UndergraduateNursing & Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science) at Edith Cowan University prepares students to design, deliver and evaluate programs that improve general health, prevent or reduce chronic disease, and enhance athletic performance, drawing on anatomy, physiology, biomechanics and nutrition. Students can specialise through majors including Football Performance, Health Promotion, Nutrition, Occupational Safety and Health, or Sport Business, and complete a practicum in their final year. The course provides a pathway to further study in areas such as clinical exercise physiology, dietetics, education and strength and conditioning coaching.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Year 1 covers Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2
- Lifespan Growth and Development
- Human Nutrition
- Biomechanics
- Foundations of Fitness and Training
- Functional Anatomy and Health Research Methodology. Year 2 introduces Principles and Practices of Resistance Training
- Exercise Physiology
- Exercise Delivery
- Motor Learning and Control
- and Psychology of Exercise and Health Behaviour
- alongside major
- minor or elective units. Year 3 includes Advanced Resistance Training
- an Exercise and Sports Science Practicum and Physical Activity and Health
- plus further major
- minor or elective units. Recommended electives cover areas such as football coaching
- sports injury prevention and management
- clinical exercise physiology
- exercise nutrition and pathophysiology. Total: 3 years full time or 6 years part time
- on campus at Joondalup
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Registered Nurse (Aged Care)ANZSCO 254412
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, assessed against ANMAC's standards.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Medical)ANZSCO 254418
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Mental Health)ANZSCO 254422
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Registered Nurse (Community Health)ANZSCO 254414
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Nurse PractitionerANZSCO 254411
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Requires advanced NMBA endorsement on top of standard registration.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
MidwifeANZSCO 254111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via ANMAC assessment and NMBA registration. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
PhysiotherapistANZSCO 252511
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Australian Physiotherapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Physiotherapy Council
Occupational TherapistANZSCO 252411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via an Occupational Therapy Council assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Occupational Therapy Council of Australia
DietitianANZSCO 251111
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via a Dietitians Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Dietitians Australia
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
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: an AQF Certificate IV, 0.25 EFTSL of prior study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider or equivalent, an Undergraduate Certificate, the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test, a University Preparation Course, the Indigenous University Orientation Course, or the Experience Based Entry Scheme. International applicants are assessed on secondary school results.
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