Overview

You will gain the skills and knowledge in the physical, biomedical and psychological sciences that you will need to become an exercise specialist. You will learn the role of exercise in health maintenance and rehabilitation.

Students undertaking the professional practice placement course will have an opportunity to put their knowledge and skills into practice.

Honours is available through an additional year of study.

Related degrees

Bachelor of Exercise Science (Honours) – 2096

Progression is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.

Program accreditation

The Bachelor of Exercise Science is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).

Professional recognition

Enrolled students and graduates of this program will be eligible to apply for registration with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) subject to meeting any additional requirements that may be stipulated by ESSA. As these requirements may change from time to time, students should contact ESSA to confirm registration requirements.

Graduates have two years following completion of their studies to submit their application to Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) for accreditation.

Graduates with a Bachelor of Exercise Science are also eligible to register as an Exercise Professional with AUSActive.

Attendance information

The Bachelor of Exercise Science is offered full-time on-campus at the Gold Coast campus.

As a full-time student, you will generally attend 16-22 hours of scheduled classes per week throughout the trimester. Classes may be scheduled during the day and evening throughout the week.

This program includes compulsory study in Trimester 3 for students who commence in Trimesters 2.

If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

My career opportunities

You will be prepared for work as an exercise specialist for community or sports organisations as a clinical scientist specialising in cardiac; respiratory and sleep medicine; as a rehabilitation, sports or recreation manager; a strength and conditioning coach; or as an occupational health and safety officer.