- 3 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Ipswich
- Toowoomba
- External
- Feb, May
- View dates
- AUD 33,600
- (Indicative annual fee)
- 084354A
Overview
- Launch your career in the sport, exercise, health or fitness field. You could help clients prevent injury, assist in improving athletic performance, or provide support with general and mental health.
- Enhance your knowledge and skills to apply the science of sport and exercise. Develop interventions to improve sport performance, health, fitness, and prevent chronic diseases.
- Benefit from access to specialised sport and exercise science laboratories and our dedicated Exercise Physiology Clinic.
- During your degree, your studies will cover all aspects of sport and exercise science, including anatomy and physiology, psychology, strength and conditioning, exercise prescription, and programming and delivery, alongside professional placements.
- Be well-equipped for the career market by combining theoretical knowledge and practical applications with 140 hours of professional placement.
Having the courage
The highlights for me whilst studying at UniSQ, would be experiencing the classroom again as an adult and having the courage to ask questions and express opinions. Being around like-minded people and learning from current industry experts.
Casey - Sport and Exercise Science
Career outcomes
- After three years of study you will be an exercise scientist, able to work in the sport and health industries as a technician. Some exercise scientists work alongside sport scientists supporting athletes to improve sport performance. Others work alongside clinicians in the healthcare system using exercise as medicine.
- You can find employment in roles such as health promotion, recreation officer, gym manager, sports development officer, or work within sports tourism, community sport and recreation, and promotion of sport performance among athletes.
Professional accreditation
Graduates can apply for individual Exercise Science Accreditation (AES) with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science, you must successfully complete 24 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Degree requirements
As part of the degree, you will need to complete 140 hours of practical placements. Placements in industry provide professional experience, putting the theory into practice, and opportunities to start networking with potential employers.
All students must be able to meet the physical and other professional requirements of practical placements within this degree.
You will be required to attend on-campus residential schools as part of this degree. During these sessions, you will attend face-to-face practical classes and workshops, use the laboratory facilities and specialised equipment, and engage with staff and fellow students.
Note: Courses that include a practical skill competency component and residential school will be conducted at UniSQ Ipswich.
Other study options
If you’re interested in further study, after completion of this degree you can go on to study the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours) (if you meet all the entry requirements).
Entry requirements
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Use our International qualification converter to check country-specific grades (that are equivalent to Australian Year 12) you will need to apply for this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.5 and a minimum score of 6.0 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet these requirements throughout your studies.
Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities, and knowledge that you must be able to demonstrate to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree.
If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to an Accessibility Support Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.
Review the inherent requirements and make sure this degree is right for you.
All students must provide the following documents prior to commencing clinical placements:
- Blue Card or Working with Children Check (if unable to obtain: Australian Police Check Certificate)
- first aid certificate
- cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certificate
- a signed UniSQ Student Declaration.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
This degree includes an on-campus residential school component that involves travel, accommodation, and meal expenses.
Placement courses may incur some additional costs, including uniform and equipment, transport to and from venues and, in some instances, living expenses, particularly for placements in rural and remote settings
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
The University accepts applications all year. Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplyYou can select to start your study in Trimester 1 or 2.
| Study period | Orientation | Start date |
|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
You can contact one of our approved agents to guide you through the application process. Our agents provide:
- advice on your study plans
- advice on applying to UniSQ
- document certification
- assistance with any pre-departure arrangements
- assistance with your visa requirements.
To support your application, you will need to submit certified copies of:
- identity documents (passport)
- evidence of your English language proficiency
- senior high school (A levels/Year 12) certificate and academic transcripts
- all post-secondary study certificates and academic transcripts (if any)
- evidence of work experience (if required).
Application dates can vary so be sure to check our key dates to get all the details.
It is important to apply early to allow enough time for your application to be assessed and processed to meet study commencement dates and participation in Orientation activities. You should also factor in visa processing requirements and timeframes, where applicable.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. Please allow up to 14 days for assessment. If further assessment is required for course credits or exemptions, this process may take longer.
Once you have received your letter of offer from UniSQ, you will need to return your signed acceptance of offer form. The UniSQ team will contact you at this time with more information regarding next steps.
Find out more
Connect with us - start a conversation, whenever suits you.
Frequently asked questions
Exercise scientists enjoy many career paths, including:
- sports technician
- health technician
- sport development office
- athlete performance
- clinician support
- health promotion
- recreation officer
- gym manager.
If you continue your studies with the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology (Honours), you can become a sport scientist or an accredited exercise physiologist (clinician).
The cost of a Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
When you study with us, the first year of your studies will cost approximately AUD 14000 (Commonwealth supported place), not including:
- Professional experience costs
- Student services and amenities fees
- Residential school costs.
Please view the fees and scholarships section of this page for details.
There are many great reasons to study a Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science at UniSQ and take the first steps to a fulfilling career:
- Put your learnings into practice with 140 hours of professional placement.
- Our research in human movement and sports science has been evaluated as well above world class in the latest ERA results.
- UniSQ’s Bachelor of Sports and Exercise Science graduates can apply for individual Exercise Science Accreditation (AES) with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
