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Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sports Nutrition) - Queensland University of Technology |
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TEL: 0207 193 7932
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| QTAC code: | | 425302 |
| | Domestic entry: | | February |
| | Past OP cut-off: | | 13 |
| | Past rank cut-off: | | 74 |
| | Assumed knowledge: | | English (4, SA), Maths B (4, SA), and Chemistry (4, SA) |
| | Preparatory studies: | | MATHS: QUT unit Preparatory Mathematics as a visiting student or QUT Continuing Professional Education course Mathematics Bridging. CHEMISTRY: QUT unit Introductory Chemistry as a visiting student or QUT Continuing Professional Chemistry Bridging. ENGLISH: Successful completion of a year of full-time vocational or tertiary study. |
| | OP Guarantee: | | Yes |
| | CRICOS code: | | 047456B |
| | International fees: | | 2009: $10,750 per semester (indicative)
(per semester, subject to annual review) |
| | International entry: | | February |
| | Course duration (full-time): | | 3 Years |
| | Total credit points: | | 288 |
| | Standard credit points/full-time semester: | | 48 |
| | Campus: | | Kelvin Grove |
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Overview
This three-year degree course combines the complementary areas of human movement studies and nutrition.
Why choose this course?
This degree will provide you with a foundation for a career in the exercise, health, fitness and nutrition industries.
The degree also provides you with a range of practical experience, including 100 hours of work experience (practicum) in the third year. This is a valuable opportunity for you to gain hands-on experience in the industry. You can work in fitness centres, sports ssociations and other related organisations.
Career options
Graduates may find employment in the area of nutrition as well as in a range of health and fitness settings such as community services, the health and fitness industry and local and state government.
Graduates are not qualified as dietitians or exercise physiologists.
Other course requirements
blue cardAs required by the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act (2000), students must undergo a criminal history check and be issued with a Blue Card before commencing clinical practice/field experience/practicum in an organisation where they may work with children or young people.
additional costsThere are additional costs associated with this course including the purchase of the practicum shirt (approximately $50), the attainment of a current First Aid Certificate prior to the commencement of third year. Attendance at the orientation camp is highly recommended though not compulsory (approximately $115).
Course Structure
| Code | Title | | Year 1, Semester 1 | | HMB171 | Fitness Health and Wellness | | HMB313 | Socio-Cultural Foundations of Physical Activity | | LSB131 | Anatomy | | PUB474 | Food Science | | Year 1, Semester 2 | | LSB231 | Physiology | | SCB111 | Chemistry 1 | | PUB201 | Food and Nutrition | | PYB012 | Psychology | | Year 2, Semester 1 | | HMB271 | Foundations of Motor Control, Learning and Development | | HMB277 | Exercise and Sport Nutrition | | HMB274 | Functional Anatomy | | PUB341 | Nutrition Education | | Year 2, Semester 2 | | HMB272 | Biomechanics | | HMB275 | Exercise and Sport Psychology | | HMB273 | Exercise Physiology 1 | | SCB121 | Chemistry 2 | | Year 3, Semester 1 | | HMB382 | Principles of Exercise Prescription | | HMB471 | Project 1 | | LSB308 | | | PUB509 | Nutrition | | Year 3, Semester 2 | | HMB470 | Practicum 1 | | PUB405 | Nutrition Science | | PUB501 | Applied Counselling for Health Professionals | | PUB875 | Professional Practice |
Potential careers
Exercise Physiologist
Nutritionist/Dietitian
Sports Scientist
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