Bachelor of Sport Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Psychological Studies

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Elucidate and apply a broad knowledge of psychological and sport science theory;
2. Exercise skills in independent research and theoretical analysis in sport science and psychology;
3. Critically review and apply information with initiative and judgement in order to both anticipate and creatively solve problems related to the delivery of sport, exercise, and active recreation services in contemporary settings;
4. Exhibit advanced collaborative and interpersonal skills, consistent with professional, ethical and culturally sensitive practice, when working with people from diverse backgrounds;
5. Critically reflect on personal learning and skills in relation to career goals with a view to implementing creative strategies to promote lifelong learning, and establishing pathways for the attainment of further professional development and educational training; and
6. Interpret and coherently communicate knowledge and ideas using a range of media and contribute to the organisation and delivery of sport, exercise, and active recreation programs with personal accountability, integrity, and social responsibility.

Take advantage of our position as #7 in the world for sport science, thanks to our ground-breaking research, world-class facilities and partnerships with some of the world’s top sporting clubs.

Studying at VU means you’ll benefit from all of the opportunities that come with our elite status – learning from academics who are connected with top organisations, researching with national sporting bodies and accessing our cutting-edge sport-science equipment.

Our $68m high-technology Sport and Learning Precinct at our Footscray Park Campus is designed to help you get the most out of your course, and supports VU's world-class teaching and research.

The precinct features:

• a high altitude 'hotel'
• exercise physiology labs
• biomechanics labs
• heat chambers
• integrated teaching and learning facilities.

We have over 200 partnerships and affiliations with peak sporting bodies, professional and community sporting clubs, and groups that focus on public health and education.

Our partnerships give you the best possible opportunities and networks to advance your career.

Partner organisations offer you placements and internships in Australia, and contacts within the industry to help you find a dream job on graduation.

We offer placement programs during your degree which give you invaluable work experience and industry contacts.

You’ll complete a compulsory 70-hour placement in second year and/or a 140-hour placement in the final year of your degree.

Placements are hosted by 350 different organisations in the following fields:

• sport and exercise science
• sport management
• sport coaching
• recreation
• outdoor education.

Our Career Development & Employability program is designed to help you choose your career direction, and to teach you to market yourself.

Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course.

Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).
OR:
Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
PLUS:
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
OR:
Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.

Special entry programs

If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.

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Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the abilities, attributes, skills and behaviours needed to meet the learning outcomes of the course.

You should carefully consider the inherent requirement statement as a:

• guide for your learning during the course
• way for you to identify challenges you may have in studying this course.

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Additional information

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Students will require a Working with Children Check and National Police Check to be eligible to undertake and participate in workplace visits, placements or projects. Use the following site links to obtain additional information:
http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/
http://www.police.vic.gov.au/content.asp?Document_ID=274.