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
This unique double degree, which is the only one of its kind in South Australia, will provide you with expertise in the areas of human movement, psychology, counselling and interpersonal skills. With a strong practical and multi-disciplinary industry focus, you will graduate with a specialised set of skills to meet emerging market needs.
The human movement component will allow you to develop a holistic understanding of the impact that exercise and physical activity has on the biological, psychological and social parameters of human life.
The psychology component provides a balance of courses in psychology theory and counselling – for graduates this means you will enter the workforce with a strong understanding of psychology, as well as the analytical, communication and interpersonal skills needed to work with individuals, groups and communities.
Practical learning constitutes a large focus of this degree, enhancing the work-readiness of graduates – the value of this study component has been recognised nationally in the form of an award from the Australian Federal Government Office of Teaching and Learning.
If you finish your degree with a credit or higher grade point average (GPA) you could also be eligible for the one-year Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) – the pathway to employment as a registered sport psychologist (additional requirements must also be met).
CRICOS CODE : 091150K
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Foundations of Physical Activity and Health
Foundations in Human Movement, Exercise and Sports Science
Physiology Essentials 100
Human Anatomy 100
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Group and Team Psychology
Lifespan Development for Occupational Therapy Practice
Fitness and Lifestyle Management
Principles of Teaching and Coaching
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise Physiology 1
Human Nutrition
Motor Control and Learning
Psychology 1A
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Biomechanics of Human Movement
Psychology 1B
Dance as Education and Recreation
Introductory Research Methods
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
Counselling Foundations
Cognitive Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology
Biological and Learning Psychology
Social and Community Psychology
Game, Sports Theory, Practice and Participation
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Personality Psychology
Counselling Skills
Specialist Psychology Course 2
Health Risks and Relationship Education
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Clinical and Abnormal Psychology
Counselling Interventions
Sociology of Health, Physical Activity and Sport
Specialist Psychology Course 3
SPECIALIST PSYCHOLOGY COURSES
Advanced Research Methods
Psychological Assessment
Psychophysiology of Sleep
Health Psychology
Conservation Psychology
Language, Context and Social Behaviour
Work and Organisational Psychology
As the health, wellbeing and nutrition industries continue to grow, employment prospects for graduates of this degree are promising.
Careers to consider include:
Sport development officer: responsible for coordinating club and athlete participation in sports programs, as well as improving the performance of individuals and teams
Community and allied health worker: support and assist the work of allied health professionals, such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists and dieticians
Sports coach: provide expert training advice to sporting professionals, and analyse their performances to provide further feedback and development strategies
Health and wellbeing advisor: advise clients on exercise, health, wellbeing and nutrition
Youth worker: work with young people, providing support and encouragement
Counsellor (with further study): work with individuals in a confidential setting, helping them to overcome problems
Community development officer: work with communities to bring about social change
Research Assistant: support research psychologists in the research process.
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
