Exercise and Sports Science
Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology)
Exercise and Sports Science
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science begins with a foundation in human anatomy and physiology which underpin further study in the applied sciences of exercise physiology, biomechanics and motor control & learning. Through advanced study across these subdisciplines, students will develop expertise in the acute and chronic responses to physical activity and exercise, and their implications for health and athletic performance. This is combined with training in clinical exercise testing, exercise prescription and client management, which is consolidated during a 140 hour practicum placement in the community.
Graduates have the skills to pursue careers in sport and health related fields and are eligible* for membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as an Exercise Scientist, with the option to apply for accreditation as a Sports Scientist, following the completion of additional workplace training/experience.
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science is a three year full time course or six years part time and can lead to employment as a: strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist (physiology, biomechanics, skill acquisition), personal trainer, health & wellbeing consultant/educator, cardiac/respiratory/sleep technician, health & safety officer or rehabilitation advisor.
Units
Year 1
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| BIOL110 - Biology I | CHEM120 - Chemistry II |
| CHEM110 - Chemistry I | EXSC110 - Introductory Biomechanics |
| MATH120 - Intorductory Math Methods | STAT100 - Statistical Modelling for the Sciences |
| PSYC101 - Introductory Psychology I | PSYC308 - Sports Psychology |
Year 2
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| ANAT220 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy | BCHM250 - Biochemistry of Exercise |
| BCHM210 - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry | EXSC250 - Clinical Exercise Testing |
| PSIO210 - Introductory Physiology | PSIO220 - Introductory Physiology |
| EXSC240 - Health Fitness and Performance Assessment |
EXSC336 - Advanced Biomechanics |
Year 3
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| EXSC337 - Clinical Exercise Testing II | EXSC333 - Patho-physiology Aging and Disease |
| EXSC350 - Exercise Prescription I | PSIO335 - Human Nutrition and Metabolism |
| EXSC340 - Physiology of Exercise | Elective |
| EXSC339 - Skill Acquisition and Motor Control | EXSC321 - Clinical Placement |
Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology)
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) begins with a foundation in human anatomy and physiology which underpin further study in the applied sciences of exercise physiology, biomechanics and motor control & learning. Through advanced study across these subdisciplines, students will develop expertise in the acute and chronic responses to physical activity and exercise and their implications for health and athletic performance. This is combined with specific training in exercise prescription for complex and/or chronic disease and injury management (e.g. cardiopulmonary, neuromuscular and metabolic conditions). Students will complete 500 hours of clinical practicum experience with varying clinical populations to consolidate their understanding.
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) is a four year, full time course or eight years part time. In addition to the career pathways open to exercise scientists the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) is also designed to lead to employment as an ESSA acredited Exercise Physiologist* (allied health professionals who rehabilitate/manage patients with chronic disease and/or complex medical conditions through exercise prescription). * Please read the ‘Course Accreditation’ section below for clarification on ESSA membership/accreditation eligibility.
Units
Year 1
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| BIOL110 - Biology I | CHEM120 - Chemistry II |
| CHEM110 - Chemistry I | EXSC110 - Introductory Biomechanics |
| MATH120 - Intorductory Math Methods | STAT100 - Statistical Modelling for the Sciences |
| PSYC101 - Introductory Psychology I | PSYC308 - Sports Psychology |
Year 2
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| ANAT220 - Musculoskeletal Anatomy | BCHM250 - Biochemistry of Exercise |
| BCHM210 - Molecular Biology and Biochemistry | EXSC250 - Clinical Exercise Testing |
| PSIO210 - Introductory Physiology | PSIO220 - Introductory Physiology |
| EXSC240 - Health Fitness and Performance Assessment |
EXSC336 - Advanced Biomechanics |
Year 3
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| EXSC337 - Clinical Exercise Testing II | EXSC333 - Patho-physiology Aging and Disease |
| EXSC350 - Exercise Prescription I | PSIO335 - Human Nutrition and Metabolism |
| EXSC340 - Physiology of Exercise | Elective |
| EXSC339 - Skill Acquisition and Motor Control | EXSC321 - Clinical Placement |
Year 4
| Trimester 1 | Trimester 2 |
| EXSC425 - Nutrition for Exercise | EXSC421 - Clinical Placement (180hrs) |
| EXSC422 - Exercise Prescription II | EXSC421 - Clinical Placement (180hrs) |
| EXSC424 - Clinical Biomechanics | PHAR222 - Pharmacology I |
| SCI495 - Science Research Project | SCI495 - Science Research Project |
Course Accreditation
Currently the Bachelor of Exercise ans Sports Science, and the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) are not accredited courses. In 2012 UNE will be applying to ESSA (Exercise and Sports Science Australia) for preliminary accreditation of these courses and it is expected that full accreditation will be in place before the first cohort of students graduate from these courses. Course accreditation will enable graduates from the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science automatic eligibility for Exercise Scientist membership with ESSA, and graduates from the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) have automatic eligibility for Exercise Physiology accreditation with ESSA. Further details about the requirements to becoming an Exercise Scientist or Accredited Exercise Physiologist through ESSA can be found on their website at http://www.essa.org.au/
Why study Exercise and Sports Science, and Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology) at UNE?
At UNE we offer you small class sizes and great access to lecturers, who are passionate about what they teach; plus a highly regarded degree from one of Australia's oldest and most respected universities. UNE offers you the flexibility of distance education and a wide range of entry pathways that recognise previous work, study and life experiences.
UNE has a proud reputation as Australia's oldest and most experienced distance education provider, with many thousands of students studying by distance education across the country and around the world. On campus students are accommodated in our residential college system. It is one of the most extensive in Australia, with lots of cultural, sporting and social activities, as well as academic support, to help you succeed.
Our graduates rate their experience highly, with UNE consistently receiving the top rating (5 stars) in The Good Universities Guide for, 'Teaching Quality' and 'Graduate Satisfaction': a reflection of our commitment to student support. As further evidence of the commitment to excellence, UNE was recognised in the best teaching category for "Science, computing, engineering, architecture and agriculture", for 2009 in the Federal Government's Learning and Teaching Performance assessment.
Sport UNE
Sport is a big part of UNE and the wider Armidale community. Sport UNE takes a leadership role in encouraging regular participation in sport and physical recreation, and maintains a diverse range of high quality sporting, fitness and recreation facilities.
Sport UNE's extensive facilities provide a centre for sport and exercise excellence unparalleled anywhere else in regional Australia. They include: heated indoor pool, squash courts, tennis courts, fully equipped modern gym, climbing wall, indoor stadium (netball, basketball, volleyball, badminton, etc), group fitness rooms and 15 hectares of playing fields incorporating; rugby fields, soccer fields and cricket grounds.
For more information, please visit http://www.une.edu.au/sportune.
Contacts
Associate Professor Neil Smart
Course Coordinator Exercise and Sports Science, and Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology)
School of Science and Technology
Email: nsmart2@une.edu.au
Phone: +61 2 6773 4076