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ADVANCE HUMAN HEALTH
Learn about the science that underpins physical activity and exercise, and how it can be used to design, implement and evaluate exercise programs. Gain valuable practical and hands on experience through having access to state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated exercise and sport science labs, as well as sports venues.
Areas of study you can choose from include biometrics, exercise physiology, exercise prescription, motor control and sports psychology. This course will also give you the professional skills you need to deliver high-quality care, with 140 hours of work placements.
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Why study Sport and Exercise Science?
Western’s Sport and Exercise Science program equips you for the important work of advancing human health.
With a Bachelor of Health Science (Health and Physical Education), you can explore challenging areas of personal development, like youth health issues, sexuality, drugs, psychology and risk-taking behaviours.
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Course Frequently Asked Questions
This course is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (Exercise Science).
Yes, you will spend 140 hours in work placements in your third year.
Graduates of this degree are eligible for further accreditations in Exercise Physiology or High-Performance Sport (accredited Sport Scientist); or pursue career paths in the fields of strength and conditioning, rehabilitation, health, or research.
Yes, across a diverse range of areas, including physical activity, exercise and health promotion, sport coaching, psychology, sport management, and capacity building through community projects. Take what you learn in the classroom and apply it in the real world, with up to 200 hours of work placements in your third year of study.
Graduates can pursue a range of roles within professional sport organisations, community engagement teams, state and national sporting organisations and not-for-profit sport for social change agencies.
The Academy
Unique to Western Sydney University and established in 2015, The Academy offers high potential students opportunities to gain the intellectual and practical skills needed in today’s ever-changing world.
The Academy provides extension-level academic development, community-engaged service learning opportunities, international and national experiences, and a range of professional and personal development workshops.
HSC True Reward Early Offer Program
The HSC True Reward early offer program gives school leavers much needed peace of mind, providing an early offer into most courses at Western Sydney University based on Year 11 or Year 12 subject results.
Applications are now open to receive an early offer to begin in 2023.
Life at Western
As a student at Western, you become part of a dynamic, thriving and culturally rich community. There are plenty of opportunities to stay engaged, socialise and have some fun! See everything Western has to offer from Accommodation, Campus Life, Scholarships, Student Support Services and more.
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