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Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, Bachelor of Psychology (Counselling and Interpersonal Skills)

Degree Level Undergraduate

International students

Start date
February

Campus
Magill
City East

Duration
4 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
IBXP

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 31,900 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2023

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS total [6.5]
  • IELTS reading [6.5]
  • IELTS writing [6.5]
  • IELTS speaking [6.5]
  • IELTS listening [6.5]
Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
094937F

  • Entry requirements

    Admission criteria

    The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

    Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

    Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:

    Recent secondary education
    Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
    AND

    • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
    • Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
    • Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points

    Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.

    OR
    Higher education study

    • Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
    • Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above

    OR
    Vocational Education and Training (VET)

    • Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Diploma level or above

    OR
    Work and life experience

    • Qualify for Special Entry, or
    • Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
    • Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past

    Essential requirements for admission

    Prerequisites

    None

    Assumed Knowledge

    None

    English language entry requirements

    In addition to meeting academic entry requirements, international students who speak English as a second or additional language must also meet the University's English language entry requirements. The minimum language requirements for this program are:
    English language test
    • IELTS total [6.5]
    • IELTS reading [6.5]
    • IELTS writing [6.5]
    • IELTS speaking [6.5]
    • IELTS listening [6.5]
    Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

    Admission Requirements by Country

    Nepal NEB3.21
    Bangladesh HSC5
    Canada High School (OSSD)85
    Eynesbury FSP410
    German Abitur2.5
    India (best 4)80
    Kenya KCSE (average)A
    Malaysia STPM (best 3)12
    Malaysia UEC22
    Norway GPA5
    Pakistan HSSC90
    Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)12
    Sweden GPA17.5
    UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board12
    Vietnam9.5
    Australia90
    IB (best 6)33
    USA SAT (1600)1420
    HKDSE20
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Aim

The program prepares graduates to improve the health, fitness and wellbeing of the community and qualifies individuals who apply a broad and coherent knowledge of psychological science. In the field of Exercise and Sport Science, graduates are prepared for work providing counselling to athletes, enhanced rehabilitation services and enhancing the physical health and mental wellbeing of the population. It opens up opportunities for graduates pursuing a teaching career to teach Science and Psychology at secondary level.

This double degree can form the first part of a pathway to becoming a practising psychologist (including sports psychologist) with further study in the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours), and the first part of a pathway to teaching with further study in the Master of Teaching.

Content & Structure

This 144 unit program is equivalent to four years of full-time study. Students complete a set of eight Exercise and Sport Science courses from the Human Movement program. Students also study an additional 11 core Human Movement courses. Students must complete 13 core Psychological Science courses.

What courses you'll study

Course name Area and cat no. Units Reference  
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Human Anatomy 100 HLTH 1020 4.5
Foundations in Human Movement, Exercise and Sports Science HLTH 1039 4.5
Physiology Essentials 100 BIOL 1051 4.5
Psychology 1A BEHL 1003 4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Group and Team Psychology HLTH 1017 4.5
Motor Development and Ageing HLTH 1065 4.5
Functional Anatomy HLTH 1045 4.5
Psychology 1B BEHL 1004 4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise Physiology 1 HLTH 2006 4.5
Human Nutrition HLTH 2001 4.5
Foundations of Physical Activity and Health HLTH 1044 4.5
Counselling Foundations BEHL 1022 4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences HLTH 1049 4.5
Exercise Physiology 2 HLTH 2005 4.5
Biological and Learning Psychology BEHL 2012 4.5
Social and Community Psychology BEHL 2006 4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise Delivery HLTH 2027 4.5
Motor Control and Learning HLTH 2026 4.5
Counselling Skills BEHL 2013 4.5
Cognitive Psychology BEHL 3002 4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology HLTH 3014 4.5 Note(s): 1,2
Exercise Prescription HLTH 3011 4.5
Biomechanics of Human Movement HLTH 2025 4.5
Counselling Interventions BEHL 3018 4.5
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Applied Exercise and Sport Science HLTH 3053 4.5
Developmental Psychology BEHL 3011 4.5
Specialist Psychology Course 2 4.5 Note(s): 1,2
Professional Practice in Exercise Science HLTH 3054 4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Sociology of Health, Physical Activity and Sport HLTH 3055 4.5
Clinical and Abnormal Psychology BEHL 3004 4.5
Personality Psychology BEHL 3024 4.5
Specialist Psychology Course 3 4.5 Note(s): 1,2
SPECIALIST PSYCHOLOGY COURSES
Advanced Research Methods BEHL 3005 4.5 Note(s): 3
Exploring the History and Foundations of Psychology BEHL 3037 4.5
Psychophysiology of Sleep BEHL 3029 4.5
Health Psychology BEHL 3012 4.5
Conservation Psychology BEHL 3022 4.5
Language, Context and Social Behaviour BEHL 3023 4.5
Work and Organisational Psychology BEHL 3008 4.5
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    Rules

    1. To undertake field/clinical placements students are required to have current criminal history and screening checks as published by the Clinical Placement Unit (unisa.edu.au/CPU). These checks will list disclosable court outcomes that may prevent field / clinical placement involvement and subsequently may prevent completion of the program.

    2. Students must have a 'Provide First Aid Certificate', Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR) and Child Safe Environments training certificate, prior to the commencement of any field placement.

    3. The program requires participation in practical classes where manual skills are practiced. Essential learning activities in some classes may require that students partially remove their clothing to a level that is appropriate to the learning activity. Students may also be asked to act as subjects for their peer group members. If a student is unable to meet these requirements they may be at risk of being unable to successfully complete course objectives and assessments and progress through the program.

    4. Students who do not maintain continuous enrolment in this program after commencing work integrated learning placements, or are returning from a period of absence of more than 12 months after the 2nd year in the program will be required to undertake a competency assessment and/or recency training at an upfront cost, in addition to the program tuition fees. This is to ensure students have maintained competency in the required skills to protect the safety of the public during work integrated learning arrangements.

    Notes

    1. Specialist Psychology Courses are offered subject to student demand and staff availability.

    2. This course is Specialist Psychology Course 1.

    3. Students planning to apply for an Honours in Psychology year, either at UniSA or at another Australian university, must select and successfully complete the Specialist Psychology Course, BEHL 3005 Advanced Research Methods.

Professional accreditation and recognition

This program is accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates satisfy the academic requirements and are eligible to apply for registration as an Accredited Exercise Scientist through ESSA. Requirements for registration as determined by ESSA are available on their website.

This program is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council.

Program Director

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Contact us

Australian students

Phone: +61 8 8302 2376
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

International students

Phone: +61 8 9627 4854
Enquiry: unisa.edu.au/enquiry

For further information please visit unisa.edu.au/study
Information correct at the time of publication. CRICOS provider number 00121B.
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