Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences
ProviderThe University of Western AustraliaCourse overview
Our Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences will provide you with knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the sport, exercise and health industries. You’ll learn to apply theoretical knowledge to develop and deliver exercise-based interventions for fitness, health and wellbeing, and performance. The award-winning Work Integrated Learning program will provide you with opportunities to combine theoretical knowledge in real-world professional settings, as well as to interact with professionals in the industry.
Why study this course at UWA
- Our Work Integrated Learning program will ensure you are ‘career-ready’
- UWA is ranked 1st in WA for Sports-Related Subjects (QS 2025)
- Help tackle our biggest health challenges by understanding the effects of physical activity on human health and performance.
You’ll learn to
- demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge with depth in the discipline of Sport and Exercise Sciences
- exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
- demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary for both employment in the discipline of Sport and Exercise Sciences and further study.
Accreditation
The Sport Science, Exercise and Health major (MJD-SEHDM) in any course leading to a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences or Bachelor of Philosophy is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates will be eligible to apply as an accredited exercise scientist.
Get career-ready with a UWA degree
At UWA, all our degrees include the option to take internships or Work Integrated Learning units, and, along with mentoring and volunteering opportunities, these can help you stand out in the job market and increase your employability. Find out more about how we can prepare you for your dream career, from first job to long-term goals.
Career opportunities: Exercise Scientist, Performance Consultant, Sports, Health and Fitness Coach and more.
Entry requirements
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IB Diploma
28-30If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
Past Offers
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Course curriculum
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