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Study the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences and discover the diverse world of human movement – a field that applies to human fitness, elite performance, family and community health, lifestyle management, occupational health and safety and personal health.
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences will equip you with practical skills in the various disciplines relevant to exercise and sport sciences such as anatomy and physiology, nutrition, exercise physiology, biomechanics, health and sport psychology, motor control and learning, and exercise prescription and delivery.
You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the processes and mechanisms of the human body as they relate to exercise and sport science and have the flexibility to pursue an area of interest, and can choose a minor in biomedical sciences, management and business or secondary teaching. Benefit from small class sizes and a personalised learning experience that caters to your individual needs, enabling you to graduate work-ready and with skills highly desired by employers. Your studies will include a mix of theory and hands-on laboratory experiences so you can apply what you have learned directly into practice.
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences includes work-integrated learning placements giving you exposure to real workplace environments. During these placements, you will apply skills learned throughout the course and gain practical experience conducting exercise assessment, prescription, and delivery for a range of populations.
I noticed CQUniversity has a good structure for international students and also the fees are on the same level or lower than other universities.
Demis Corvatta
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences
I am a Sri Lankan National Swimmer and a South Asian Games Silver Medallist who participated for the world championships. Studying Sports Science leads me to engage in athlete's high-performance programs and learn more about sports endurance and physiology theories.
Ishani Senanayake
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences | Sri Lanka
Completing the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences is your gateway into many diverse professions in Australia and overseas. Employment opportunities exist in areas such as:
The course may also be a suitable pathway into further study in exercise and sport science, physiotherapy, medicine and nutrition.
The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.
You must complete 24 units (144 credits):
The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.
Students must complete a compulsory practicum experience with healthy populations under the supervision of a health professional. Placement hours will consist of a range of activities relevant to exercise and sport sciences and include exercise assessment, prescription, and delivery.
Students must complete a compulsory practicum experience with healthy populations under the supervision of a health professional. Placement hours will consist of a range of activities relevant to exercise and sport sciences and include exercise assessment, prescription, and delivery.
Students must complete an observational placement in a clinical setting where exercise is used in the assessment, treatment, or prevention of chronic or complex health conditions.
Across the three-year course, students will complete up to 240 hours of work-integrated learning through voluntary experience and observation in professional practice placements, working with the general population, athletic populations, and clinical populations. Additional practical experience is provided through laboratory activities and research projects conducted throughout the course units.
This course is provisionally accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates of CQU’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences between 30 October 2020 and 13 March 2026 (inclusive) can gain professional recognition as an Accredited Exercise Scientist with ESSA. CQUniversity is currently working with ESSA towards full accreditation and anticipate this will be granted in March 2026, which will be inclusive of students graduating up until 2029.
Note: When applying for accreditation through ESSA, Academic transcripts prior to 2020 must state ESSA accredited stream or be accompanied by a letter to confirm ESSA accredited minor was completed.
If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms).
Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.
We offer a range of scholarships to support international students. Our merit scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students based on academic excellence and provide course fee reductions ranging from 15% to 25%.
We also have region-specific scholarships for students from selected regions, offering a 25% reduction in course fees.
You don’t need to submit a separate application for scholarships funded by the University. We automatically assess all eligible students for the best available scholarship when you apply for your course.
In addition to your course fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses. These may include visa application fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), textbooks and learning materials, checks and certifications, living expenses and more.
Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.
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