IELTS total 6.5, IELTS reading 6.5, IELTS writing 6.5, IELTS speaking 6.5, IELTS listening 6.5
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Diploma level or above
OR
Work and life experience
Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Through theoretical and practical learning, you’ll become an expert in all aspects of exercise and sport science, and graduate with the skills needed to design, implement and evaluate exercise and physical activity programs.
The exercise and sport science component prepares you to provide exercise advice, deliver strength and conditioning services, biomechanical analyses, and skill acquisition knowledge to enhance the physical and mental wellbeing of generally healthy individuals, ranging from children to elite athletes to older persons.
The nutrition and food sciences component will teach you to understand diets and lifestyles for optimum health and the associations between nutrient intake, energy output and obesity. You’ll also learn how to manage and improve nutrition and diet related to physical activity and lifestyle changes, and how to maximise physical performance for healthy active people.
During the first two years you’ll learn about nutrition and study exercise and sport science courses, which will give you a solid foundation in:
human anatomy and physiology
fundamental movement skills
skill acquisition
chemistry and biology.
The third and fourth years have a strong practical focus. You'll develop critical thinking and practice-based skills through learning about:
exercise prescription and delivery
relationship between food bioactives, functional foods and medicines
developing personalised dietary and exercise plans to manage weight
nutrition for sports, exercise and activity.
CRICOS CODE : 094936G
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Foundations of Physical Activity and Health
Physiology Essentials 100
Foundations in Human Movement, Exercise and Sports Science
OR
Introduction to Nutrition and Food Sciences 1
Chemistry 100
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Group and Team Psychology
Motor Development and Ageing
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences
OR
Statistics for Laboratory Sciences
Chemistry 101
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise Physiology 1
Human Nutrition
Human Anatomy 100
Biology A
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Exercise Physiology 2
Functional Anatomy
The Chemistry of Food
Sensory and Consumer Evaluation of Foods
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Motor Control and Learning
Exercise Delivery
Biochemistry
Microbiology
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Biomechanics of Human Movement
Exercise Prescription
Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology
Lifespan Physiology
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Applied Exercise and Sport Science
Nutrition Communication and Food Studies
Nutrition, Exercise and Weight Management
Professional Practice in Exercise Science
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Sociology of Health, Physical Activity and Sport
Food Safety and Regulation
Sports Nutrition
Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals and Medicines
As the health, nutrition, exercise and wellness industries continue to grow, employment prospects for graduates are promising. Employment for nutrition professionals in Australia is projected to increase by 10.4% by November 2025.1
Careers to consider include:
Exercise Scientist: assist people to increase their fitness, sporting performance and general health using a combination of biomechanics, physiology and performance analysis.
Physical Training Specialist: advise clients on exercise, health, wellbeing and nutrition; develop and implement individual training plans.
Sports and Fitness Nutritionist: responsible for improving the health and optimising the performance of athletes and exercisers.
Food Scientist: use chemistry and biology to look at the microbiological, chemical and physical properties of food and ingredients. Analyse nutritional content, discover new food sources, and ensure the manufacturing process is safe.
Product Development Manager: develop innovative products and solutions to meet strategic business objectives.
Researcher: plan and conduct laboratory-based investigations, experiments and trials, and analyse results in order to broaden scientific understanding.
Community Nutritionist: create changes in attitude toward nutrition and health; provide advice, guidance and support to the community.
Health Promotion Officer: plan and coordinate health promotion programs for various community groups.
Community Sports Project Officer: develop, coordinate and manage programs delivered by community sport organisations.
Food Policy Advisor: offer qualified health and nutrition advice to the public.
Flavour Technologist: sample products and conduct experiments to alter the ingredients in food and beverages to make it taste better, replicate a taste, or develop a new taste.
Health Promotion Officer: use social and environmental interventions to improve the health of groups and individuals.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
