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Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
February
July

Campus
City East

Duration
4 year(s) full-time

Mode
On-campus

Program Code
IBXN

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 40,900 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
094936G

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 Certificate IV or above

OR
Work and life experience

Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a 12-month 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

Bangladesh HSC	5
Canada High School (OSSD)	85
Eynesbury FSP	410
German Abitur	2.5
Kenya KCSE (average)	A
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	12
Malaysia UEC	22
Norway GPA	5
Pakistan HSSC	90
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	12
Sweden GPA	17.5
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	12
Vietnam	9.5
Australia	90
IB (best 6)	33
USA SAT (1600)	1420
India (best 4) State Board	90
India (best 4) Central Board	80
HKDSE	19
Nepal NEB	3.21

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Aim

The program provides graduates with a practical and theoretical knowledge of all aspects of nutrition science and prepares graduates to work in the field of exercise and sport science designing, implementing and evaluating exercise and physical activity for healthy people.

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 and an additional 11 core Human Movement courses. Students also complete 13 courses which provide foundation and advanced level knowledge in Nutrition.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Physical Activity and Health	HLTH 1044	4.5
Physiology Essentials 100	BIOL 1051	4.5
Foundations in Human Movement, Exercise and Sports Science	HLTH 1039	4.5
OR
Introduction to Nutrition and Food Sciences 1	BIOL 1041	4.5
Chemistry 100	CHEM 1006	4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Group and Team Leadership	HLTH 1017	4.5
Motor Development and Ageing	HLTH 1065	4.5
Introduction to Evidence Based Practice and Research in Health Sciences	HLTH 1049	4.5
OR
Quantitative Methods in Health	MATH 1065	4.5
Chemistry of Food	FOSC 2002	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
Human Anatomy 100	HLTH 1020	4.5
Biology A	BIOL 1007	4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Exercise Physiology 2	HLTH 2005	4.5
Functional Anatomy	HLTH 1045	4.5
Food Innovation and Culinary Nutrition	FOSC 2007	4.5
Sensory and Consumer Evaluation of Foods	FOSC 2004	4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Motor Control and Learning	HLTH 2026	4.5
Exercise Prescription and Delivery 1	HLTH 2027	4.5
Biochemistry	BIOL 2014	4.5
Microbiology	BIOL 2051	4.5
Second Semester (Study Periods 4, 5 or 6)
Biomechanics of Human Movement	HLTH 2025	4.5
Exercise Prescription and Delivery 2	HLTH 3011	4.5
Health, Exercise and Sport Psychology	HLTH 3014	4.5
Lifespan Physiology	BIOL 2052	4.5
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester (Study Periods 1, 2 or 3)
Exercise and Sport Science Project Design	HLTH 3053	4.5
Communication in Nutrition and Food Sciences	FOSC 3014	4.5
Nutrition, Exercise and Weight Management	HLTH 3001	4.5
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
Food Safety and Regulation	FOSC 2006	4.5
Sports Nutrition	HLTH 3002	4.5
Biochemistry of Human Metabolism	BIOL 3035	4.5

Rules & notes

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 Mandatory Notification 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.

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.