Tuition Fee
AUD 46,300
Per year
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
3 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Exercise Science | Physical Education | Sports Science
Area of study
Health | Sports
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
AUD 46,300
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-03-01 | - |
| 2025-09-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Exercise and Health
About the course
Are you passionate about exercise and health? Do you want to spread the word and educate others about keeping fit and being healthy? This major develops your knowledge and skills in the exercise and health domain, with relevant training for careers in the health education, exercise rehabilitation, health service delivery, and fitness industries.
Course Structure
Level 1
- Core
- PHYL1001 Physiology - How your body works (6)
- SSEH1101 The Musculoskeletal System and Movement (6)
- SSEH1102 Applied Anatomy and Athletic Performance (6)
- SSEH1103 Physical Fitness and Health (6)
- Bridging
- MATH1720 Mathematics Fundamentals (6)
Level 2
- Core
- SSEH2201 Exercise Prescription and Delivery (6)
- SSEH2260 Exercise Physiology (6)
- SSEH2270 Psychology of Motivation (6)
- SSEH2280 Applied Nutrition for Sport, Exercise and Health (6)
Level 3
- Core
- SSEH3366 Bioenergetics in Exercise, Nutrition and Energy Balance (6)
- SSEH3388 Promoting Lifelong Physical Activity (6)
- SSEH3553 Exercise as Medicine (6)
- SSEH3555 Motor Development: Principles to Teaching in Practice (6)
Admission Requirements
Minimum entry requirements
- All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 9
- Canadian High School (except Quebec): 68
- French Baccalaureate: 10
- Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 507
- GCE A-Levels: 8
- German Abitur: 3.6
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 14
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 45
- Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 75.5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 24
- Malaysian STPM: 10
- Monash University Foundation Year: 254
- NCUK Foundation Program: 8
- Norwegian Vitnemål: 3.5
- Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 6.5
- South African National Senior Certificate: 4
- South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 324
- Sweden Slutbetyg: 14.5
- Trinity College Foundation: 280
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 14
- University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 61
- US College Board Advanced Placements: 7
- US College Board SAT: 1130
- Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 56
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 75
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
Fees and scholarships
Domestic Student Fees
- For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study.
- Fees are subject to annual indexation.
International Student Fees
- Annual course fee: $46,300.00 (2025)
- Fees are subject to annual indexation.
Scholarships
- Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Careers and further study
Career Pathways
- Employment opportunities exist in the professions of healthy lifestyle programming for the community and industry, sports development, health and fitness coordination and program management, and as an Exercise Scientist.
- You may decide to move on to specialised postgraduate qualifications in education, teaching, rehabilitation, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, corporate training, recreation management, health promotion, medicine or work health and safety.
Further Study
- Honours in Sport Science, Exercise and Health provides you with interdisciplinary research skills and advanced knowledge in a select sub-discipline area (exercise physiology/biochemistry, biomechanics, motor development, exercise and health psychology or activity promotion).
- The honours specialisation provides an ideal background for continuance to a PhD or other professional-based research degrees.
ATAR Requirements
- Bachelor of Science: ATAR 75
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science: ATAR 80
Your degree options
- This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Philosophy, Bachelor of Biomedical Science.
- It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
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About University
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
Total programs
365
Average ranking globally
#136
Average ranking in the country
#8
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