Foundations in Human Movement, Exercise and Sports Science

Course aim

This course will introduce students to the evolving discipline of human movement, exercise and sport science including its academic subdisciplines and how these relate to a range of professional roles, responsibilities and requirements.

Course content

Introduction to the human movement, exercise and sport science academic subdisciplines including exercise physiology, motor behaviour, sport and exercise psychology, and biomechanics. Evaluation of personal values and beliefs, and exploration of the current state of health, fitness, exercise and sport related industries, professions and professional qualification schemes (Australia and internationally) to guide the design of a comprehensive professional development plan

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Contribution, Portfolio, Professional plan, Report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4A)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.