Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation)

Are you interested in using exercise to improve peoples health, fitness and general well-being? If so, you should consider a career as an Exercise Physiologist through studying our Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Rehabilitation).When you graduate from this degree you will be eligible to apply to become an Accredited Exercise Physiologist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Exercise Physiologists help other people improve their lifestyle and recover from injuries and chronic conditions through exercise. In this 4 year degree (full-time) youll gain knowledge, skills and experience in clinical exercise delivery, healthy lifestyle intervention and wellness programs for people living with chronic conditions, disabilities or injuries, as well as the healthy population.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Joondalup

Full-time - 4 years

Part-time - 8 years

N/A
80

Structure

Total Credit Points 450

Subjects

  • MHS1101 Anatomy and Physiology 1
  • SPS1530 Lifespan Growth and Development
  • NUT1121 Human Nutrition
  • SPS1502 Biomechanics
  • MHS1102 Anatomy and Physiology 2
  • SPS1111 Foundations of Fitness and Training
  • MAT2107 Statistical Research Methods
  • SPS1217 Functional Anatomy
  • SPS2505 Exercise Physiology
  • SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training
  • SCH1105 Introduction to Pharmacology
  • SPS2615 Sports Injury Prevention and Management
  • SPS2524 Exercise Delivery
  • SPS2622 Psychology of Exercise and Health Behaviour
  • SPS2516 Motor Learning and Control
  • SCH1104 Introduction to Pathophysiology
  • SPS3112 Exercise and Sports Science Practicum
  • SPS3120 Psycho-social Aspects in Physical Activity and Chronic Disease
  • SPS2301 Exercise Rehabilitation
  • SPS3111 Physical Activity and Health
  • SPS3604 Human Movement - Participation and Inclusion
  • SPS3121 Professional Skills in Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • SPS3502 Advanced Biomechanics
  • SPS3505 Advanced Exercise Physiology
  • SPS3105 Advanced Resistance Training
  • SPS3333 Motor Behaviour
  • SPS4203 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Musculoskeletal
  • SPS4116 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Cardiovascular & Pulmonary
  • SPS4117 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Neurological and Neuromuscular
  • SPS4126 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Practicum
  • SPS4504 Clinical Exercise Physiology: Cancer and Metabolic Conditions

Entry requirements

  • AQF Diploma or equivalent
  • Undergraduate Certificate
  • Successfully completed 0.5 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent)
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course or
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment.