Prerequisites: English, English as an Additional Language, Literature or English & Literature Extension (Units 3&4,C).
English Requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
English test results must be no more than two years old.
This double degree provides a pathway to practise as a sports psychologist, following further study in psychology.
You will learn how to apply psychological theories to topics such as motivation, stress and health. You will also study the basic and clinical sciences and learn about the exercise response when working in the areas of health, rehabilitation and sport.
Exercise Science component
You will gain the skills and knowledge in the physical, biomedical and psychological sciences that you will need to become an exercise specialist. You will learn the role of exercise in health maintenance and rehabilitation.
You may undertake a professional practice placement, which will give you an opportunity to put your knowledge and skills into practice.
Psychological Science component
You will learn how to apply psychological theories to topics such as thinking and perceiving, motivation, stress, health, criminal activity, and group behaviour.
You will also learn how to evaluate and understand tests that measure intellectual, behavioural and emotional states. You will develop interpersonal and communication skills and learn about the principles of counselling and core areas of psychology. You will learn how to help people with personal, health, vocational and social difficulties.
You will undertake a professional practice placement to enhance your skills.
CRICOS CODE: 081356A
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Year 1
You must complete the following courses:
Foundations of Exercise and Sports Science - 1001AHS
Cells, Tissues and Regulation - 1014MSC
Anatomy and Physiology Systems I - 1016MSC
Introduction to Psychology 1 - 1001PSY
Introductory Biomechanics - 1008AHS
Foundations of Exercise and Sports Science II - 1003AHS
Anatomy and Physiology Systems II - 1017MSC
Health Challenges for the 21st Century - 1205MED
Year 2
You must complete the following courses:
Interpersonal Skills - 1008PSY
Neural Basis of Movement - 2006AHS
Musculoskeletal Anatomy - 2010AHS
Exercise, Health and Disease - 2004AHS
Introduction to Psychology 2 - 1002PSY
Research Methods and Statistics in Psychology - 1003PSY
Physiology of Exercise - 2001AHS
Motor Learning and Control - 2009AHS
Listed elective
Year 3
You must complete the following courses:
Psychology in Professional Contexts - 1011PSY
Biological Psychology - 2007PSY
Experimental Design and Analysis - 2000PSY
Musculoskeletal Biomechanics - 2007AHS
Cognitive Psychology - 2006PSY
Psychological Assessment of Individual Differences - 3006PSY
Exercise Sports Nutrition - 3138AHS
Social and Cultural Psychology - 2008PSY
Year 4
You must complete the following courses:
Clinical Exercise Testing - 3004AHS
Personality Psychology - 2016PSY
Survey Design and Analysis - 3003PSY
Developmental Psychology - 2015PSY
Exercise Programming and Prescription I - 3005AHS
Abnormal Psychology - 3009PSY
Exercise Programming and Prescription II - 3013AHS
Listed elective
Exercise Science Practicum - 3006AHS
Note 1: Students who are required to complete 5902LHS must complete 1001PSY in Year 4 of the program.
Year 5
You must complete the following courses:
Exercise and Sport Psychology - 3009AHS
Psychological Perspectives on Cultural Diversity - 3033PSY
Listed elective
Listed electives
Sports Coaching - 2003AHS
Workplace Psychology - 2004PSY
Sport Psychology - 2085EDN
Fitness Practicum I - 3011AHS
First Peoples Health and Practice - 3121MED
Cognitive Neuropsychology - 3019PSY
Counselling Theory and Practice - 3005PSY
Pharmacology - 2018PHM
Community Internship and Partnerships for SDGs - 3002LFC
Health Psychology - 2010PSY
Adult Development and Ageing - 3012PSY
Neuromuscular Pathophysiology - 3601AHS
Health Practice Management - 3008AHS
Fitness Practicum II - 3012AHS
Adolescent Development - 3021PSY
Athlete Management Principles - 2220THS (not offered in 2021)
The Business of You - 3036IBA (not offered in 2021)
The Business of Business - 3037IBA (not offered in 2021)
You will be able to work as a consultant in sport and exercise behaviour, exercise specialist, rehabilitation adviser or manager, cardiac technician or respiratory scientist. You will also be qualified to work in guidance and health management. You will have the opportunity to apply for entry into the Master of Physiotherapy, which will prepare you for a career as a physiotherapist.
OSHC: 609 ($) AUD per year
