Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Applied Human Performance Science
ProviderThe University of Western AustraliaCourse overview
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Applied Human Performance Science
Our Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences will provide you with knowledge and skills required for a successful career in the sport, exercise and health industries. You'll learn to apply theoretical knowledge to develop and deliver exercise-based interventions for fitness, health and wellbeing, and performance.
The Master of Applied Human Performance Science aims to improve the knowledge, understanding and practical skills of practitioners currently, or prospectively working in the human performance industry. You'll learn to apply scientific principles and techniques to improve human performance using the latest sport science knowledge.
Career opportunities: Athletics Coach, Exercise Scientist, Performance Consultant, Sports, Health and Fitness Coach
Why study this course at UWA
- Understand how sport and exercise play a vital part in a human's general health and performance
- UWA is ranked 1st in WA and 5th in Australia for Sports-Related Subjects (QS 2025)
- Help tackle our biggest health challenges by understanding the effects of physical activity on human health and performance.
You'll learn to
- demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical and technical knowledge with depth in the discipline of Sport and Exercise Sciences
- apply well-developed cognitive, creative and communication skills in diverse contexts
- develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed in areas such as sport management and delivery, and in service delivery which is essential for athlete preparation and specialised fitness industries.
Accreditation
The Sport Science, Exercise and Health major (MJD-SEHDM) in any course leading to a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences or Bachelor of Philosophy is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates will be eligible to apply as an accredited exercise scientist.
Entry requirements
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IB Diploma
28-30If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.
Past Offers
Current-course cases first, supplemented by same-institution scored cases.
Course curriculum
Course structure, credit points and subject sequence
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References
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