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 professional/allied 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.

Work placement

Practical placements help you gain the knowledge and skills to provide assessment, monitoring and program prescription for fitness and exercise.

You will work under professional supervision with experienced industry partners including gyms, sporting organisations, private practice clinics, hospitals, local health districts and aged care facilities. This gives you the hands-on practice that employers value and actively look for in graduates.

Career outcomes for graduates may include:

• State and national sporting academies and institutes
• Fitness centres or gymnasiums
• Hospitals or private health practices
• Allied health assistant
• Respiratory or sleep technician
• Medical Sales representative
• Health/education project officer
• Sports development officer

Graduates may also be able to pursue research in Exercise Science or apply for post-graduate study in areas such as sports science, exercise physiology, and physiotherapy.