Program Overview

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is a comprehensive program that encompasses all aspects of physical health, delivered through a combination of online and face-to-face teaching. This program focuses on prescribing and delivering exercise programs to achieve health and performance benefits.

Degree Overview

People exercise for many reasons, such as improving health, fitness, and overall wellbeing, or for maximizing performance in recreational or elite sports. Exercise and sport science is a dynamic and rapidly evolving field that focuses on the benefits of exercise for the entire population. Exercise scientists can be found working in a variety of settings, including professional sports clubs, academies or institutes of sport, health and fitness centers, research institutes, hospitals, and private practices or clinics.

Concurrent Enrolment

Exercise and Sport Science students are encouraged to consider concurrent enrolment in the Bachelor of Applied Data Science program. This concurrent enrolment equips Exercise and Sport Science students with data analysis and AI skills to optimize athlete performance, injury prevention, personalized training, and more. It enhances career opportunities in sports analytics, health tech, and research-driven practice.

Career Opportunities

Careers are available in a variety of public and private sectors, including sporting and fitness organizations, and academia. With strong ties to various sporting centers, students can receive dynamic placements before commencing their career. Professional outcomes include:

• Exercise Scientist
• Sport Scientist
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist
• Health Promotion Officer
• Community Recreation and Fitness Officer
• Sports Development Manager
• Sports Administrator
• Research Scientist
• Allied Health Assistant

Program Details

• UAC Code: Newcastle
• Program Code: 40257
• Selection Rank: 72.00
• Duration (FT/PT): 3 years up to 8 years
• Next Start Date: 2027
• CRICOS Code: D
• Indicative Fee 1: AUD 44,000

Admission Info

• Selection Rank: 72.00
• Duration (FT/PT): 3 years up to 8 years
• Next Start Date:
• Start Dates (Newcastle):
  • Semester 1 27 Jan 2026
• English Proficiency Requirements: IELTS overall minimum - 6.5, IELTS section minimum - 6.5

Course Overview

The program offers a comprehensive approach to learning about all aspects of physical health for the entire population. Students will undertake core courses and have the option to complete electives in alternative health areas or other fields to prepare themselves for professional or further postgraduate study opportunities.

Core Courses

Students must complete the following core courses:

• EXSS1040 Functional Anatomy for Exercise Science
• EXSS1050 Fundamentals of Exercise and Sport Science Practice
• EXSS1060 Fundamentals of Exercise Prescription and Delivery
• EXSS1070 Physical Activity and Exercise Across the Lifespan
• EXSS1080 Psychological, Nutritional and Injury Foundations for Exercise and Sport Science
• EXSS2010 Exercise Physiology
• EXSS2020 Biomechanics
• EXSS2030 Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology
• EXSS2060 Motor Control
• EXSS2090 Performance and Data Analysis for Exercise and Sport Science
• EXSS2100 Exercise Prescription and Delivery
• EXSS3030 Nutrition for Health, Fitness and Sport
• EXSS3040 Practicum in Exercise and Sports Science
• EXSS3050 Applied Exercise Physiology and Training
• EXSS3060 Advanced Biomechanics
• EXSS3070 Skill Acquisition and Development for Exercise and Sport Science
• EXSS3080 Behavioural Change for Physical Activity and Health
• HUBS1108 Fundamentals of Human Anatomy
• HUBS1401 Human Bioscience
• STAT1070 Statistics for the Sciences

Electives

Students must complete 40 units of electives to fulfill the requirements of the program. Electives can be used to extend and complement core studies with more courses in the same field of study or from areas of interest.

Student Experience

The University of Newcastle provides a supportive and diverse community for students. With state-of-the-art facilities, including high-quality laboratories, a high-performance gym, and performance testing equipment, students have ample opportunities to engage in practical learning and research.

Career-Ready Placements

Gain valuable experience through the 140-hour professional placement program. Start with 40 hours of internal placement to build confidence, before applying skills and knowledge in clinics, gyms, hospitals, schools, aged care, or professional sporting organizations.

Similar Degrees

Similar degrees offered by the University include:

• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science / Bachelor of Business
• Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science / Bachelor of Psychological Science
• Bachelor of Physiotherapy (Honours)