Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours) is a fourth-year program that consists of full-time study for one year or part-time study for two years. Courses are offered on a semester basis, with two semesters per year. The program includes a research project on a topic determined in consultation with a research supervisor and a skills development strand to assist in the development of research skills and the writing of a research thesis.

Program Description

The Honours program is highly regarded by potential employers and provides entry into a research career. It is offered as an additional year to the undergraduate program and consists of a fourth year of full-time study or the equivalent part-time study.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, graduates will have:

• In-depth knowledge and skills appropriate to undertake further study and research in exercise and sport science
• Ability to develop, conduct, and manage a research project in exercise and sport science
• Ability to independently and critically analyse the results of research projects
• Ability to communicate a convincing and reasoned scientific argument at a level and style appropriate to the audience and to report scientific findings in an oral and/or written format
• Ability to work on an advanced scientific activity both autonomously and collaboratively
• Possess an understanding of and respect for the legal and ethical implications of professional Exercise and Sport Science practice in accordance with the charter and Code of Conduct of the AAESS and NHMRC guidelines

Admission Requirements

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants having completed a Bachelor degree in a cognate area with a minimum GPA of 5.0. This can be:

• Across all studies undertaken within the program
• Across a major in the proposed area of study
• Across 80 units of 3000 level courses (which must include at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists)
• Where the applicant has completed less than 80 units at 3000 level, a GPA of 5.5 calculated from at least 60 units of 3000 level courses (which includes at least 40 units of 3000 level courses in the major where a major exists)

English Language Requirements

All applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. The overall minimum score is 6, and the sub-test minimum score is 6.

Program Based Credit Limits and Currency

Credit will not be awarded within end-on honours programs.

Program Requirements

The Honours program is normally undertaken over one year of full-time study or two years part-time. Students are required to complete 80 units.

Program Structure

The program consists of core courses, including:

• HUBS4401A: Biomedical Sciences Honours Part A (20 units)
• HUBS4401B: Biomedical Sciences Honours Part B (20 units)
• HUBS4401C: Biomedical Sciences Honours Part C (20 units)
• HUBS4401D: Biomedical Sciences Honours Part D (20 units)

Availability

The program is available in Semester 1 and Semester 2, with different attendance patterns for domestic and international students.

AQF Level

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours) is a Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree.

Additional Handbook Information

• All students can access free academic skills and support provided by Academic Learning Support through the Pathways and Academic Learning Support Centre.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students can draw on the assistance and support provided by the Indigenous Student Support and Development service through the Wollotuka Institute.
• There are three classes of Honours: Class I, Class II, and Class III. Class II will have two divisions, namely Division 1 and Division 2.
• International students will be provided with an orientation to familiarise them with the rules, expectations, facilities, and services offered by the University.

Program Details

• Type: Single Program
• Study Level: Undergraduate
• Program Schedule: Bachelor Honours (80)
• AQF Level: Level 8 Bachelor Honours Degree
• Study Areas: Science and the Environment
• Units to Complete: 80
• College: College of Health Medicine and Wellbeing
• Full-time Duration (Years): 1
• Max Time to Complete (Years): 3
• Term Type: Semesters
• CRICOS Code: Not specified
• Locations of Offer: Callaghan Campus, Ourimbah