Exercise Science and Exercise Physiology
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 can apply* 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.
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
Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) will only be accepting Exercise Physiologist accreditation applications from graduates of NUCAP approved courses (i.e. programs) after January 1, 2014. That is, graduates of non-NUCAP approved courses will not be eligible to apply for exercise physiology accreditation (AEP) after this date. For this reason UNE will submit an application to ESSA in 2013 for accreditation for both our 3 year degree (Exercise and Sport Science) and 4 year degree (Clinical Exercise Physiology).
The paragraph below is from ESSA’s website.
“If a university course is accredited through NUCAP, it provides its students with the reassurance that the course they are studying is of sufficient quality, reflects current practice, and is aligned with industry requirements. Additionally, a course that has Exercise Science (ES) accreditation provides its graduates with an opportunity to gain automatic entry to ESSA at the ES level which is equivalent to full membership of ESSA.
Similarly, a course that is accredited at the level of Exercise Physiology (EP) provides its graduates with an opportunity to gain automatic entry to ESSA as an accredited exercise physiologist (AEP). AEPs are currently eligible to apply for a provider number through Medicare, The Australian Government Department of Veterans’ Affairs and many private health insurers, including Medibank Private, GMF Health, MBF, HBF, Grand United, NIB, CBHS, Teachers Federation, Australian Unity, HCF, AHM and Reserve Bank Health.”
In 2013, the University of New England will apply for the following accreditations:
- Exercise and Sport Science: The three year degree in exercise science will require students to complete 140 hours of relevant work experience in exercise prescription and/or testing in healthy people.
- Exercise and Sport Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology): The four year degree in exercise physiology will require students to complete 500 hours of relevant work experience in exercise prescription and/or testing in both healthy people and people with a variety of chronic illnesses.
Why has UNE not yet applied for accreditation?
Universities cannot apply for accreditation until the calendar year of the first graduate cohort, therefore UNE is not eligible to apply until 2013 when our first exercise physiology students will graduate. Any students transferring to UNE with sufficient advanced standing to graduate in either of the degrees mentioned above, can apply as individuals for ESSA accreditation before the window closes for individual applications on January 1, 2014. After January 2014 all ESSA accreditation will only be possible by graduating from a NUCAP accredited university degree program. Students should be aware that the National University Course Accreditation Program (NUCAP) carefully facilitates each university degree through the accreditation process.
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
Dr Adrian Gray
Course Coordinator Exercise and Sports Science, and Exercise and Sports Science (Clinical Exercise Physiology)
School of Science and Technology
Email: agray28@une.edu.au
Phone: +61 2 6773 4511