Computer Science

Description

This course provides foundation knowledge and understanding in the biophysical sciences (e.g. anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, etc.), before further study on the acute and chronic neuromuscular, metabolic and cardiorespiratory responses to physical activity and exercise.

Core technical and analytical skills are developed in the areas of exercise testing, movement analysis and exercise prescription, in addition to study in psychology and behaviour modification. In the final trimester of study, students normally complete 140 hours of practicum experience in health, fitness or sport related industries, where prior learning is consolidated. Graduates gain expertise in the measurement and analysis of exercise capacity, and in the design and implementation of exercise interventions for apparently healthy individuals, including elite and recreational athletes.

Please note: this course was previously known as Bachelor of Exercise Science.

Career Opportunities

Examples include: Strength and conditioning coach, sports scientist, personal trainer, health and wellbeing consultant/educator, cardiac/respiratory/sleep science technician, health and safety officer, and rehabilitation advisor

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline You are advised to apply as early as possible Tuition fee

• EUR 14770 Year (National)
• EUR 14770 Year (International)

Start date February,June,October 2015 Credits 144
Duration full-time 36 months Languages Take an IELTS test

• English

Delivery mode Online Educational variant Part-time, Full-time Intensity Flexible Attendance No Attendance Teacher support Continuous support with feedback on request

Course Content

Course Aims

This course aims to provide a range of learning experiences to develop the core knowledge and skills across the sub disciplines of exercise and sports science as identified by Exercise and Sports Science Australia. This includes, but is not limited to, biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control/learning, exercise and sport psychology, human nutrition/development/health and exercise testing and prescription for health and performance.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

demonstrate a broad knowledge of the principles and concepts underlying the sub-disciplines of exercise and sports science;

use scientific literacy to discover and explain the relationships between exercise, athletic performance and health;

design and implement safe and effective physical activity interventions to improve athletic performance, improve general health and prevent injury and/or disease; and

provide evidence based services in individual and team environments that adhere to safety guidelines and ethical frameworks.

Graduate Attributes

Knowledge of a Discipline

Graduates will understand ways of scientific thinking and the nature of exercise and sports science as a broad discipline. They will also have specialized knowledge in at least one sub-disciplinary area of exercise science.

Communication Skills

Graduates will be able to communicate scientific results, information, or arguments, to a range of audiences, and for a range of purposes.

Global Perspectives

Graduates will understand, and be able to articulate, aspects of the place and importance of exercise and sports science in the local and global community.

Information Literacy

Graduates will also be able to synthesize and evaluate information from a range of sources, using a range of technologies.

Life-Long Learning

Graduates will be able to take personal responsibility for lifelong learning by demonstrating a capacity for self-directed, evidence based learning.

Problem Solving

Graduates will be able to investigate and solve problems by using recognized principles of exercise and sports science, and appropriate practical techniques and tools. Also, by formulating hypotheses, collecting valid and reliable data, and incorporating quantitative evidence into arguments.

Social Responsibility

Graduates will be able to take social responsibility by recognizing the relevant ethical frameworks within which science is practised and show a capacity for working responsibly and safely in both individual and team environments.

Team Work

Graduates will have an awareness of the need to function effectively as members or leaders of scientific or multidisciplinary teams.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

For direct admission into undergraduate courses offered by the University of New England, international applicants must have completed an educational qualification considered to be at least equivalent to completion of Year 12 in Australia.

A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).

Assumed knowledge is English and Mathematics and recommended study is Biology, Chemistry, Physics and/or Health and Physical Education.

International students must meet the University's English language requirements.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

• Academic Excellence Scholarship

  "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

• Alumni Study Travel Fund

  Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

  The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than University of New England.