Program Overview

Overview

The Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) is a four-year program that prepares students for a rewarding career as health, sport, and physical education teachers, and senior biology teachers. The program combines practical skills with cutting-edge research, providing students with a solid understanding of the sciences behind human movement, including biomechanics, motor development, psychology, skill acquisition, and exercise physiology.

Program Details

• Program Code: 2372
• AQF: Level 8
• Duration: 4 Years (or part time equivalent)
• Start Semester: Semester 1 (23 Feb, 2026)
• QTAC Code:
• Location: St Lucia
• Fees: A$45792
• Scholarships: Available

Entry Requirements

• Prerequisites: Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent): General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C); and General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C); and one of Biology, Chemistry, Psychology or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C).
• Minimum Entry Score: ATAR / Rank: 75; IB: 28.25
• English Language Requirements: IELTS score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7.
• Inherent Requirements: To complete this degree, students must meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes.

Career Possibilities

• Senior physical education teacher
• Senior health teacher
• Senior biology teacher
• Junior health and physical education teacher
• Sports coach
• Corporate health officer
• Recreation manager
• Outdoor education coordinator
• Physical performance director
• Sports academy researcher

Program Highlights

• Put theory into practice with more than 100 days of hands-on, practical teaching experience.
• Graduate with a highly respected honours qualification that provides advanced knowledge and skills.
• Learn and train in Olympic-standard recreational and sporting facilities.
• Be taught by leading academics who are also active researchers in areas such as health and physical education curriculum, young people and physical activity, and inclusive practices in youth health and wellbeing.

How to Apply

• Applying Online: If senior schooling is from outside Australia, submit application to UQ or use an approved UQ agent.
• Applying through QTAC: All domestic applications should be submitted to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
• Important Dates: Check the closing date for this program on the QTAC website.
• Admissions Schemes: Several schemes are in place to improve chances of getting a place at UQ.
• Pathway Options: Available for students who are not offered a place in their first-choice program or do not meet the entry requirements.