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
Start your unstoppable career supporting people's health and wellbeing, with a double degree in exercise and sport science, combined with counselling and interpersonal skills.
This unique double degree is the only one of its kind in South Australia; and will develop your expertise in physical, social and psychological science. You'll be prepared for work providing counselling to athletes, enhanced rehabilitation services and enhancing the physical health and mental wellbeing of the population.
This unique double degree will provide you with expertise in the science of exercise and sport, human thought and behaviour. You’ll develop cognitive and creative skills to solve real-world scientific problems and apply your knowledge in diverse contexts such as sports and mental health.
You'll learn how to provide exercise advice, deliver strength and conditioning services, do biomechanical analyses, and share skill acquisition knowledge to enhance people's physical and mental wellbeing - from children to elite athletes to older persons.
Your courses in psychology theory and counselling will help you enter the workforce with a strong understanding of the analytical, communication and interpersonal skills needed to work with individuals, groups and communities.
In the first two years, you’ll study exercise and sport science courses, with an introduction to psychology, which will give you a solid understanding of:
human anatomy and physiology
fundamental movement skills
skill acquisition
physical activity and health.
The third and fourth years have a strong practical focus. You’ll develop critical thinking and practice-based skills to:
Develop influencing skills and intervention strategies.
Gain knowledge of psychological disorders, including their causes and range of treatments.
Study the relationship between psychology and physical activity.
CRICOS CODE : 094937F
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Human Anatomy 100
Foundations in Human Movement, Exercise and Sports Science
Physiology Essentials 100
Psychology 1A
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Group and Team Psychology
Motor Development and Ageing
Functional Anatomy
Psychology 1B
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise Physiology 1
Human Nutrition
Foundations of Physical Activity and Health
Counselling Foundations
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences
Exercise Physiology 2
Biological and Learning Psychology
Social and Community Psychology
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise Delivery
Motor Control and Learning
Counselling Skills
Cognitive Psychology
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology
Exercise Prescription
Biomechanics of Human Movement
Counselling Interventions
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Applied Exercise and Sport Science
Developmental Psychology
Specialist Psychology Course 2
Professional Practice in Exercise Science
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Sociology of Health, Physical Activity and Sport
Clinical and Abnormal Psychology
Personality Psychology
Specialist Psychology Course 3
SPECIALIST PSYCHOLOGY COURSES
Advanced Research Methods
Exploring the History and Foundations of Psychology
Psychophysiology of Sleep
Health Psychology
Conservation Psychology
Language, Context and Social Behaviour
Work and Organisational Psychology
As the health and wellbeing industry continues to grow, employment prospects for graduates of this double degree are promising.
Careers to consider include:
Exercise Scientist: use a combination of biomechanics, physiology, and psychology to help assess and ultimately increase an individual’s fitness, sporting performance and general health.
Athlete Counsellor (with further study): improve and sustain the wellbeing, mental functioning and physical performance of athletes.
School Counsellor (with further study): work across primary and secondary schools to advocate student wellbeing.
Strength and Conditioning Coach: prepare athletes for high performance, enabling them the greatest advantage in competition.
Sport Psychologist (with further study): work with athletes and coaches to increase athletic performance through psychological influences.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
