Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Develop an understanding of the basic concepts and sciences of the role physical activity plays in the health of individuals and communities. This course will prepare you to work as exercise scientists, sport scientists or to pursue research or professionalallied health with postgraduate studies. You learn a wide range of human life sciences, including biology, biochemistry, anatomy, physiology and psychology as well as their practical application. Practical placements will help you gain the knowledge and skills to provide assessment, monitoring and program prescription for fitness and exercise in a diverse range of populations from healthy adults to elite athletes. As a graduate you may find employment in the private and public sectors or you may also be able to pursue research in exercise science and apply for post-graduate study in areas such as sports science, clinical exercise physiology, physiotherapy, and medicine. This is a 3 year course based in Launceston, Tasmania. The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science provides graduates with the knowledge and skills to gain accreditation as Exercise Scientists with Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and is undergoing accreditation by ESSA at Exercise Scientist level.

Admission to undergraduate courses at the University of Tasmania requires the completion of qualifications equivalent to a 12th year of education in Australia.

You can also meet the General Entry Requirement for this course with the following qualifications or prior studies:

Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance (Nutrition and Dietetics Specialisation),
Certificate IV in Food Science and Technology,
Certificate IV in Fitness,
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health,
Certificate IV in Ageing Support,
Certificate IV in Laboratory Techniques,
Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care Practice,
Certificate IV in Hospital/Health Services Pharmacy Support,
Certificate IV in Community Pharmacy
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nursing)
Complete or incomplete (minimum 25 credit points) of previous tertiary study at Bachelor level or higher

IELTS (Academic) Score 7.0 (no individual band less than 7.0)
TOEFL(iBT) 100 (no skill below: Reading 25; Listening 25; Speaking 23; Writing 27)
PTE Academic 65 with no score lower than 65
English for Academic Purposes 2 - 70% (no individual score less than 70%)
Cambridge English C1 Advanced 185 with no less than185 in any skill