Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours) (BExSS(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2024
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2371
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
Email: hmns@enquire.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6240
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2371
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C). View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 082624M
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.BE - A minimum overall grade of 5 plus a minimum grade of A in all macro skills.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours)?
This program will ignite your interest in the complexities of maintaining an active, healthy human body and allow you to make a vital contribution to wellbeing, rehabilitation and performance. This program focuses on understanding how to enhance human performance, how the body responds to exercise and physical activity, and how to conduct research which could help build healthier communities and stronger athletes. As a graduate you will be eligible for professional membership and accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES). Students who complete practicum under approved supervision will meet all requirements for accreditation as a Level 1 Sport Scientist (ASpS)*. You will study at one of the best human movement and nutrition sciences schools in Australia, known around the world for its research and expert staff. You will also have access to the latest industry equipment in the School's own specialist biomechanics, motor control, exercise physiology and strength conditioning laboratories and health clinics, and UQ's Olympic-standard recreational and sporting facilities. *Graduates will also be required to address the Level 1 ASpS Professional Standards (Standards 1 to 6) to fulfil accreditation requirements.
What you can study
During this program you will examine all elements of exercise and sport sciences including how the body reacts to acute and chronic physical activity, and the complexities of maintaining an active and healthy body. In addition to foundation courses in anatomy, physiology and biology, you will complete advanced courses in areas including biomechanics, exercise physiology, health promotion, and motor control. You learn how to deliver exercise and physical activity programs and conduct exercise testing and movement analysis for apparently health people ranging from recreationally active individuals, through to elite athletes. You may tailor the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours) towards a specialisation of your choice through your decisions on elective courses and practicum placements - specialised professional areas may include elite athlete development, sports conditioning and performance, clinical measurements or corporate and community health and fitness. In your final year you will undertake a research project under the guidance of an experienced researcher.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet placement requirements outlined on this website.
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C).
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 082624M
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 7; reading 7; writing 7; speaking 7; listening 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 100, listening 25, reading 25, writing 27, speaking 23.PTE Academic - Overall 72, sub bands minimum 72.BE - A minimum overall grade of 5 plus a minimum grade of A in all macro skills.CES - Overall 185, All sub bands minimum 185.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours)
Careers
As a graduate you will be eligible for professional membership and accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES). Students who complete practicum under approved supervision will meet all requirements for accreditation as a Level 1 Sport Scientist (ASpS)*. Career opportunities are varied and may include prescribing and delivering exercise and physical activity programs in the fitness industry, developing strength and conditioning programs to assist elite athletes and sporting teams, delivering workplace health promotion and executive health management programs , or conducting diagnostic measurements (cardiac, sleep, respiratory or neurophysiology) in hospitals or other clinical services. Career options include: Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES) Accredited Sport Scientist (AspS)* Biomechanist Respiratory technician Cardiac scientist Strength and conditioning specialist Health promotion officer Corporate health and fitness advisor Community recreation and fitness officer Researcher/Academic *Graduates will also be required to address the Level 1 ASpS Professional Standards (Standards 1 to 6) to fulfil accreditation requirements.
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- EXERCISE &SPORTSSCIENCEAUSTRALIA
Program rules for the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours)
To graduate with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences (Honours) a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
