When it comes to choosing a degree in the sport and exercise field at an undergraduate level, there are two main fields of study: Science or Management.
Sport and exercise science: Focused on human performance in sport – think sport science, coaching, exercise physiology, rehab and biomechanics. You’ll gain expertise in the sport and fitness industry, injury prevention, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning, sports education and exercise therapy.
Sport and exercise management: Concerned with sport-related business opportunities, such as managing programs, venues and resources. You’ll gain the knowledge and skills to manage sport and exercise programs, professional sporting teams, and large sporting venues and facilities.
Why study sport and exercise?
Align your profession with your passion
A degree in sport and exercise science will give you:
Advanced knowledge of the human body and specialist qualifications, including ESSA accreditation as an Exercise Scientist for those who complete the Exercise Science or Exercise Therapy major
Understanding of how physical activity enhances health and wellbeing, fitness and human performance in individuals and populations
Develop industry contacts and gain practical experience at organisations including sporting clubs, school sport programs, and fitness and health centres.
Being able to be involved in all areas of exercise science is invaluable, because you can get a taste of the entire industry. What also sets UTS apart is being able to work alongside high-performance athletes during my studies.
Tijana Sharp Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Engage with the latest research
You can choose to engage in work experience through sport and exercise research projects throughout your degree, such as: factors affecting performance in elite athletes; effects of physical activity and sport participation on health and wellbeing; and the effects of diet, exercise and behaviour on chronic disease.
There are seven Graduate Attributes (GA) that apply to both the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management.
These are:
Leadership Lead, manage and inspire within the fields of sport, exercise and health.
Ethics and Responsibility Take personal, social and ethical responsibility for their contribution to sport, exercise and health.
Applying Knowledge Competently apply knowledge and skills within the sport, exercise and health professions.
Critical Thinking Engage in research and critical thinking to integrate diverse knowledge and develop creative, effective and evidence-based solutions.
Adaptability Adapt to diverse industry contexts to enable optimal and sustainable sport, exercise and health outcomes.
Communication Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with diverse populations to enable positive change.
Indigenous Cultural Respect Graduates have professional cultural competency, which contributes to the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians, inclusive of physical, social, emotional and spiritual wellness.
Course Intended Learning Outcomes
The following course intended learning outcomes (CLIOs) apply to both the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management.
1. Leadership
1.1 Demonstrate leadership to individuals, groups and organisations in the fields of sport, exercise and health
1.2 Develop and sustain collaborative partnerships with industry and professionals
1.3 Apply contemporary management practices to enable effective outcomes
2. Ethics and Responsibility
2.1 Recognise the importance of personal, social, ethical and legal accountability in sport, exercise and health
2.2 Assess and manage safety and risk appropriate to the client and context
2.3 Provide services using resources appropriately to ensure sustainable and equitable access
3. Applying Knowledge
3.1 Apply knowledge and skills in key content areas, including anatomy, biomechanics, exercise physiology, sports psychology, motor learning and exercise prescription
3.2 Integrate knowledge and skills from key content areas to develop evidence-based interventions that meet the unique needs of clients
4. Critical Thinking
4.1 Identify, access and critically evaluate appropriate information resources
4.2 Develop and apply evidence-based systems to address contemporary issues in sport, exercise and health
4.3 Engage with current international perspectives in the sport, exercise and health professions
5. Adaptability
5.1 Manage and adapt the environment to maximise outcomes for a range of clients and stakeholders
5.2 Develop individualised experiences that are socially and environmentally responsible and provide sustainable health outcomes
5.3 Act with respect and sensitivity to culture
6. Communication
6.1 Utilise a range of communication strategies to promote sport, exercise and health for individuals and groups with diverse needs
6.2 Effectively collaborate with a range of sport, exercise and health professionals to develop optimal solutions
7. Indigenous Cultural Respect
7.1 Demonstrate respect and value for world view differences and in particular Australian Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing
7.2 Critique and reflect upon the impact of ongoing colonisation and its pervasive discourse on Indigenous Australians and their health and wellbeing
7.3 Recognise the diversity of Indigenous Australians and integrate this knowledge into practice
^ UAC codes 606020, 606021 and 606030 enable a pathway into graduate entry physiotherapy courses. The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science / Exercise Therapy major (606021) provides a guaranteed pathway into the UTS Master of Physiotherapy, subject to maintaining a credit average (GPA of 5.0 and above) and a successful internal interview.
