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Exercise, Sports and Rehabilitation Science
Bachelor of Science (Exercise, Sports and Rehabilitation Science) - BSc(Curtin) - 314163
Health SciencesExercise science and rehabilitation professionals have a key role in maintaining individual and community health. They may work in areas related to sport and excercise programs, or in contributing to restoring people's health and assisting people with disabilities.
What the course involves:
In the Bachelor of Science (Exercise, Sports and Rehabilitation Science), you will study a combination of theoretical and practical subjects. The first year is interprofessional, and you will explore:
- foundations of anatomy
- structure and function of the human body
- psychology
- health and health behaviours.
In your second year you enter either the Exercise and Sports Science major or the Rehabilitation Science major.
Exercise and Sports Science
This major is devoted to an intensive study of:
- exercise and sports physiology
- biomechanics
- motor control
- motor learning and skill acquisition,
- exercise and sports psychology.
You can develop your practical skills in laboratory and field settings.
Rehabilitation Science
This major involves an intensive study of the development of abilities in special populations, where rehabilitation approaches and services are available. Topics of study include:
- healthy communities
- community-based rehabilitation
- rehabilitation and trauma
- mental health
- ageing.
In both majors, emphasis is placed on professional development and strong interpersonal communication skills, which are attributes of client-centred practice and will help you to develop your critical thinking and problem- solving skills.
Options within the course structure enable you to pursue your different interests, for example in areas such as business, education, nutrition, health promotion and psychology.
If you complete the requirements of the Exercise and Sports Science Major you will graduate with the award title Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science). If you complete the requirements of the Rehabilitation Science Major you will graduate with the award title Bachelor of Science (Rehabilitation Science).
- In the Exercise and Sports Science major, you can work with individuals, teams and other groups in assessing physical abilities, designing and implementing training programs, and in performance evaluation.
- In the Rehabilitation Science major, you can work with individuals and groups to assess rehabilitation needs, and the accessibility and provision of rehabilitation services, in a range of client settings.
Professional recognition
The course intends to submit an application for accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia.
Credit for previous study
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Try our RPL search to find out what credit you might be eligible for.
How this course will make you industry ready
This course emphasises professional development and teaches strong interpersonal communication skills, which are key attributes of client-centred practice. The course balances theory with work-integrated learning, and is designed to make graduates industry ready.
Units
Current students: Please refer to the Handbook's full course structure when enrolling.
Credits needed to graduate: 600
| Core units | Hrs/Wk | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Evidence Informed Health Practice 130 | 2.0 | 25.0 |
| Exercise Science for Health 100 | 4.5 | 25.0 |
| Foundations for Professional Health Practice 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| Functional Anatomy 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| Health and Health Behaviour 130 | 3.0 | 12.5 |
| Health, Activity and Rehabilitation 100 | 4.5 | 25.0 |
| Human Structure and Function 100 | 4.0 | 25.0 |
| Indigenous Cultures and Health 130 | 2.0 | 12.5 |
| Introduction to Psychology 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 |
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Entry requirements:
Indicative TER (ATAR)
This figure provides an indication of the TER (ATAR) normally required to enter this course. It is provided as a guide only.
STAT entry
The Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) assesses competencies considered important for success at uni. These tests are provided by the Tertiary Institutions Service Centre (TISC) to help mature age candidates apply for certain courses.
Mature age entry:
Essential WACE courses:
At least English 2A/2B, Literature 2A/2B or English as an Additional Language/Dialect 2A/2B
Other requirements:
Before entry to the Exercise and Sports Science major (Year 2), you must hold swimming qualifications to Bronze Medallion standard (or equivalent) and a Senior First Aid Certificate (or equivalent).
Note: Participation is obligatory in laboratory classes that require appropriate disrobing when acting as a client in a peer group, and physically manipulating peers and clients including lifting, supporting and moving people.
Please refer to the following statement s before applying for this course:
Where:
Bentley
When:
February
How:
Full-time or part-time
Study:
On-campus
Duration:
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Fees (indicative first year only):
*The fees above reflect the indicative cost of the first year of this course when taken on a full-time basis. They apply to new students in 2013 only. These fees may vary depending on the units you choose and do not include incidental fees (such as lab coats or art supplies) or the cost of your textbooks - visit other fees and charges for more information.
For more information on fees and to determine your eligibility for HECS-HELP or FEE-HELP, please visit fee basics or the Study Assist website. If you're not an Australian citizen, permanent resident or New Zealand citizen, please see information for international students.
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This course is not currently available for international students but we're hoping it will be soon. We'll update this page as soon as we can so please check back soon.
2013 entry requirements:
Minimum English language entry requirements:
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.5 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
|---|---|
| 90 | Internet based (22 in each section) |
Those applying from certain countries (such as China, India and Vietnam) will need to achieve a required level in the IELTS test in order to be issued with a student visa by the Australian Government.
These are only some of the ways you can prove your English
Results from IELTS and TOEFL are valid for two years.
Minimum academic entry requirements
Please refer to the following statements before applying for this course:
Where:
Bentley
When:
February
How:
Full-time
Study:
On-campus
Duration:
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Fees for 2013:
| International onshore - fee paying | |
|---|---|
| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $15,050 |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $30,100 |
| Total indicative course fee | $97,100 |
| Indicative essential incidental course fee | $0 |
*The indicative fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. For information about fees at other locations please visit Curtin International's offshore site.
2014 entry requirements:
Minimum English language entry requirements:
| IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System) | |
|---|---|
| Writing | 6.0 |
| Speaking | 6.0 |
| Reading | 6.0 |
| Listening | 6.0 |
| Overall band score | 6.0 |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | |
|---|---|
| 550 | paper based |
| 80 | Internet based (20 in each section) |
Those applying from certain countries (such as China, India and Vietnam) will need to achieve a required level in the IELTS test in order to be issued with a student visa by the Australian Government.
These are only some of the ways you can prove your English
Results from IELTS and TOEFL are valid for two years.
Minimum academic entry requirements
Please refer to the following statements before applying for this course:
Where:
Bentley
When:
February
How:
Full-time
Study:
On-campus
Duration:
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Fees for 2014:
| International onshore - fee paying | |
|---|---|
| Offer letter (100 credit) published fee | $15,850 |
| Indicative year 1 fee | $31,800 |
| Total indicative course fee | $104,100 |
| Indicative essential incidental course fee | $60 |
*The indicative fees shown above apply to international students studying on-campus in Western Australia. For information about fees at other locations please visit Curtin International's offshore site.
This page was last updated on 28 September 2012
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