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Course Information

Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)

Effective from 01-JAN-2020 : Code M89

This course prepares students for a variety of professional exercise and sports science roles in the private, corporate and government sectors. Students will be able to specialise in the design, implementation and evaluation of programs targeted at improving general health and wellbeing, the prevention of chronic disease and the enhancement of sports and exercise performance.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Practicum Requirement

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.

Duty of care

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.

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.

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

1. Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of exercise and sport science theoretical and practical situations.
2. Think critically to analyse, interpret and solve complex exercise and sport science situations.
3. Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in exercise and sport science contexts.
4. Use digital technologies and literacies to assess, evaluate and synthesise information from multiple sources.
5. Communicate exercise and sport science knowledge, concepts and skills to diverse population groups.
6. Demonstrate a global outlook in exercise and sport science situations, showing sensitivity for diversity, including Aboriginal cultural competence.
7. Demonstrate appropriate social and ethical values by working cooperatively and collaboratively in exercise and sports science settings.
8. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and initiative for own learning and professional practice.

Professional Recognition

Course

This course has been Accredited by: Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
Graduating students will be eligible to apply for accreditation credentialing with ESSA. Please refer to ESSA website for further information regarding the application process: https://www.essa.org.au/Public/APPLY_NOW/Ways_to_Join_ESSA/Public/APPLY_NOW/Ways_to_Join.aspx?hkey=2d376635-5322-4bcc-8473-39b7cab32cfa The course is Professionally-Accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA), if completed in Australia. Please also note: ESSA English Language Requirements. All individuals seeking initial accreditation or returning to accreditation with ESSA must show English language competence (unless exempt). To find out more and determine whether you are exempt please see ESSA’s English Language Requirements via the following link https://www.essa.org.au/Public/Professional_Standards/NASRHP_What_you_need_to_know.aspx#English%20Language%20Requirements

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 3)

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);
• Special Tertiary Admissions Test;
• University Preparation Course;
• Indigenous University Orientation Course;
• Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or
• Experience Based Entry Scheme.

English Language requirement (Band 3)

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;
• Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;
• 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 as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 3 Years
• Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
• South West (Bunbury): Full Time, Part Time
• International Sports Academy - Singapore: Full Time, Part Time

Cross Campus Attendance

ECU Southwest Students: The first year (i.e. 8 units) of the Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sport Science) can be completed at the Bunbury campus. The remaining units (i.e. 16 units) must be completed at the Joondalup campus.

Course Coordinator

Mrs Kristeen Fiona IREDALE

Course Structure

Students are required to complete 24 Units consisting of 15 Core units plus 1 Core Option Unit plus an 8- unit Major or a 6- unit minor plus 2 Recommended Electives or 8 Recommended Elective (which can consist of an 8 unit stream).

Students may choose to complete units from the following Streams: - Coaching Science: - Physical Education (Health as a second teaching area); - Physical Education (Science as a second teaching area); - Clinical Exercise Physiology; or - Dietetics. Please refer to course planners for details on units required for each Stream.

^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course