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Bachelor of Health Science (Nutrition and Exercise)

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
January
March
June
September

Campus
Online

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
Online

Program Code
XBNE

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 27,100 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

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
This program is not available to students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa

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:

Higher education study

Successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider

OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

OR
Work and life experience (for domestic students only)

Passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience, or
Completed a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Qualify for Special Entry

OR
Recent secondary education

Completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 or international qualification

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

Kenya KCSE (average)	B
Bangladesh HSC	3.5
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	6
Canada High School (OSSD)	60
Malaysia UEC	32
Eynesbury FSP	310
Pakistan HSSC	75
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	6
Sweden GPA	12.5
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	6
Vietnam	7
Australia	65
IB (best 6)	26
USA SAT (1600)	1050
India (best 4) Central Board	60
HKDSE	15
Nepal NEB	2.41
German Abitur	3.8
Norway GPA	2.8
India (best 4) State Board	70

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Aim

To prepare students with knowledge of exercise and nutrition as a foundation to healthy active lifestyles for the promotion of positive health outcomes as a foundation for careers in a range of fields and settings that are actively engaged in the promotion of health at individual, corporate and community levels.

Content & Structure

The first year of study develops foundational knowledge in biology, health across the lifespan, physical activity and nutrition and introduces students to health promotion. In the second year students build on this knowledge and undertake studies in biochemistry and physiology with a focus on nutrition and exercise. In the final year of the program students study courses that develop the transition to employment such as food quality and regulation, professional communication and psychology with a capstone course that fosters further skills in developing projects in nutrition and exercise. Two (2) elective courses are offered for students to extend knowledge in an area compatible with program aims. The program requires completion of 108 units of study.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning	CURR 3021	4.5	Note(s): 1
OR
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
UO Foundations of Health and Physical Activity	HLTH 1053	4.5
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Foundations of Human Biology 1	BIOL 1052	4.5
UO Health and Society	HLTH 1054	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Foundations of Human Biology 2	BIOL 1053	4.5
UO Lifespan Growth and Motor Development	HLTH 1055	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
Elective		4.5		Rule(s): 1
UO Foundations of Nutrition and Health	BIOL 1054	4.5
SECOND YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Body in Motion 1	HLTH 2032	4.5
UO Human Nutrition	HLTH 2035	4.5
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Theory of Exercise Testing and Prescription 1	HLTH 2037	4.5
UO Nutrition and Exercise Biochemistry	HLTH 2036	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Body in Motion 2	HLTH 2033	4.5
UO Theory of Exercise Testing and Prescription 2	HLTH 2038	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Lifespan Nutrition	BIOL 2060	4.5
UO Measuring Movement	HLTH 2053	4.5
THIRD YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Food Safety, Quality and Security	HLTH 3063	4.5
UO Professional Communication to Work in the Health Industry	HLTH 2031	4.5
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Psychology of Exercise, Sport and Health	HLTH 3066	4.5
UO Project Management for Health and Wellness	HLTH 3065	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Food as Medicine	FOSC 3017	4.5
UO Nutrition for Exercise and Performance	HLTH 3064	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Adapted Physical Activity, Exercise and Sport	HLTH 3087	4.5
UO Applications in Nutrition and Exercise	HLTH 3067	4.5

Rules & notes

Rules

1. When choosing electives, students may select any course in the UniSA Online electives list, subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability.

Notes

1. This course is recommended for students who are new to university studies or require development in academic and research skills.