Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)

Description

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the scientific aspects of exercise and sport science. Such an understanding requires the application and integration of the methods, theories and knowledge of a wide range of disciplines, including the biological sciences (anatomy, biochemistry and physiology), the physical sciences (chemistry, physics and mathematics) and the social sciences (psychology and sociology). Students follow a prescribed program of study with a total of 144 credit points, including a few elective units in Year 3. Formal teaching is mostly through lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Students engage in a wide range of additional learning activities, including studying textbooks and research articles, answering review questions, case studies and problems, completing investigative assignments and conducting projects. Such activities may be required to be completed individually or by working collaboratively with other students.

A distinguishing feature of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course is that students have frequent access to laboratory facilities and equipment. The course has a substantial integrated program of laboratory and practical work. Projects are undertaken at all stages of the course; often these projects enable skills and knowledge to be applied to a problem of interest to the individual student.

The most important goal of every university course is the development of the students capacity and enthusiasm for lifelong learning. Highly developed learning skills allow a graduate to adapt to the changing demands of their work environment, and a skilful learner is able to easily acquire the new skills, approaches and perspectives necessary for a successful transfer to a new career path. University courses also aim to develop the students generic skills, which are those skills that are applicable in many diverse situations.

Requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) is competitive. Most applicants are considered on the basis of the ATAR obtained in the New South Wales Higher School Certificate or equivalent, but about one third of students are admitted based on a tertiary record or through the Mature Age Entry Scheme.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course will appeal to you if you have an enthusiasm for sport and physical activity and an interest in the biological and physical sciences from a human perspective. Although there are no subject requirements for entry into the course, students are assumed to possess knowledge equivalent to the study of chemistry and mathematics at HSC level. Students would benefit from having also studied physics, PDHPE and biology. Students who have not recently completed studies in chemistry and mathematics are strongly advised to attend bridging courses prior to commencing the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course. Bridging courses are also available in physics.

For further information on general admission requirements and details of bridging courses, visit http://sydney.edu.au/health_sciences

Notes

Students of this course can pursue their research interests by undertaking an honours program under the

supervision of researchers working on cutting-edge projects.

The honours program allows you to specialise in an area of personal interest, develops your research skills and lets you make a significant contribution to the development of knowledge within the profession.

The honours program consists of a fourth year of study, during which you conduct a research project and write a thesis under the supervision of a member of the faculty's academic staff. For more information see Exercise and Sport Science Honours program.

Other opportunities

Graduates of this course may also choose to move into research in health, ageing, exercise, biomechanics and motor learning by undertaking a PhD in exercise and sport science. This degree may also be used as a basis for further study in related fields such as nutrition and dietetics, medicine or teaching.

International Experience
As part of this degree, eligible students will have the opportunity to take part in the ‘FHS Abroad' program which involves academic study and a 4-6 week placement with non-government organisations and other development agencies in one of a small number of countries in South and South East Asia. This 6 credit point elective is available to students and enables you to gain a real understanding of global health and make a lasting difference to communities worldwide. More information