Bachelor of Science (International Exercise and Sports Science)
Course code W97
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Considering Sports Science or related studies but want an international experience? Study International Exercise & Sports Science in Perth and in the UK with ECU's and the University of Portsmouth's unique 4-year dual degree.
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About this Course
This International Dual Degree provides you with an opportunity to gain valuable international experience while receiving two degrees.
Graduates will receive both a Bachelor of Science (International Exercise and Sports Science) from ECU and a BSc (Hons) Sport, Health, and Exercise Sciences dual
degree from the University of Portsmouth (UK).
This international dual degree involves three years of study at ECU (years 1, 2 and 4) and one year in the UK at the University of Portsmouth (year 3).
If you are interested in health, fitness and general well-being, and like the idea of helping other people improve their lifestyle or sports performance through exercise, you should explore a career in Exercise Science.
Your degrees will prepare you for a variety of professional roles – you could work with elite sportspeople, promote health in the community, work in corporate health or a wide range of other exciting environments. Your studies will give you the skills to design, implement and evaluate exercise programs targeted at improving general health and well-being, helping to prevent or reduce the impact of chronic disease and enhancing athletic performance.
You can also specialise in a related field, with majors in Football Performance, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Occupational Safety and Health and Sport Business helping broaden your career prospects. You can also use this course as a pathway to further study in areas such as clinical exercise physiology, education, dietetics and strength and conditioning coaching.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code W97
Entry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $10,650
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online |
Location & Timetable
This course requires attendance at more than one campus or location. The course also has a modified timetable. See Course Notes.
About this Course
This International Dual Degree provides you with an opportunity to gain valuable international experience while receiving two degrees.
Graduates will receive both a Bachelor of Science (International Exercise and Sports Science) from ECU and a BSc (Hons) Sport, Health, and Exercise Sciences dual
degree from the University of Portsmouth (UK).
This international dual degree involves three years of study at ECU (years 1, 2 and 4) and one year in the UK at the University of Portsmouth (year 3).
If you are interested in health, fitness and general well-being, and like the idea of helping other people improve their lifestyle or sports performance through exercise, you should explore a career in Exercise Science.
Your degrees will prepare you for a variety of professional roles – you could work with elite sportspeople, promote health in the community, work in corporate health or a wide range of other exciting environments. Your studies will give you the skills to design, implement and evaluate exercise programs targeted at improving general health and well-being, helping to prevent or reduce the impact of chronic disease and enhancing athletic performance.
You can also specialise in a related field, with majors in Football Performance, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Occupational Safety and Health and Sport Business helping broaden your career prospects. You can also use this course as a pathway to further study in areas such as clinical exercise physiology, education, dietetics and strength and conditioning coaching.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Course code W97
CRICOS code 106006B
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $42,250
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Location | Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT | FT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online |
Location & Timetable
This course requires attendance at more than one campus or location. The course also has a modified timetable. See Course Notes.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Students will complete 360 credit points (24 units) at ECU in Year 1, 2 and 4 and 120 credit points (6 units) in their 3rd year at Portsmouth.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| MHS1101 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 15 |
| SPS1530 | Lifespan Growth and Development | 15 |
| NUT1121 | Human Nutrition | 15 |
| SPS1502 | Biomechanics | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPS1111 | Foundations of Fitness and Training | 15 |
| SPS1217 | Functional Anatomy | 15 |
| MAT2107 | Statistical Research Methods | 15 |
| MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2203 | Principles and Practices of Resistance Training | 15 |
| SPS2505 | Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 2 x units from Major, Minor or Recommended Electives | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2524 | Exercise Delivery | 15 |
| SPS2516 | Motor Learning and Control | 15 |
| SPS2622 | Psychology of Exercise and Health Behaviour | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 1 x unit from listed Major, Minor or Recommended Elective | 15 |
Year 3
ECU Students (Outbound) Year 3 of this course is studied at the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom. Students will select 120 credit points (6 units) from the units listed below. For details of the units, please consult the University of Portsmouth handbook which can be found online at https://www.port.ac.uk/
U30090 Environmental Physiology
U30087 Biomechanics in Practice
U30088 Advanced Sports nutrition
U30089 Biopsychosocial Approaches to Physical Activity and Heath Promotion
U22575 Professional Development
U30084 Applications of Exercise Physiology
U30074 Exercise in Different Environments
U30099 Applied Skill Acquisition
U30086 Advanced Strength and Conditioning
University of Portsmouth Students (Inbound) Students from the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom will complete 120 credit points (8 units x 15cp each) from the units listed below. For details of the units, please consult the ECU handbook which can be found online at https://www.ecu.edu.au/handbook.
SPS2524 Exercise Delivery or SPS1210 Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in Sport *
SPS2516 Motor Learning and Control
MAT2107 Statistical Research Methods
SPS2301 Exercise Rehabilitation
SPS1530 Lifespan Growth and Development
SPS2615 Sports Injury Prevention and Management
SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training or SPS3105 Advanced Resistance Training *
SPS3114 Conditioning for Team Sport Athletes
* Students who have completed U30077 Strength and Conditioning for Sport, Exercise and Health in 2nd year at UoP should complete SPS2524 Exercise Delivery and SPS3105 Advanced Resistance Training at ECU. Students who have NOT completed U30077 in 2nd year at UoP should complete SPS1210 Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in Sport and SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training at ECU.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPS3112 | Exercise and Sports Science Practicum | 15 |
| SPS3105 | Advanced Resistance Training | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 2 x units from Major, Minor or Recommended Electives | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS3111 | Physical Activity and Health | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 3 x units from Major, Minor or Recommended Electives | 45 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPS3502 | Advanced Biomechanics | 15 |
| SPS3505 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| SPS3333 | Motor Behaviour | 15 |
| SPS1750 | Coaching Science 1 | 15 |
| SPS1755 | Coaching Science 2 | 15 |
| SPS2750 | Coaching Science 3 | 15 |
| SPS3750 | Coaching Science 4 | 15 |
| SPS3755 | Coaching Science 5 | 15 |
| SPS1210 | Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in Sport | 15 |
| SPS2209 | Assessment of the Football Player | 15 |
| SPS2615 | Sports Injury Prevention and Management | 15 |
| SPS3604 | Human Movement - Participation and Inclusion | 15 |
| SPS3114 | Conditioning for Team Sport Athletes | 15 |
| SPS3530 | Principles and Practices of Coaching | 15 |
| SPS2301 | Exercise Rehabilitation | 15 |
| HST1120 | Introduction to Health Promotion | 15 |
| SCP1134 | Foundations of Physics | 15 |
| SCH1104 | Introduction to Pathophysiology | 15 |
| SCH2105 | Principles of Pharmacology | 15 |
| SPS3120 | Psycho-social Aspects in Physical Activity and Chronic Disease | 15 |
| SPS3121 | Professional Skills in Clinical Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| NUT3215 | Exercise Nutrition | 15 |
| SCC1226 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry | 15 |
| NUT2211 | Metabolic Biochemistry | 15 |
| NUT2220 | Nutritional Assessment | 15 |
| SCH2232 | Medical Biochemistry | 15 |
| or select one unit from: | ||
| SCC1123 | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | 15 |
| SCC1111 | General Chemistry | 15 |
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookMajors you can study in this course
Course notes
Important course notes
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The first two years are delivered by Edith Cowan University on the Joondalup Campus. The third year is delivered by the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom on campus, and the fourth year is delivered by Edith Cowan University on campus.
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Students who select the majors of Health Promotion, Nutrition and Occupational Safety and Health are able to study some units on campus at ECU South West. In order to complete the course, however, students should be prepared to complete the remaining units at the Joondalup campus.
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Students are required to complete 2 mandatory practicum units: SPS3112 (140 hours), SPS2524 Exercise Delivery (30 hours).
The Recommended Elective SPS3604 includes 30 hours of work placement.
Attendance requirements
Students will undertake the practicum placement during the hours laid down by their host organisation and students may be required to attend after hours and on the weekends.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Prior to external placement, a risk management process must occur, including health and safety obligations, and a site visit (if practicable and reasonable). If an ongoing collaboration is approved by both parties, an official agreement contract is drafted between the University and the external agency.
Prior to placement, students must submit evidence of a Working with Children Check (where necessary) and a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) First Aid Certificate.
Professional practice rules
The practicum component of the course is attached to units SPS2524 and SPS3112 and successful completion of these core units, is a requirement for graduation. A pass grade for the practicum component is required to achieve a pass for the relevant core unit. Students who fail the practicum component are required to repeat the unit.
This could increase the duration of the course.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of exercise and sport science theoretical and practical situations.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and solve complex exercise and sport science situations.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in exercise and sport science contexts.
- Use digital technologies and literacies to assess, evaluate and synthesise information from multiple sources.
- Communicate exercise and sport science knowledge, concepts and skills to a variety of populations.
- Demonstrate a global outlook in exercise and sport science situations, showing sensitivity for diversity, including Aboriginal cultural competence.
- Demonstrate appropriate social and ethical values by working cooperatively and collaboratively in exercise and sports science settings.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and initiative for own learning and professional practice.
Course Details
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
Students will complete 360 credit points (24 units) at ECU in Year 1, 2 and 4 and 120 credit points (6 units) in their 3rd year at Portsmouth.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| MHS1101 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 15 |
| SPS1530 | Lifespan Growth and Development | 15 |
| NUT1121 | Human Nutrition | 15 |
| SPS1502 | Biomechanics | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS1111 | Foundations of Fitness and Training | 15 |
| SPS1217 | Functional Anatomy | 15 |
| MAT2107 | Statistical Research Methods | 15 |
| MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2203 | Principles and Practices of Resistance Training | 15 |
| SPS2505 | Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 2 x units from Major, Minor or Recommended Electives | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2524 | Exercise Delivery | 15 |
| SPS2516 | Motor Learning and Control | 15 |
| SPS2622 | Psychology of Exercise and Health Behaviour | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 1 x unit from listed Major, Minor or Recommended Elective | 15 |
Year 3
ECU Students (Outbound) Year 3 of this course is studied at the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom. Students will select 120 credit points (6 units) from the units listed below. For details of the units, please consult the University of Portsmouth handbook which can be found online at https://www.port.ac.uk/
U30090 Environmental Physiology
U30087 Biomechanics in Practice
U30088 Advanced Sports nutrition
U30089 Biopsychosocial Approaches to Physical Activity and Heath Promotion
U22575 Professional Development
U30084 Applications of Exercise Physiology
U30074 Exercise in Different Environments
U30099 Applied Skill Acquisition
U30086 Advanced Strength and Conditioning
University of Portsmouth Students (Inbound) Students from the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom will complete 120 credit points (8 units x 15cp each) from the units listed below. For details of the units, please consult the ECU handbook which can be found online at https://www.ecu.edu.au/handbook.
SPS2524 Exercise Delivery or SPS1210 Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in Sport *
SPS2516 Motor Learning and Control
MAT2107 Statistical Research Methods
SPS2301 Exercise Rehabilitation
SPS1530 Lifespan Growth and Development
SPS2615 Sports Injury Prevention and Management
SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training or SPS3105 Advanced Resistance Training *
SPS3114 Conditioning for Team Sport Athletes
* Students who have completed U30077 Strength and Conditioning for Sport, Exercise and Health in 2nd year at UoP should complete SPS2524 Exercise Delivery and SPS3105 Advanced Resistance Training at ECU. Students who have NOT completed U30077 in 2nd year at UoP should complete SPS1210 Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in Sport and SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training at ECU.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS3112 | Exercise and Sports Science Practicum | 15 |
| SPS3105 | Advanced Resistance Training | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 2 x units from Major, Minor or Recommended Electives | 30 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS3111 | Physical Activity and Health | 15 |
| Unit from Major/Minor/Elective | 3 x units from Major, Minor or Recommended Electives | 45 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS3502 | Advanced Biomechanics | 15 |
| SPS3505 | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| SPS3333 | Motor Behaviour | 15 |
| SPS1750 | Coaching Science 1 | 15 |
| SPS1755 | Coaching Science 2 | 15 |
| SPS2750 | Coaching Science 3 | 15 |
| SPS3750 | Coaching Science 4 | 15 |
| SPS3755 | Coaching Science 5 | 15 |
| SPS1210 | Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring in Sport | 15 |
| SPS2209 | Assessment of the Football Player | 15 |
| SPS2615 | Sports Injury Prevention and Management | 15 |
| SPS3604 | Human Movement - Participation and Inclusion | 15 |
| SPS3114 | Conditioning for Team Sport Athletes | 15 |
| SPS3530 | Principles and Practices of Coaching | 15 |
| SPS2301 | Exercise Rehabilitation | 15 |
| HST1120 | Introduction to Health Promotion | 15 |
| SCP1134 | Foundations of Physics | 15 |
| SCH1104 | Introduction to Pathophysiology | 15 |
| SCH2105 | Principles of Pharmacology | 15 |
| SPS3120 | Psycho-social Aspects in Physical Activity and Chronic Disease | 15 |
| SPS3121 | Professional Skills in Clinical Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| NUT3215 | Exercise Nutrition | 15 |
| SCC1226 | Introduction to Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry | 15 |
| NUT2211 | Metabolic Biochemistry | 15 |
| NUT2220 | Nutritional Assessment | 15 |
| SCH2232 | Medical Biochemistry | 15 |
| or select one unit from: | ||
| SCC1123 | Chemistry for the Life Sciences | 15 |
| SCC1111 | General Chemistry | 15 |
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.
Student handbookMajors you can study in this course
Course notes
Important course notes
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The first two years are delivered by Edith Cowan University on the Joondalup Campus. The third year is delivered by the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom on campus, and the fourth year is delivered by Edith Cowan University on campus.
-
Students who select the majors of Health Promotion, Nutrition and Occupational Safety and Health are able to study some units on campus at ECU South West. In order to complete the course, however, students should be prepared to complete the remaining units at the Joondalup campus.
-
Students are required to complete 2 mandatory practicum units: SPS3112 (140 hours), SPS2524 Exercise Delivery (30 hours).
The Recommended Elective SPS3604 includes 30 hours of work placement.
Attendance requirements
Students will undertake the practicum placement during the hours laid down by their host organisation and students may be required to attend after hours and on the weekends.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Prior to external placement, a risk management process must occur, including health and safety obligations, and a site visit (if practicable and reasonable). If an ongoing collaboration is approved by both parties, an official agreement contract is drafted between the University and the external agency.
Prior to placement, students must submit evidence of a Working with Children Check (where necessary) and a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) First Aid Certificate.
Professional practice rules
The practicum component of the course is attached to units SPS2524 and SPS3112 and successful completion of these core units, is a requirement for graduation. A pass grade for the practicum component is required to achieve a pass for the relevant core unit. Students who fail the practicum component are required to repeat the unit.
This could increase the duration of the course.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of exercise and sport science theoretical and practical situations.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and solve complex exercise and sport science situations.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in exercise and sport science contexts.
- Use digital technologies and literacies to assess, evaluate and synthesise information from multiple sources.
- Communicate exercise and sport science knowledge, concepts and skills to a variety of populations.
- Demonstrate a global outlook in exercise and sport science situations, showing sensitivity for diversity, including Aboriginal cultural competence.
- Demonstrate appropriate social and ethical values by working cooperatively and collaboratively in exercise and sports science settings.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and initiative for own learning and professional practice.
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $10,650 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee 1
Note
1 The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Some units require the payment of a fee for incidental goods or services required to complete those units. For more information and the full list of incidental fees for courses and units, visit What are Incidental Fees.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
Graduates have successful careers in specialty areas such as exercise science, sports administration, sports coaching, strength and conditioning, corporate fitness, workplace health, sports development and sports performance analysis plus the opportunity for further study in teaching, exercise physiology, dietetics etc.
Possible future job titles
Exercise Scientist, Exercise Physiologist, Biomechanist, Personal Trainer, Sports Coach, Sport & Exercise Scientist, Researcher, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Sports Medicine Trainer, Health& Safety Injury Management Coordinator
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
Fees and Scholarships
Fees
- AUD $42,250 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee 1
Note
1 The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you'll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Some units require the payment of a fee for incidental goods or services required to complete those units. For more information and the full list of incidental fees for courses and units, visit What are Incidental Fees.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
Graduates have successful careers in specialty areas such as exercise science, sports administration, sports coaching, strength and conditioning, corporate fitness, workplace health, sports development and sports performance analysis plus the opportunity for further study in teaching, exercise physiology, dietetics etc.
Possible future job titles
Exercise Scientist, Exercise Physiologist, Biomechanist, Personal Trainer, Sports Coach, Sport & Exercise Scientist, Researcher, Strength & Conditioning Coach, Sports Medicine Trainer, Health& Safety Injury Management Coordinator
Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.
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Getting involved with the uni lifestyle in England allowed me to meet so many amazing people and gave me so many memories I will hold onto forever.
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Quick guide to uni-speak
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The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national regulator of qualifications in the Australian education and training system. The AQF defines the essential characteristics, including the required learning outcomes, of the different types of qualifications issued across the higher education systems in Australia.
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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Quick guide to uni-speak
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The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national regulator of qualifications in the Australian education and training system. The AQF defines the essential characteristics, including the required learning outcomes, of the different types of qualifications issued across the higher education systems in Australia.
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ATAR is the Australian Tertiary Admission Rank, the primary criterion for entry into most undergraduate university courses in Australia. The ATAR is a percentile score which denotes a student's ranking relative to their state-wide peers upon completion of their secondary education.
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CRICOS is the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. A CRICOS code is allocated to education institutions (like ECU) who are approved to recruit, enrol and deliver education to overseas students. Courses with a CRICOS code are available to international students who meet the entry requirements.
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A major, or unit set, is your chosen area of in-depth study in an undergraduate course. It usually involves 8 units of study, or one-third of the units in a 3-year degree. Talk to your Student Information Office if you need help choosing a major subject.
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Minors include between 4 and 6 study units in a specific discipline. Not all courses require you to complete a minor. Your minor subject doesn't appear on your printed degree (parchment), but is part of your academic transcript.
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If you're enrolled in 3 or more units in a semester this is considered full-time study. To complete most 3-year degrees studying full-time you'll need to complete 4 units per semester, i.e. 24 units over 3 years.
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If a course is available to study part-time you can generally expect it to take twice as long to complete as it would in full-time mode. Part-time students are enrolled in 1 or 2 units maximum per semester.
Note: International students who hold a student visa can only choose the full-time study option for our courses. This is to ensure the course is completed within the duration of the student visa.
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Most courses start in Semester 1 each year, usually in the last week of February. Some courses can be started in Semester 2 (we call this mid-year). There's a week of Orientation before each semester to help you get used to uni life.
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A lot of our courses start in Semester 2 each year, usually in the last week of July. We call this mid-year. There's a week of Orientation beforehand to help you get used to uni life.
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We use a points system to make it easier for you to understand your study progress. Most Bachelors degree study units are allocated 15 credit points. If you're studying a 3-year full-time degree you'll need to successfully complete 360 credit points - that's 24 units x 15 points per unit.
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These are compulsory units you have to successfully complete as part of your course.
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An elective is a unit you choose to study that counts towards your course requirements, but isn't compulsory. For some courses we recommend elective units. In some situations, a course coordinator may approve an elective unit as a replacement for a compulsory one.
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