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Undergraduate

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Key details

Duration

3 year/s full-time
6 year/s part-time
3 year/s full-time

Intake

Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Semester
On campus - Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Semester
Online - No
Important Dates

Locations

Casuarina campus, Online
Casuarina campus

Credit points required

240

Course code

WESS01
SATAC codes
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Overview

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is a professional degree that will prepare you for a wide range of careers in the rewarding and exciting field of sports science.

At CDU, you can study a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science 100% online or on campus*. You can choose to study part-time or full-time, and focus your studies with short, practical intensive units.

Learn about anatomy, physiology, psychology, exercise prescription and delivery, coaching, nutrition, physical assessment, and more.

You will choose from one of six majors:

  • Coaching
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Public Health
  • Sport Psychology
  • Rehabilitation, or
  • Sport Business and Management.

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science combines the best of theory and practice-based learning. You can complete placements close to your home (wherever you live in Australia), virtual-reality-based learning, and short on-campus intensive units in Darwin with industry bodies. You will also learn about important core concepts, the latest research and industry best-practice.

During the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, you can achieve shorter industry-recognised qualifications that count towards your degree and help you to start working in the sports and fitness industry before you graduate.

Most assessments for the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science are coursework and practice-based, and are completed during term semester, so you will sit few formal exams.

* Online study is only available to domestic students. International students are required to study on campus.

Practical Experience

As part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, you will complete two supervised practical placements. The first will be a general practical placement of 140 hours. The second will be a specialised placement of 140-280 hours, depending on your major.

You are not required to travel for your placement; it can be completed anywhere in the world. You'll choose your own supervisor (which must be a qualified sport or health professional) and a topic that interests you.

If you already have experience in the sport and exercise industry, you can apply for recognition of prior learning. Some or all of your work experience may be counted towards your required 140 hours of placement.

In addition to placement, you can also apply for learning broad programs and take part in short, practical intensive in Darwin (where you'll meet industry professionals, tour sporting facilities, complete practical training and simulations on campus, and work with athletes and the local community).



Professional recognition

As a graduate of this course you'll be eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA), Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) Fitness Australia, Sports Medicine Australia (SMA), Australian Health Promotion Association Australia (AHPA).

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Pathways

Pathways for VET to Higher Education

Guaranteed credit transfer arrangements are available to students commencing a bachelor degree at Charles Darwin University with completed Certificate IV, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree qualifications in the same field or discipline. Students who hold completed qualifications should refer to the additional information provided about Advanced Standing and Credit Transfer and Pathways using the links below:


Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education

For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education

Credit transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU

Credit transfers and advanced standing

Credit transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU

Fees

Commonwealth supported places

Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:

(a) be an Australian citizen, who will complete some of your course of study while resident in Australia; or

(b) a New Zealand citizen; or an Australian permanent visa holder; or an eligible former permanent humanitarian visa holder; who studies the entire course while living in Australia.

Further information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.

International tuition fees

The annual tuition fee for full time study in 2024 is AUD $32,352.00. This equates to $ $4,044.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL).
These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year.

You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia.

CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.

Emmanuel sitting in an exercise science class

Why study exercise & sport science at CDU?

Enter a growing industry as a qualified health professional when you study exercise and sport science with us. You'll develop an expert understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and be able to help your clients improve their health, prevent injury or enhance their physical performance. 

  • Pathway to physiotherapy
  • Unique focus on tropical, hot and humid conditions
  • Integrated with health, fitness and sporting agencies for work placements
  • Five-star university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
CDU student

Why study exercise and sport science at CDU?

Enter a growing industry as a qualified health professional when you study exercise and sport science with us. You'll develop an expert understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and be able to help your clients improve their health, prevent injury or enhance their physical performance.

  • Pathway to physiotherapy
  • Unique focus on tropical, hot and humid conditions
  • Integrated with health, fitness and sporting agencies for work placements
  • Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
Emmanuel sitting in an exercise science class

Why study exercise & sport science at CDU?

Enter a growing industry as a qualified health professional when you study exercise and sport science with us. You'll develop an expert understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and be able to help your clients improve their health, prevent injury or enhance their physical performance. 

  • Pathway to physiotherapy
  • Unique focus on tropical, hot and humid conditions
  • Integrated with health, fitness and sporting agencies for work placements
  • Five-star university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)
CDU student

Why study exercise and sport science at CDU?

Enter a growing industry as a qualified health professional when you study exercise and sport science with us. You'll develop an expert understanding of how the human body responds to exercise and be able to help your clients improve their health, prevent injury or enhance their physical performance.

  • Pathway to physiotherapy
  • Unique focus on tropical, hot and humid conditions
  • Integrated with health, fitness and sporting agencies for work placements
  • Five-star Australian university for graduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024)

What will I study?

The course consists of core and specialist elective units. A unique feature of the course is an industry placement in which you can develop your existing skills and learn new skills in a workplace setting. You can specialise in your chosen area of interest by selecting from one of the following majors 

Course structure

The course consists of core and specialist elective units. A unique feature of the course is an industry placement in which you can develop your existing skills and learn new skills in a workplace setting. You can specialise in your chosen area of interest by selecting from one of the following majors
 

  • Coaching
  • Strength and Conditioning
  • Public Health
  • Sport Psychology
  • Rehabilitation
  • Business and Management

 


A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 240 credit points as detailed below.  All units are valued at 10 credit points unless otherwise indicated. 
 

Unit typeCredit PointsSpecific requirements
Core Units 
(16 units)
160cpCompulsory Core units totalling 160 credit points as detailed below.  

HSC132 Introduction to Health Promotion 
SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1 
SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2 
SBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological Studies 
SPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise Prescription and Delivery (replaces SPE209) 
SPE120 Essentials in Health and Fitness 
HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A Sociological Introduction 
SPE205 Biomechanics and Movement Analysis 
SPE206 Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology 
SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and Development 
SPE212 Applied Coaching Principles across the Lifespan 
SPE261 Functional Anatomy (replaces SBI261) 
SPE313 General Practicum  
SPE309 Physiology of Sport and Exercise 
SPE320 Nutrition and Health 
SPE330 Physical Activity in Special Population 
 
Specialist Electives 
(7-9 units)
80cpSpecialist elective units totalling 80 credit points selected from one of the Majors below. 

Coaching (80 credit points) 
SPE331 Coaching Accreditation 
SPE351 Psychology and Sport 
SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercises 
SPE381 Physiological assessment of athletes 
SPE382 Periodisation of Training 
SPE405 Specialised Practicum 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units selected from any other major. Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 

Strength and Conditioning (80 credit points) 
SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercises 
SPE381 Physiological assessment of athletes 
SPE382 Periodisation of Training 
SPE383 Research Methodology 
SPE384 Research Data Collection and Interpretation 
SPE405 Specialised Practicum 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units selected from any other major. Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 

Public Health (80 credit points) 
HSC121 Australia's Policy and Health Care System 
HSC122 Foundations of Public Health 
HSC204 Chronic Conditions Management or HSC211 Mental Health and Wellbeing 
HSC312 Global and Environmental Health 
HSC318 Rural and Remote Health 
SPE405 Specialised Practicum 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units selected from any other major. Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 

Sport Psychology (80 credit points) 
PSY150 Introduction to Psychology A (replaced PSY140 2022) 
PSY151 Introduction to Psychology B (replaced PSY141 2022) 
PSY228 Neuroscience and Biological Bases of Behaviour (replaced PSY208 2022) 
AOD311 Counselling/ Interventions in Alcohol and Other Drugs Field (replaced AOD301 2022) 
SPE351 Psychology and Sport 
SPE405 Specialised Practicum 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units selected from any other major. Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 

Rehabilitation (80 credit points) 
SPE371 Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation 
SPE372 Cardiometabolic Rehabilitation 
SPE373 Neuromuscular Rehabilitation 
SPE374 Clinical Practicum (20cp) 
SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercises 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units selected from any other major. Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 

Business and Management (80 credit points) 
BUS303 Global Digital Enterprise 
MAN105 Introduction to Management 
MAN203 Comparative Management Systems 
SPE405 Specialised Practicum 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units below of which 10cp must be at 300 level: 
ACT205 Accounting for Managers 
BUS304 Evidence Based Strategy Creation 
BUS306 Contemporary Business Issues and Trends 
COM105 Business and Communication Skills 
ECO107 Economics for Managers 
ENT101 Entrepreneurship Fundamentals - Part A (5cp) AND ENT102 Entrepreneurship Fundamentals - Part B (5cp) 
LOG301 Logistics and Channel Management 
MKT308 Brand and Reputation Management 
PLUS 
20 credit points of units selected from any other major. Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 

Customised Selection (80 credit points) 
80 credit points of units selected from any other major. 
Students may also select from the units below: 
SPE130 Foundations of Sport Science and Coaching 
SPE230 Applied Science in Sport and Exercise 
SWK102 Communication Skills 
 
 240cpTotal Credit Points

Course Rules (unless otherwise indicated in the above course structure) (240cp)

  • A maximum of 100 credit points may be taken from 100 level units.
  • A minimum of 60 credit points must be taken from 300 level units or above.
  • See the Higher Education Course Rules (Award Requirements) in the Units and Courses Policy.

If course commenced prior to 2023: 
No more than 20 credit points shall be counted with a grade of "PC" in a Bachelor AQF Level 7 course award and no more than 10 credit points at "PC" may be received at the highest level of the program of learning.

 

COURSE CHANGES AND TRANSITIONAL ARRANGEMENTS - 2022 
Students that have completed the previous unit prior to 2022 should not complete the new replacement unit.

Previous Unit CodeNew Unit CodeNew Unit Title
AOD301AOD311Counselling/ Interventions in Alcohol and Other Drugs Field
PSY140PSY150Introduction to Psychology A
PSY141PSY151Introduction to Psychology B
PSY208PSY228Neuroscience and Biological Bases of Behaviour

 

Study plan


Students Commencing in Semester 1

The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 1 and enrolling in a standard full time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.

When designing an individual study plan: 
-   ensure Common Units are completed in the first year of study; 
-   maintain the basic order in which units are to be attempted; and 
-   check the assumed knowledge for each unit as some 200 and 300 level units assume you have completed foundation unit/s in the subject area at a lower level. 200 level units have the unit code which includes a number starting with 200 i.e. SBI261. 
 

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist Elective

 

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
HSC132 Introduction to Health PromotionCOSBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2CO
HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A Sociological IntroductionCOSPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise Prescription and DeliveryCO
SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1COSPE212 Applied Coaching Principles across the LifespanCO
SPE120 Essentials in Health and FitnessCOSPE261 Functional AnatomyCO
Year 2
SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and DevelopmentCOSBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological StudiesCO
SPE309 Physiology of Sport and ExerciseCOSPE205 Biomechanics and Movement Analysis (offered from 2022)CO
SPE320 Nutrition and HealthCOSPE206 Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology (offered from 2022)CO
SPE313 General PracticumCOSPE330 Physical Activity in Special PopulationCO
Year 3
Specialist Elective 1SESpecialist Elective 5SE
Specialist Elective 2SESpecialist Elective 6SE
Specialist Elective 3SESpecialist Elective 7SE
Specialist Elective 4SESpecialist Elective 8SE

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
COACHING

Year 3
SPE351 Psychology and SportSESPE331 Coaching accreditationSE
SPE381 Physiological assessment of athletesSESPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercisesSE
SPE382 Periodisation of trainingSESpecialist Elective 7*SE
Specialist Elective 4*SESPE405 Specialised PracticumSE

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Year 3
SPE381 Physiological Assessment of AthletesSESPE384 Research Data Collection and InterpretationSE
SPE382 Periodisation of TrainingSESPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercisesSE
SPE383 Research MethodologySESpecialist Elective 7*SE
Specialist Elective 4*SESPE405 Specialised Practicum SE

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
PUBLIC HEALTH

Year 3
HSC121 Australia's Policy and Health Care SystemSEHSC204 Chronic Conditions Management or HSC211 Mental Health WellbeingSE
HSC122 Foundations of Public HealthSEHSC318 Rural and Remote HealthSE
HSC312 Global and Environmental HealthSESpecialist Elective 7*SE
Specialist Elective 4*SESPE405 Specialised PracticumSE

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
SPORT PSYCHOLOGY

Year 3
PSY150 Introduction to Psychology A (replaced PSY140)SEPSY151 Introduction to Psychology B (replaced PSY141)SE
PSY228 Neuroscience and Biological Bases of Behaviour (replaced PSY208)SEAOD311 Counselling/Interventions in Alcohol and Other Drugs Field (replaced AOD301 )SE
SPE351 Psychology and SportSESpecialist Elective 7*SE
Specialist Elective 4*SESPE405 Specialised Practicum SE

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
REHABILITATION

Year 3
SPE371 Musculoskeletal RehabilitationSESPE373 Neuromuscular RehabilitationSE
SPE372 Cardiometabolic RehabilitationSESPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation, and corrective exercisesSE
Specialist Elective 3*SESPE374 Clinical Practicum (20cp)SE
Specialist Elective 4*SE

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

Year 3
BUS303 Global Digital EnterpriseSEBusiness Management ChoiceSE
MAN105 Introduction to ManagementSESpecialist Elective 6*SE
MAN203 Comparative Management SystemsSESpecialist Elective 7*SE
Business Management ChoiceSESPE405 Specialised Practicum SE

 

Students Commencing in Semester 2

The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in semester 2 and enrolling in a standard full time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.

When designing an individual study plan: 
-   ensure Common Units are completed in the first year of study; 
-   maintain the basic order in which units are to be attempted; and 
-   check the assumed knowledge for each unit as some 200 and 300 level units assume you have completed foundation unit/s in the subject area at a lower level. 200 level units have the unit code which includes a number starting with 200 i.e. SBI261.

 

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist Elective

For ALL Majors excl. Strength and Conditioning 
Note: Students undertaking the Strength and Conditioning Major should refer to the relevant study plan further down.

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1 (external only)CO
  SPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise Prescription and DeliveryCO
  SPE212 Applied Coaching Principles across the LifespanCO
  SPE261 Functional AnatomyCO
Year 2
HSC132 Introduction to Health PromotionCOSBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological StudiesCO
HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A Sociological IntroductionCOSPE205 Biomechanics and Movement Analysis (offered from 2022)CO
SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2 (external only)COSPE206 Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology (offered from 2022)CO
SPE120 Essentials in Health and FitnessCOSPE330 Physical Activity in Special PopulationCO
Year 3
SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and DevelopmentCOSpecialist Elective 1SE
SPE309 Physiology of Sport and ExerciseCOSpecialist Elective 2SE
SPE320 Nutrition and HealthCOSpecialist Elective 3SE
SPE313 General PracticumCOSpecialist Elective 4SE
Year 4
Specialist Elective 5SE  
Specialist Elective 6SE  
Specialist Elective 7SE  
Specialist Elective 8SE  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
COACHING

Year 3
  SPE331 Coaching accreditationSE
  SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercisesSE
  Specialist Elective 3*SE
  Specialist Elective 4*SE
Year 4
SPE351 Psychology and SportSE  
SPE381 Physiological Assessment of AthletesSE  
SPE382 Periodisation of TrainingSE  
SPE405 Specialised PracticumSE  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
PUBLIC HEALTH

Year 3
  HSC204 Chronic Conditions Management or HSC211 Mental Health WellbeingSE
  HSC318 Rural and Remote HealthSE
  Specialist Elective 3*SE
  Specialist Elective 4*SE
Year 4
HSC121 Australia's Policy and Health Care SystemSE  
HSC122 Foundations of Public HealthSE  
HSC312 Global and Environmental HealthSE  
SPE405 Specialised PracticumSE  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
SPORT PSYCHOLOGY

Year 3
  PSY151 Introduction to Psychology B (replaced PSY141)SE
  AOD311 Counselling/Interventions in Alcohol and Other Drugs Field (replaced AOD301 )SE
  Specialist Elective 3*SE
  Specialist Elective 4*SE
Year 4
PSY150 Introduction to Psychology A (replaced PSY140)SE  
PSY228 Neuroscience and Biological Bases of Behaviour (replaced PSY208)SE  
SPE351
Psychology and Sport
SE  
SPE405 Specialised PracticumSE  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
REHABILITATION

Year 3
  SPE373 Neuromuscular RehabilitationSE
  SPE376 Sport injuries, prevention, rehabilitation and corrective exercisesSE
  Specialist Elective 3*SE
  Specialist Elective 4*SE
Year 4
SPE371 Musculoskeletal RehabilitationSE  
SPE372 Cardiometabolic RehabilitationSE  
SPE374  Clinical Practicum (20cp)SE  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT

Year 3
  Business Management ChoiceSE
  Business Management ChoiceSE
  Specialist Elective 3*SE
  Specialist Elective 4*SE
Year 4
BUS303 Global Digital EnterpriseSE  
MAN105 Introduction to ManagementSE  
MAN203 Comparative Management SystemsSE  
SPE405 Specialised PracticumSE  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Major: 
STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Semester 1Semester 2
Year 1
  SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1 (external only)CO
  SPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise Prescription and DeliveryCO
  SPE212 Applied Coaching Principles across the LifespanCO
  SPE261 Functional AnatomyCO
Year 2
HSC132 Introduction to Health PromotionCOSBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological StudiesCO
HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A Sociological IntroductionCOSPE205 Biomechanics and Movement Analysis (offered from 2022)CO
SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2 (external only)COSPE206 Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology (offered from 2022)CO
SPE120 Essentials in Health and FitnessCOSPE330 Physical Activity in Special PopulationCO
Year 3
SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and DevelopmentCOSPE384 Research Data Collection and InterpretationCO
SPE309 Physiology of Sport and ExerciseCOSPE376 Sports Injuries, Prevention, Rehabilitation and Corrective ExercisesCO
SPE383 Research MethodologySESpecialist Elective 3*SE
SPE313 General PracticumCOSpecialist Elective 4*SE
Year 4
SPE320 Nutrition and HealthCO  
SPE381 Physiological Assessment of AthletesCO  
SPE382 Periodisation of TrainingCO  
SPE405 Specialised PracticumCO  

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

Students Commencing in Summer Semester

The Recommended Study Plan provided below is suitable for a student commencing in Summer Semester and enrolling in a standard full time load. Students entering this course with advanced standing, or wishing to vary their study plan due to work, personal, financial or other reasons should use the table as a guide to create an individual study plan.

When designing an individual study plan: 
-   ensure Common Units are completed in the first year of study; 
-   maintain the basic order in which units are to be attempted; and 
-   check the assumed knowledge for each unit as some 200 and 300 level units assume you have completed foundation unit/s in the subject area at a lower level. 200 level units have the unit code which includes a number starting with 200 i.e. SBI261. 
 

Legend:CO = Core UnitSE = Specialist Elective

 

Semester 1Semester 2Summer Semester
Year 1
    HSC132 Introduction to Health PromotionCO
    SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1CO
    HSC220 Society, Culture and Health: A Sociological IntroductionCO
    SWK102 Communication SkillsSE
Year 2
SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and DevelopmentCOSPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise Prescription and DeliveryCO  
SBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2COSPE212 Applied Coaching Principles across the LifespanCO  
SPE120 Essentials in Health and FitnessCOSPE261 Functional AnatomyCO  
Specialist Elective 2SESPE205 Biomechanics and Movement AnalysisCO  
Year 3
SPE313 General PracticumCOSBI209 Design and Analysis of Biological StudiesCO  
SPE309 Physiology of Sport and ExerciseCOSPE206 Health, Exercise and Sport PsychologyCO  
SPE320 Nutrition and HealthCOSPE330 Physical Activity in Special PopulationCO  
Specialist Elective 3SESpecialist Elective 4SE  
Year 4
Specialist Elective 5SE    
Specialist Elective 6SE    
Specialist Elective 7SE    
Specialist Elective 7SE    

*Specialist elective units SPE130 and SPE230 are only offered in Intensive Period 4 (INT-4).

 

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

Admission requirements are met by one of the following:

  • Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent) and the awarding of an Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR) of at least 60*.
  • Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
  • Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma.
  • Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications.
  • Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 140.
  • Successful completion of the Tertiary Enabling Program, the Preparation for Tertiary Success courses, or other recognised tertiary preparation course.
  • Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
  • Defence members with service of 1 year or more at the following ranks (or higher) meet the academic entry requirement for this course:
    • Navy: Seaman, Able Seaman, Leading Seaman
    • Air Force: Aircraftmen/Aircraftwoman, Leading Aircraftman/Aircraftwoman, Corporal
    • Army: Private, Lance Corporal, Corporal
  • Current School Leaver Pathways:
    • Best of 3 Year 12 subject grades
    • School recommendation program

* After any applicable adjustment factors have been applied.

International entry pathway

International applicants who have completed the CDU Foundation Studies Program and achieved a minimum mark of 65% in the Foundation English units A and B are eligible to apply.

Essential requirements

Criminal History Check

If you are undertaking a course with clinical or fieldwork placements you must demonstrate compliance with the requirements. It is your responsibility to ensure that the correct documentation is obtained prior to the start of your placements. A national and/or international police check and a current Working with Children check is required regarding suitability to undertake clinical/fieldwork placements.

English language requirements

To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency requirements for their chosen course of study. From 2025 ALL applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application. For further details on the English requirements for CDU courses, please refer to CDU English Language Proficiency Policy.

DOMESTIC STUDENTS   
English language proficiency requirements - Domestic students

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS   
English language proficiency requirements - International students   
Course specific English language proficiency requirements for International students are included below.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

CDU English for Academic Purposes 3 (ZEAP30)Successful completion of EAP003 English for Academic Purposes 3
IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)A minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0.
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)A minimum overall score of 169, with no skill below 169.
Common European Framework Certificate of English ProficiencyA minimum overall grade of B2.
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic moduleA minimum overall score of 50 with no score lower than 50.
TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)A minimum overall score of 60 and a minimum writing score of 21.

* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.

Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
 

ATAR profile

The following table represents the ATAR and selection rank profile for applicants offered a place on the basis of their ATAR in semester 1, 2023

ATAR based offers onlyATAR
(excluding adjustment factors)
Selection Rank
(ATAR plus any adjustment factors)
Lowest rank to receive an offer 51.10 60.85
Median rank to receive an offer 65.60 72.40
Highest rank to receive an offer 90.75 95.25

Notes
"<5" indicates less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.

It is a privilege really; to be able to ride my bike for a living, and to still be able to study a degree online at the same time. To have the flexibility of picking up my laptop and studying my sport science degree wherever and whenever was always going to be essential for me.

Jacob Schmid

CDU student

Jacob Schmid racing on his indoor bike

CDU is the best place to study. The environment is good, students and lecturers are very friendly and caring. They want everyone to achieve their goal.

Merita

CDU student

Merita Menzies 2

It is a privilege really; to be able to ride my bike for a living, and to still be able to study a degree online at the same time. To have the flexibility of picking up my laptop and studying my sport science degree wherever and whenever was always going to be essential for me.

Jacob Schmid

CDU student

Jacob Schmid racing on his indoor bike

CDU is the best place to study. The environment is good, students and lecturers are very friendly and caring. They want everyone to achieve their goal.

Merita

CDU student

Merita Menzies 2

Course details

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the University in accordance with the Higher Education Standards.

Inherent Requirements

There are inherent requirements for this course. Students must read and understand the requirements for this course.

Australian qualification framework

This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 7.

Student profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students that commenced this course and passed the census date in Semester 1, 2023.

Applicant background (Semester one intake 2023)No. of Students% of all Students
A. Higher education study
(includes a bridging or enabling course)
32 .0
B. Vocational education and training (VET) study 20 .0
C. Work and life experience
(Admitted on the basis of previous achievement not in the other three categories)
6 .0
D. Recent secondary education
  • Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR

(regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points)

8 .0
  • Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered

(e.g. portfolio, audition, extra offer conditional on minimum ATAR)

<5N/P
  • Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor

(e.g. special consideration, audition alone, schools recommendation scheme with no minimum ATAR requirement)

<5N/P
International students<5N/P
All students 66 .0

Notes
"<5" - the number of students is less than 5
N/A - Students not accepted in this category
N/P - Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students.

Additional information

Can offers be deferred?
Yes
Award
Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
Faculty/College
Faculty of Health
Sector
HE
Area of study
Exercise and Sport Science, Health, Allied Health Sciences

Contact details

For further information about the course, enrolment procedures, closing dates and other administrative issues please contact Student Central on:

Email:Student.Central@cdu.edu.auPhone:1800 061 963 (free call)

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

You make CDU

Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.

You make CDU

Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.

How to apply

There are many ways to apply to CDU. The method you use depends on your course type, where you live and whether you are a new or returning student to CDU.

Remember to apply early for your best chance at securing an offer to study with us.

SATAC

SATAC is the application channel for residents of NT, ACT, SA, WA, QLD, VIC, NSW or TAS.

MyNextCourse

Direct applications are available to students who have completed a CDU or BIITE course at a Certificate III level or higher. Most CDU and BIITE enabling programs are also accepted through this process.

International applications

Applications must be submitted online through our application portal, Studylink. You'll need a valid email address to create your online account. Once you have started your application, you will be able to save it and resume it later. There is no application fee when you apply online.

You may be able to lodge a direct application; however, there may be restrictions on your geographic location. If you cannot submit a direct application via the application portal, please apply through one of our registered agents.

Apply through StudyLink or through an Agent.

International applicants currently studying year 12 in Australia should apply via SATAC.

If you do not meet any of the criteria above please visit Pathways to study to view the options available to you.

SATAC codes

Location
SATAC Code
Casuarina campus (CSP)
104851
Online (CSP)
104851
* CSP = Commonwealth supported place
FF = Full fee

CRICOS codes

Location
CRICOS Code
Casuarina campus
060254C

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