, assessment, offer and acceptance stages
Ability to download offer documents, submit your acceptance and make a payment through our secure online system

Accept your offer

Follow our step-by-step guide to accepting your offer, then get excited preparing for student life in Adelaide.

Important information

There is no closing date for submitting your application. Application outcomes will be advised within one to two weeks from the date we receive your application and all required supporting documentation. If you require a student visa, you will need to allow additional time to apply for a student visa.