9. Exercise and Sport Science

Courses of study

Exercise and sport science is an exciting and vibrant discipline with expanding career options integrating exercise and physical activity into disease prevention, health, rehabilitation, nutrition and sports performance. The following coursework programs are based on a strong foundation of applied science which is then used to build the application of exercise science and professional practice.

• The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) pass degree is a three year course. The option of graduating with honours is possible by achieving a credit average and requires an extra year of study.

• The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) is offered on a full-time basis over five years, providing a pathway to practice in dietetics in addition to exercise and sport science. A credit point average is required for progression to the fifth (honours) year.

• The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Master of Nursing is four years full-time study. A credit average is required to enter the fourth year, which is postgraduate level study.

• The Master of Exercise Physiology is a two year, full-time program that offers a pathway for students with a suitable undergraduate degree to acquire the knowledge and competencies required to become an exercise physiologist. See Chapter 22 for further information on postgraduate coursework degrees.

• The Graduate Certificate/Graduate Diploma of Health Science (Exercise and Sport Science) are introductions in to postgraduate coursework study in Exercise and Sport Science and provide a pathway for further specialisation. See Chapter 22 for further information on postgraduate coursework degrees.

• The Master of Exercise and Sport Science (Sports Performance) and the Master of Exercise and Sport Science (Clinical Exercise Science) provide specialisation for careers in sport or the clinical setting. See Chapter 22 for further information on postgraduate coursework degrees.

• Research masters and PhD degrees are specially offered to facilitate a student's research program. A broad range of research areas are available in the discipline: physical activity and nutrition, exercise physiology, sports biomechanics, biomechanical modelling, motor control and learning, preventive healthcare, clinical exercise and childhood, geriatric health care, functional anatomy, sports nutrition, muscle function, exercise sleep and circadian rhythm, healthy ageing and rehabilitation. See Chapter 31 for further information on research degrees.

Professional information

The discipline of Exercise and Sport Science is dedicated to promoting excellence in the development and dissemination of knowledge and skills related to human physical performance and physical activity in relation to health. Maximising physical performance in work, sport and leisure and promoting exercise and nutrition in the prevention and management of disease are embedded in the discipline’s mission.

The University is proud of its reputation in producing high calibre graduates; its coursework programs and its international standard facilities and equipment for research and teaching. Exercise and Sport Science faculty members have strong track records in fundamental and applied research, research led teaching, and community dissemination projects in the application of exercise science to health promotion and rehabilitation, sports performance, fitness and occupational health. These strengths are further enhanced by close links to the New South Wales Institute of Sport, regional teaching hospitals and the fitness industry in New South Wales.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) is University accredited program by the Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science.

Further information

Telephone: +61 2 9351 9161
Website: www.fhs.usyd.edu.au

An exercise and sport scientist applies a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of human movement to the effective design, management and evaluation of exercise interventions (and related lifestyle factors) in the areas of sport and health. The exercise scientist would take into account the effect of a change in a person's activity level on such factors as nutrition, the stress placed on body parts, the demand on the heart and lungs, chemical changes in body organs, and the psychological and social environment.

These principles may be applied to facilitate recovery from injury, to maximise performance or to generally increase the quality of life of the able and disabled individual within the person’s work, sport, and recreation environments.

Admission requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) is competitive. Most applicants are considered on the basis of the UAI obtained in the New South Wales Higher School Certificate or equivalent, but about one third of students are admitted based on a tertiary record or through the Mature Age Entry Scheme. See Chapter 3 for details about general admission requirements.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course will appeal to you if you have an enthusiasm for sport and physical activity and an interest in the biological and physical sciences from a human perspective. Although there are no subject requirements for entry into the course, students are assumed to possess knowledge equivalent to study of Chemistry and Mathematics at HSC level. Students would benefit from having also studied Physics, PDHPE and Biology. Students who have not recently completed studies in Chemistry and Mathematics are strongly advised to attend bridging courses prior to commencing the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course. Bridging courses are also available for Physics, if desired. See Chapter 3 for details of bridging courses.

About the course

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course is designed to give students a thorough understanding of the scientific aspects of exercise and sport science. Such an understanding requires the application and integration of the methods, theories and knowledge of a wide range of disciplines, including the biological sciences (anatomy, biochemistry, and physiology), the physical sciences (chemistry, physics, and mathematics) and the social sciences (psychology and sociology). Students follow a prescribed program of study with a total of 144 credit points, including a few elective units in Year 3. Formal teaching is mostly through lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Students engage in a wide range of additional learning activities, including study of textbooks and research articles, answering review questions and problems, completing investigative assignments, and conducting projects. Such activities may be required to be completed individually or by working collaboratively with other students.

A distinguishing feature of the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course is that students have frequent access to laboratory facilities and equipment. The course has a substantial integrated program of laboratory and practical work. Projects are undertaken at all stages of the course; often these projects enable skills and knowledge to be applied to a problem of interest to the individual student.

The most important goal of every university course is the development of the student's capacity and enthusiasm for life long learning. Highly developed learning skills allow a graduate to adapt to the changing demands of their work environment, and a skilful learner is able to easily acquire the new skills, approaches and perspectives necessary for a successful transfer to a new career path. University courses also aim to develop the student's generic skills, which are those skills that are applicable in many diverse situations. The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course is based on a framework of systematic development of learning skills and generic skills. Particular attention is given to developing responsibility for learning, self-evaluation, problem solving, critical thinking, skills in computing and analysis, scientific writing and public speaking.

Course structure

Professional experience

Students must complete a minimum of 140 hours of approved professional experience (Practicum) by the end of Week 13, Semester 2, Year 3. The purpose of the professional field experience program is to apply theoretical knowledge to practice in a variety of community settings. The 140 hours of practical experience is also a requirement for membership of the professional body for Australian exercise scientists (Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science). The student will develop professional skills and competencies, and an appreciation of the responsibilities and commitments of the workplace.

Workload

In the Faculty of Health Sciences, 1 credit point requires approximately two hours of student effort per week over the semester. These hours include both class contact hours and time spent on study in the unit. A standard full-time student enrolled in units totalling 24 credit points in each semester has a total workload of 48 hours per week.

Careers

A student who completes the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course will graduate as a scientist, with a wide range of theoretical knowledge, practical skills and expertise. The career paths followed by graduates are many and varied and depend mostly on the specific interests and aspirations of the individual. Broadly defined, the areas of employment entered by recent graduates include the sport industry, fitness industry, health industry, occupational health and safety, public health, rehabilitation, research and technology, education and medical insurance.

For graduates seeking further career development or professional accreditation, the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) course meets the prerequisite requirements for entry into postgraduate courses in Medicine, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Public Health, Safety Science and Education.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Association of Exercise and Sport Science.

Honours

The honours program is an additional year of full-time study in which the student conducts a research project and writes a thesis under the supervision of a member of the academic staff. Admission is competitive and based on the student's marks across all units of study. The student must be eligible for the award of a pass degree, and be considered by the head of the academic unit to have the aptitude to conduct a research project.

Further information may be obtained from the program coordinator.

Exchange programs

Exercise and Sport Science students may participate in the University-wide exchange programs. These programs give students the opportunity to experience education in a different culture and environment. The exchange programs are open to undergraduate students who have completed at least one year of study and who have a credit grade average. For further information contact +61 2 9351 9161.

Course outline

The course outlines for the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) pass and honours are presented in Tables 9.1, 9.2 and 9.2.1. Units of study are described in Chapter 19.

Table 9.1: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) Pass

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code SH088: Pass course; full-time, 3 years
Year 2 (last offered in 2009)
Semester 1
BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II	3	A BIOS1130 Molecules and Energy or CHEM1101 Chemistry IA or CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A	Semester 1
EXSS2016 Motor Control	3	P BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience	Semester 1
EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise	6	P EXSS1031 Cell Metabolism and Biochemistry	Semester 1
EXSS2018 Biomechanical Analysis of Movement	6	P EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 1
EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	6	A BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure and Function I, either EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science or EXSS1033 Principles of Exercise Science	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS2021 Nutrition, Health and Performance	6	P EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise	Semester 2
EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	6	A EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise or BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry P EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 2
EXSS2025 Motor Control and Learning	6		Semester 2
EXSS2026 Growth, Development and Ageing	6		Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 3 (last offered in 2010)
Semester 1
EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription	6	A EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations or EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Physicians	Semester 1
EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	6	A Either EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians or both EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology- Acute Responses and EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 1
EXSS3036 Research and Practice	6	A Basic biomechanics, physiological and motor learning principles, basic hypothesis training, elementary knowledge of exercise science industry	Semester 1
Elective [6] (see note below)
Note
Choose one elective (6 credit points each) from the list below. The offering of any one of these elective units of study will depend on sufficient student demand and staff availability. Subject to approval of the relevant head of academic unit, elective units of study may be taken from within or outside the Faculty.
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation	6	A EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses, EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training, EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians P EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	Semester 2
Three electives [18] (see note below)
Elective list
Note
Choose three electives (6 credit points each) from the following. The offering of any one of these elective units of study will depend on sufficient student demand. Subject to approval of relevant head of academic unit, elective units of study may be taken from within or outside the Faculty. At least one elective must be either EXSS3038 or EXSS3044. However, you do have the option to complete both.
BACH3130 Sport, Society & Social Theory	6	P BACH1130 Foundations of Health Sociology/Introduction to Health Sociology or BACH1134 Health, Illness and Social Inquiry or BACH1161 Introductory Behavioural Health Sciences N BACH3081 Sociology of Sport	Semester 2
EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology & Immunology	6	P BIOS1133 Body Systems Structure and Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems Structure and Function II, EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 1
EXSS3038 Ergonomics	6	A BIOS1159 Functional Anatomy A - Exercise, BIOS1160 Functional Anatomy B - Exercise, EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 2
EXSS3040 Physiological Testing and Training	6	P EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 2
EXSS3041 Management, Marketing and the Law	6		Semester 2
EXSS3043 High Performance Coaching	6	A EXSS2016 Motor Control, EXSS2023 Growth, Development and Ageing, BACH1161 Introduction to Behavioural Science N EXSS1034 Sport Coaching	Semester 2
EXSS3044 Biomechanics of Sports Techniques	6		Semester 1
EXSS3046 Clinical Exercise Practice	6	P EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription, EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease, EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology & Immunology C EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation, EXSS3038 Ergonomics Note: Department permission required for enrolment	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS

Table 9.2: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) Pass

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code SH088: Pass course; full-time, 3 years
Year 1 (first offered in 2009)
Semester 1
BACH1161 Introductory Behavioural Health Sciences	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology	6	A Basic Chemistry	Semester 1
BIOS1168 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy A	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	6	A HSC mathematics	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
BIOS1169 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy B	6	P BIOS1168 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy A	Semester 1 Semester 2
BIOS1170 Body Systems: Structure and Function	6	A BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology or equivalent N BIOS1127 Body Systems I, BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure & Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II, BIOS2099 Body Systems II and Pharmacology	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science	6		Semester 2
HSBH1007 Health Science and Research	6		Semester 1
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 2 (first offered in 2010)
Semester 1
BIOS1171 Neuroscience	6	N BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience, BIOS2103 Neurosciences for Physiotherapists	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS1029 Muscle Mechanics and Training	6	A BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience or BIOS1166 Neuroscience, one of BIOS1130 Molecules and Energy, BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology, CHEM1101 Chemistry 1A, CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A, EXSS1031 Cell Metabolism and Biochemistry	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS2018 Biomechanical Analysis of Movement	6	P EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 1
EXSS2028 Exercise Physiology and Biochemistry	6	A EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science or EXSS1033 Principles of Exercise Science N EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise, EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS2021 Nutrition, Health and Performance	6	P EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise	Semester 2
EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	6	A EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise or BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry P EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 2
EXSS2026 Growth, Development and Ageing	6		Semester 2
EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription	6	A EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations or EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Physicians	Semester 1
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 3 (first offered in 2011)
Semester 1
EXSS2025 Motor Control and Learning	6		Semester 2
EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	6	A Either EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians or both EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology- Acute Responses and EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 1
Professional Practice [6]
Elective [6] (see note below)
Note
Choose one or two electives (depending upon prior unit selection) from the list below. The offering of any one of these elective units of study will depend on sufficient student demand and staff availability. Subject to approval of the relevant head of academic unit, elective units of study may be taken from within or outside the Faculty.
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
Four electives [24] (see note below)
Elective list
Note
Choose three or four electives from the following. The offering of any one of these elective units of study will depend on sufficient student demand. Subject to approval of relevant head of academic unit, elective units of study may be taken from within or outside the Faculty. At least one elective must be either EXSS3038 or EXSS3044. However, you do have the option to complete both.
BACH3130 Sport, Society & Social Theory	6	P BACH1130 Foundations of Health Sociology/Introduction to Health Sociology or BACH1134 Health, Illness and Social Inquiry or BACH1161 Introductory Behavioural Health Sciences N BACH3081 Sociology of Sport	Semester 2
EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation	6	A EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses, EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training, EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians P EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	Semester 2
EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology & Immunology	6	P BIOS1133 Body Systems Structure and Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems Structure and Function II, EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 1
EXSS3038 Ergonomics	6	A BIOS1159 Functional Anatomy A - Exercise, BIOS1160 Functional Anatomy B - Exercise, EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 2
EXSS3040 Physiological Testing and Training	6	P EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 2
EXSS3041 Management, Marketing and the Law	6		Semester 2
EXSS3043 High Performance Coaching	6	A EXSS2016 Motor Control, EXSS2023 Growth, Development and Ageing, BACH1161 Introduction to Behavioural Science N EXSS1034 Sport Coaching	Semester 2
EXSS3044 Biomechanics of Sports Techniques	6		Semester 1
EXSS3046 Clinical Exercise Practice	6	P EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription, EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease, EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology & Immunology C EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation, EXSS3038 Ergonomics Note: Department permission required for enrolment	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS

Table 9.2.1: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) Honours

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code SH054: Honours program; full-time, 4 years
Years 1 to 3
As per Pass course
Year 4
Semester 1
EXSS4004 Honours Thesis A	24		Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS4005 Honours Thesis B	24	P EXSS4004 Honours Thesis A	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS

This combined degree in exercise and sport science/nutrition is designed to produce graduates who are capable of using expertise in the disciplines of exercise science and nutrition to further research and knowledge in these areas. Graduates from this program will become qualified dietitians with expertise in general, public health and clinical nutrition. These skills will be integrated with a comprehensive understanding of the scientific principles of human movement and the effective design, management and evaluation of exercise interventions (and related lifestyle factors) in the area of sport and health. This program will enable graduates to design effective exercise and nutrition programs for healthy individuals and elite athletes in addition to those with lifestyle diseases (e.g. heart disease, diabetes, hypertension) and disability.

Admission requirements

Admission to the combined degree Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) is competitive. Most applicants are considered on the basis of the UAI obtained in the New South Wales Higher School Certificate or equivalent. Some students are admitted based on a tertiary record and interview, or through the Mature Age Entry Scheme. See Chapter 3 for details about general admission requirements.

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) degree will appeal to you if you have a keen interest to further studies in science, particularly in the areas of biology, biochemistry, physiology and nutrition from a human perspective. The course is also appealing to those who are enthusiastic about nutrition, sport and physical activity. Although there are no subject requirements for entry into the course, students are assumed to possess knowledge equivalent to study of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics at HSC level. Students would benefit from having also studied Physics and PDHPE. Students who have not recently completed studies in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics are strongly advised to attend bridging courses prior to commencing the course. Bridging courses are also available for Physics, if desired. See Chapter 3 for details of bridging courses.

About the course

The combined degrees in Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) provide students with a thorough understanding of the scientific aspects of exercise and sport science, nutrition and dietetics. Such an understanding requires the application and integration of the methods, theories and knowledge of a wide range of disciplines, including the biological sciences (anatomy, biochemistry, physiology and nutrition), the physical sciences (chemistry, physics, and mathematics) and the social sciences (psychology and sociology). Students follow a prescribed 5-year program of study with a total of 240 credit points. Formal teaching is mostly through lectures, tutorials and practical classes. Students engage in a wide range of additional learning activities, including study of textbooks and research articles, answering review questions and problems, completing investigative assignments, and conducting projects. Such activities may be required to be completed individually or by working collaboratively with other students. Life long learning skills are developed as consistent with other programs offered in the discipline of Exercise and Sport Science.

This combined degree, Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) is unique in that students will have the opportunity to qualify both as dietitians and exercise scientists. Also, to utilise the finest teaching facilities and laboratory equipment, learning will take place on both the Cumberland and Camperdown campuses of the University of Sydney. The course has a substantial integrated program of laboratory and practical work. Projects are undertaken at all stages of the course; often these projects enable skills and knowledge to be applied to a problem of interest to the individual student.

Professional experience

Students must complete a minimum of 140 hours of approved professional experience in exercise and sport science in their own time by Week 13, Semester 1, Year 4. The purpose of the professional field experience program is to apply theoretical knowledge to practice in a variety of community settings. The 140 hours of practical experience is also a requirement for membership of the professional body for Australian exercise scientists (Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science). The student will develop professional skills and competencies, and an appreciation of the responsibilities and commitments of the workplace.

In the 5th year of the program students will also complete a clinical placement in nutrition and dietetics (approximately 6 months in duration) as designated by the Dietitians Association of Australia. Successful completion of this placement is required for dietetic qualification. This placement is designed to facilitate clinical and counselling skills in dietetics and for students to experience working in other areas of nutrition like public health promotion/research, food service, the food industry, public relations and community nutrition.

Workload

Refer to the entry under Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) above.

Careers

Students will be qualified as both exercise scientists and dietitians and will be competent to forge new opportunities in roles which require skills in both exercise science and nutrition/dietetics. This integrated training will create opportunities that will benefit both students and employers. In the research setting, this dual qualification will augment project design and methodology in relevant areas such as public health (e.g. lifestyle diseases such as obesity and non-insulin diabetes). In the clinical setting, graduates will be well placed and qualified to give comprehensive advice to clients promoting adoption of better exercise and nutrition habits within the community. Employment opportunities include: hospital, rehabilitation, public health and health promotion, the health industry encompassing elite sport, recreational exercise and the sport/fitness industry, health writing and public speaking, corporate health, private practice consulting, the food industry (manufacture, product development and public relations), research and technology, education and medical insurance.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Association of Exercise and Sport Science. Application for the course and for these graduates to be accredited as dietitians by the Dietitians Association of Australia is in preparation.

Honours

Honours in Nutrition and Dietetics or Honours in Nutrition
Students completing all five years of the combined degree will automatically be awarded an honours grade at completion. There are two options for students in their fifth year of study: honours program in Nutrition and Dietetics, which includes six months of clinical placement or honours program in nutrition which is entirely research directed. However, admission to either fifth year of study is competitive and based on obtaining a SCIWAM of at least 65 in all of the NUTR units (NUTR2911, NUTR2912, NUTR3911, NUTR3921, NUTR3912, NUTR3922). Students passing the course but failing to meet these requirements can exit the course after four years with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) - see following handbook entry. Further information may be obtained from the program coordinator.

Course outline

The course outline for the combined degrees of Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) is presented in Tables 9.3 and 9.4. Units of study are described in Chapter 19.

Table 9.3: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Bachelor of Science (Nutrition)

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code SH093: Pass course; full-time, 5 years
Candidates must complete over 10 semesters the following units of study. In order to be accepted into the fifth (honours) year, students must obtain a SCIWAM (see Glossary) of at least 65 and a grade of at least 65 in each of the following units: NUTR2911, NUTR2912, NUTR3911, NUTR3921, NUTR3912 and NUTR3922. Candidates who fail to maintain these results will be transferred to either the BSc, the BAppSc (ExSpSc) SH088 or the BAppSc (ExSpSc&Nutr) SH115.
Year 2 (last offered in 2009)
Semester 1
BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience	3		Semester 1
BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II	3	A BIOS1130 Molecules and Energy or CHEM1101 Chemistry IA or CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A	Semester 1
EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	6	A BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure and Function I, either EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science or EXSS1033 Principles of Exercise Science	Semester 1
MBLG2071 Molecular Biology and Genetics A	6	P MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 and 12 CP of Junior Chemistry. N MBLG2971, MBLG2771, MBLG2871, MBLG2001, MBLG2101, MBLG2901, MBLG2111, PLNT2001, AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901 Students enrolled in the combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) must have completed all Junior units for this course prior to enrolling in this unit.	Semester 1
NUTR2911 Food Science Introductory (Advanced)	6	P MBLG(1001 or 1901) and CHEM (1001 or 1101 or 1901 or 1903 or 1108) and CHEM (1002 or 1102 or 1902 or 1904 or 1109) and BIOL (1001 or 1911) and BIOL (1002 or 1003 or 1902 or 1903). For Combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) degree completion of all Junior units in the table of units for this course. N NUTR2901	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry	6	P Either MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry or either MBLG2071 or MBLG2971 N BCHM2972, BCHM2002, BCHM2102, BCHM2902, BCHM2112	Semester 2
EXSS1029 Muscle Mechanics and Training	6	A BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience or BIOS1166 Neuroscience, one of BIOS1130 Molecules and Energy, BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology, CHEM1101 Chemistry 1A, CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A, EXSS1031 Cell Metabolism and Biochemistry	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	6	A EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise or BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry P EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 2
NUTR2912 Nutritional Science Introductory (Adv)	6	A NUTR2911 P MBLG(1001 or 1901) and CHEM (1001 or 1101 or 1901 or 1903 or 1108) and CHEM (1002 or 1102 or 1902 or 1904 or 1109) and BIOL (1001 or 1911) and BIOL (1002 or 1003 or 1902 or 1903). For Combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) degree completion of all Junior units in the table of units for this course. N NUTR2902	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 3 (last offered in 2010)
Semester 1
EXSS2016 Motor Control	3	P BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience	Semester 1
EXSS2018 Biomechanical Analysis of Movement	6	P EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 1
EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription	6	A EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations or EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Physicians	Semester 1
EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	6	A Either EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians or both EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology- Acute Responses and EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 1
MATH1015 Biostatistics	3	A HSC Mathematics N MATH1005, MATH1905, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010, BIOM1003	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS2025 Motor Control and Learning	6		Semester 2
EXSS2026 Growth, Development and Ageing	6		Semester 2
EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation	6	A EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses, EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training, EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians P EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	Semester 2
STAT2012 Statistical Tests	6	P MATH (1005 or 1905 or 1015) N STAT2004, STAT2912	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 4 (last offered in 2011)
Semester 1
EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology & Immunology	6	P BIOS1133 Body Systems Structure and Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems Structure and Function II, EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 1
EXSS3047 Nutrition Practice for Health & Exercise	3	C NUTR3911 Nutritional Assessment Methods, NUTR3921 Methods in Nutrition Practice	Semester 1
NUTR3911 Nutritional Assessment Methods	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3901	Semester 1
NUTR3921 Methods in Nutrition Practice	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3901	Semester 1
MATH1011 Life Sciences Calculus	3	A HSC Mathematics N MATH1111, MATH1001, MATH1901, MATH1906, BIOM1003	Semester 1 Summer Main
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
BCHM3072 Human Molecular Cell Biology	6	P (MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from MBLG2071/MBLG2971or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972)) or (42CP of Intermediate BMedSc units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804) N BCHM3972, BCHM3002, BCHM3902, BCHM3004, BCHM3904 BExSci/BSc(Nutrition) students successfully progressing though the combined degree meet the pre-requisites for this unit of study	Semester 2
BCHM3082 Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry	6	P MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804. N BCHM3982, BCHM3002, BCHM3004, BCHM3902, BCHM3904 BExSci/BSc(Nutrition) students successfully progressing though the combined degree meet the pre-requisites for this unit of study	Semester 2
NUTR3912 Community and Public Health Nutrition	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3902	Semester 2
NUTR3922 Nutrition and Chronic Disease	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3902	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Note
1. Students can exit here with BAppSc (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition)
Year 5 (last offered in 2012)
Semester 1
NUTR4001 Clinical Nutritional Science A	24	Note: Department permission required for enrolment	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
NUTR4002 Clinical Nutritional Science B	24	Note: Department permission required for enrolment This unit of study will commence prior to the start of semester.	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Note
2. Students can exit here with BAppSc (Ex & Sport Sc) & BSc (Nut) with Honours in Nutrition and Dietetics
or
Year 5 (last offered in 2012)
Semester 1
NUTR4101 Nutrition Research A	12	Note: Department permission required for enrolment	Semester 1 Semester 2
NUTR4102 Nutrition Research B	12	C NUTR4101	Semester 1 Semester 2
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
NUTR4103 Nutrition Research C	12	C NUTR4102	Semester 1 Semester 2
NUTR4104 Nutrition Research D	12	C NUTR4103	Semester 1 Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Note
3. Students can exit here with BAppSc (Ex & Sport Sc) & BSc (Nut) with Honours in Nutrition

Table 9.4: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Bachelor of Science (Nutrition)

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code SH093: Pass course; full-time, 5 years
Candidates must complete over 10 semesters the following units of study. In order to be accepted into the fifth (honours) year, students must obtain a SCIWAM (see Glossary) of at least 65 and a grade of at least 65 in each of the following units: NUTR2911, NUTR2912, NUTR3911, NUTR3921, NUTR3912 and NUTR3922. Candidates who fail to maintain these results will be transferred to either the BSc, the BAppSc (ExSpSc) SH088 or the BAppSc (ExSpSc&Nutr) SH115.
Year 1 (first offered in 2009)
Semester 1
CHEM1101 Chemistry 1A	6	A HSC Chemistry and Mathematics C Recommended concurrent units of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics N CHEM1001, CHEM1109, CHEM1901, CHEM1903	Semester 1 Semester 2 Summer Main
or
6 credit points of Junior Chemistry subject to availability and timetabling restrictions
and
BACH1161 Introductory Behavioural Health Sciences	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
BIOS1168 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy A	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	6	A HSC mathematics	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
CHEM1102 Chemistry 1B	6	P CHEM (1101 or 1901) or a Distinction in CHEM1001 or equivalent C Recommended concurrent units of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics N CHEM1002, CHEM1108, CHEM1902, CHEM1904	Semester 1 Semester 2 Summer Main
or
6 credit points of Junior Chemistry subject to availability and timetabling restrictions
and
BIOS1169 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy B	6	P BIOS1168 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy A	Semester 1 Semester 2
BIOS1170 Body Systems: Structure and Function	6	A BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology or equivalent N BIOS1127 Body Systems I, BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure & Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II, BIOS2099 Body Systems II and Pharmacology	Semester 1 Semester 2
MBLG1001 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro)	6	A 6 credit points of Junior Biology and 6 cp of Junior Chemistry N AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901, MBLG2101, MBLG2901, MBLG2001, MBLG2111, MBLG2771, MBLG2871, MBLG1901	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 2 (first offered in 2010)
Semester 1
BIOS1171 Neuroscience	6	N BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience, BIOS2103 Neurosciences for Physiotherapists	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	6	A BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure and Function I, either EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science or EXSS1033 Principles of Exercise Science	Semester 1
MBLG2071 Molecular Biology and Genetics A	6	P MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 and 12 CP of Junior Chemistry. N MBLG2971, MBLG2771, MBLG2871, MBLG2001, MBLG2101, MBLG2901, MBLG2111, PLNT2001, AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901 Students enrolled in the combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) must have completed all Junior units for this course prior to enrolling in this unit.	Semester 1
NUTR2911 Food Science Introductory (Advanced)	6	P MBLG(1001 or 1901) and CHEM (1001 or 1101 or 1901 or 1903 or 1108) and CHEM (1002 or 1102 or 1902 or 1904 or 1109) and BIOL (1001 or 1911) and BIOL (1002 or 1003 or 1902 or 1903). For Combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) degree completion of all Junior units in the table of units for this course. N NUTR2901	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry	6	P Either MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry or either MBLG2071 or MBLG2971 N BCHM2972, BCHM2002, BCHM2102, BCHM2902, BCHM2112	Semester 2
EXSS1029 Muscle Mechanics and Training	6	A BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience or BIOS1166 Neuroscience, one of BIOS1130 Molecules and Energy, BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology, CHEM1101 Chemistry 1A, CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A, EXSS1031 Cell Metabolism and Biochemistry	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	6	A EXSS2017 Biochemistry of Exercise or BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry P EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 2
NUTR2912 Nutritional Science Introductory (Adv)	6	A NUTR2911 P MBLG(1001 or 1901) and CHEM (1001 or 1101 or 1901 or 1903 or 1108) and CHEM (1002 or 1102 or 1902 or 1904 or 1109) and BIOL (1001 or 1911) and BIOL (1002 or 1003 or 1902 or 1903). For Combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) degree completion of all Junior units in the table of units for this course. N NUTR2902	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 3 (first offered in 2011)
Semester 1
EXSS2018 Biomechanical Analysis of Movement	6	P EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 1
EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription	6	A EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations or EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Physicians	Semester 1
EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	6	A Either EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians or both EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology- Acute Responses and EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 1
MATH1011 Life Sciences Calculus	3	A HSC Mathematics N MATH1111, MATH1001, MATH1901, MATH1906, BIOM1003	Semester 1 Summer Main
MATH1015 Biostatistics	3	A HSC Mathematics N MATH1005, MATH1905, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010, BIOM1003	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS2025 Motor Control and Learning	6		Semester 2
EXSS2026 Growth, Development and Ageing	6		Semester 2
EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation	6	A EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses, EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training, EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians P EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	Semester 2
STAT2012 Statistical Tests	6	P MATH (1005 or 1905 or 1015) N STAT2004, STAT2912	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 4 (first offered in 2012)
Semester 1
EXSS3037 Exercise Pharmacology & Immunology	6	P BIOS1133 Body Systems Structure and Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems Structure and Function II, EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses	Semester 1
NUTR3911 Nutritional Assessment Methods	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3901	Semester 1
NUTR3921 Methods in Nutrition Practice	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3901	Semester 1
Applied Nutrition [6]
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
BCHM3072 Human Molecular Cell Biology	6	P (MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from MBLG2071/MBLG2971or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972)) or (42CP of Intermediate BMedSc units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804) N BCHM3972, BCHM3002, BCHM3902, BCHM3004, BCHM3904 BExSci/BSc(Nutrition) students successfully progressing though the combined degree meet the pre-requisites for this unit of study	Semester 2
BCHM3082 Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry	6	P MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804. N BCHM3982, BCHM3002, BCHM3004, BCHM3902, BCHM3904 BExSci/BSc(Nutrition) students successfully progressing though the combined degree meet the pre-requisites for this unit of study	Semester 2
NUTR3912 Community and Public Health Nutrition	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3902	Semester 2
NUTR3922 Nutrition and Chronic Disease	6	P Credit average in NUTR2911 and NUTR2912 N NUTR3902	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Note
1. Students can exit here with BAppSc (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition)
Year 5
Semester 1
NUTR4001 Clinical Nutritional Science A	24	Note: Department permission required for enrolment	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
NUTR4002 Clinical Nutritional Science B	24	Note: Department permission required for enrolment This unit of study will commence prior to the start of semester.	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Note
2. Students can exit here with BAppSc (Ex & Sport Sc) & BSc (Nut) with Honours in Nutrition and Dietetics
or
Year 5
Semester 1
NUTR4101 Nutrition Research A	12	Note: Department permission required for enrolment	Semester 1 Semester 2
NUTR4102 Nutrition Research B	12	C NUTR4101	Semester 1 Semester 2
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
NUTR4103 Nutrition Research C	12	C NUTR4102	Semester 1 Semester 2
NUTR4104 Nutrition Research D	12	C NUTR4103	Semester 1 Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Note
3. Students can exit here with BAppSc (Ex & Sport Sc) & BSc (Nut) with Honours in Nutrition

This degree in exercise, sport science and nutrition is designed for those students wanting to pursue a career in exercise science integrated with a comprehensive understanding of biochemistry and nutrition, without the training in clinical dietetics. The integrated training provided by this program will enable graduates to design effective exercise and nutrition programs for healthy individuals and elite athletes. In addition they will be skilled at providing nutrition and exercise advice to those with lifestyle diseases (e.g. heart disease, diabetes, hypertension) and disability and be able to provide these individuals with general nutrition or lifestyle based advice to improve their dietary practices.

Admission requirements

Students choosing to enrol in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) course must enrol in the combined degree and transfer after the completion of at least two semesters. Admission requirements are therefore as stipulated for the combined degree.

About the course

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) provides students with a thorough understanding of the scientific aspects of exercise, sport science and nutrition. This course differs from the combined degree in that it is a single four year degree. Students follow a prescribed program of study with a total of 192 credit points. This is the same program as the first four years of the combined degree and therefore provides an opportunity to transfer from the combined (five year) degree to this four year program. Learning will take place on both the Cumberland and Camperdown campuses of the University of Sydney.

Professional experience

As for all undergraduate degrees in Exercise and Sport Science, students must complete a minimum of 140 hours of approved professional experience in exercise and sport science in their own time. The purpose of the professional field experience program is to apply theoretical knowledge to practice in a variety of community settings. Where possible placements that provide integrated learning in both exercise science and nutrition will be highlighted to the student. The 140 hours of practical experience is also a requirement for membership of the professional body for Australian exercise scientists (Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science).

Workload

Refer to the entry for Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science).

Careers

Employment opportunities for students who complete the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) would focus on their skills in both exercise science and nutrition. Areas of employment may include the sports, fitness, health and food industries, occupational health and safety, public health, rehabilitation, research and technology, education and medical insurance.

For graduates seeking further career development or professional accreditation, the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) meets the prerequisite requirements for entry into postgraduate courses in medicine, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, public health, safety science and education.

Professional recognition

Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Association of Exercise and Sport Science. Application for the course and for these graduates to be accredited with general and public health nutrition qualifications, by the Dietitians Association of Australia, is in preparation.

Honours in Exercise and Sport Science

The honours program is an additional year of full-time study in which the student conducts a research project and writes a thesis under the supervision of a member of the academic staff. Admission is competitive and based on the student’s marks across all units of study. The student must be eligible for the award of a pass degree, and be considered by the head of academic unit to have the aptitude to conduct a research project.

Further information may be obtained from the program coordinator.

Course outline

The course outline for the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) is presented in Table 9.5. Units of study are described in Chapter 19.

Note: Years 1–4 are common with the combined degree program.

Table 9.5: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition)

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code SH115: Pass course; full-time, 4 years
Course code SH134: Honours program; full-time, 5 years
In Year 1, all students will enrol in the Combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc (Nutrition) program (Table 8.3) which has an identical curriculum to this program and will transfer to the BAppSc (Exercise, Sport Science and Nutrition) only after completion of at least two semesters of the combined degrees course.
Pass course
Years 1 to 4
See Table 9.3
Honours program
Year 5
Semester 1
EXSS4004 Honours Thesis A	24		Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS4005 Honours Thesis B	24	P EXSS4004 Honours Thesis A	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Master of Nursing is a four year preregistration course for students wishing to undertake a combined degree. Students are required to complete 96 credit points in the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) and 96 credit points in the Master of Nursing. Master of Nursing units are begun in the second year of the undergraduate degree.

Students are generally expected to obtain a credit average in Year 1 to be permitted to commence study in the Master of Nursing in Year 2. Students are not permitted to enrol in Year 4 units without having completed their Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) degree.

The combined study of exercise and sport science with a professional qualification in nursing means that graduates have broader range of skills and knowledge. Examples include employment in the sport industry, fitness industry, health industry, occupational health and safety, public health, rehabilitation, research and technology, education and medical insurance.

At the conclusion of the course, students, subject to the requirements of the Nurses Act of NSW, will be eligible to apply for registration with the Nurses and Midwives Board, NSW.

Admission requirements

Candidates should refer to the Faculty of Health Sciences and Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery handbooks for admission requirements.

Prospective students should note in particular Division 5, 29A of the Nurses Act 1991 No 9 as described in the course description for the Master of Nursing.

Professional experience

Students must complete a minimum of 140 hours of approved professional experience (Practicum) in Exercise and Sport Science in their own time by Week 13, Semester 2, Year 3. The purpose of the professional field experience program is to apply theoretical knowledge to practice in a variety of community settings. The 140 hours of practical experience is also a requirement for membership of the professional body for Australian exercise scientists (Australian Association for Exercise and Sport Science). The student will develop professional skills and competencies, and an appreciation of the responsibilities and commitments of the workplace.

Course outline

The course outline for the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Master of Nursing is presented in Table 9.6. Units of study are described in Chapter 19.

Table 9.6: Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Master of Nursing

Unit of study	Credit points	A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition	Session
Course code GH018: Pass course; full-time, 4 years
Year 1 (first offered in 2009)
Semester 1
BACH1161 Introductory Behavioural Health Sciences	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology	6	A Basic Chemistry	Semester 1
BIOS1168 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy A	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	6	A HSC mathematics	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
BIOS1169 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy B	6	P BIOS1168 Functional Musculoskeletal Anatomy A	Semester 1 Semester 2
BIOS1170 Body Systems: Structure and Function	6	A BIOS1167 Human Cell Biology or equivalent N BIOS1127 Body Systems I, BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure & Function I, BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II, BIOS2099 Body Systems II and Pharmacology	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science	6		Semester 2
EXSS2025 Motor Control and Learning	6		Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 2 (offered in 2009 only)
Semester 1
BIOS2098 Body Systems: Structure & Function II	3	A BIOS1130 Molecules and Energy or CHEM1101 Chemistry IA or CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A	Semester 1
EXSS2016 Motor Control	3	P BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience	Semester 1
EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians	6	A EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science, BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure & Function 1	Semester 1
NURS5003 Observation in Nursing Practice	6		Semester 1a
NURS5004 Applied Nursing Practice	6		Semester 1b
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS2026 Growth, Development and Ageing	6		Semester 2
NURS5002 Social Contexts of Health	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
NURS5005 Biomedical Therapies and Nursing	6		Semester 2
NURS5006 Illness Experience and Nursing Care	6		Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 2 (to be first offered in 2010)
Semester 1
BIOS1171 Neuroscience	6	N BIOS1137 Introductory Neuroscience, BIOS2103 Neurosciences for Physiotherapists	Semester 1 Semester 2
EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians	6	A EXSS1032 Fundamentals of Exercise Science, BIOS1133 Body Systems: Structure & Function 1	Semester 1
NURS5003 Observation in Nursing Practice	6		Semester 1a
NURS5004 Applied Nursing Practice	6		Semester 1b
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS2026 Growth, Development and Ageing	6		Semester 2
NURS5002 Social Contexts of Health	6		Semester 1 Semester 2
NURS5005 Biomedical Therapies and Nursing	6		Semester 2
NURS5006 Illness Experience and Nursing Care	6		Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 3
Semester 1
EXSS3023 Exercise Testing and Prescription	6	A EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations or EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Physicians	Semester 1
EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	6	A Either EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians or both EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology- Acute Responses and EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training Adaptations	Semester 1
EXSS3042 Nutrition for Health, Exercise & Sport	6	P EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians	Semester 1
NURS5001 Nursing Concepts: Bodies and Boundaries	6		Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
EXSS3027 Exercise and Rehabilitation	6	A EXSS2019 Exercise Physiology - Acute Responses, EXSS2022 Exercise Physiology Training, EXSS2027 Exercise Physiology for Clinicians P EXSS3024 Exercise, Health and Disease	Semester 2
EXSS3038 Ergonomics	6	A BIOS1159 Functional Anatomy A - Exercise, BIOS1160 Functional Anatomy B - Exercise, EXSS1018 Biomechanics of Human Movement	Semester 2
NURS5007 Mental Health Nursing Practice I	6	C NURS5008	Semester 2
NURS5008 Acute Care and Nursing Practice I	6	P NURS5004 C NURS5007	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Year 4
Semester 1
NURS6001 Nursing Observations and Bio Parameters	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 1
NURS6002 Maternity, Child & Adolescent Nursing I	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 1
NURS6003 Nursing Care for Chronic Conditions	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 1
NURS6004 Nursing and the Politics of Health Care	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 1
SEMESTER 1 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Semester 2
NURS6005 Acute Care and Nursing Practice II	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008 and NURS6001	Semester 2
NURS6006 Mental Health Nursing Practice II	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 2
NURS6007 Community Nursing	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 2
NURS6008 Inquiry and Research in Nursing	6	P NURS5001 and NURS5002 and NURS5003 and NURS5004 and NURS5005 and NURS5006 and NURS5007 and NURS5008	Semester 2
SEMESTER 2 TOTAL: 24 CREDIT POINTS
Notes
1. Students can EXIT following Year 1 and still complete Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) in 3 years.
2. Progression to the third and fourth years of this combined program requires a credit point average.
3. Students can EXIT following Year 2 and still complete the Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise and Sport Science) in 3 years. In order to do this, they MUST declare their intention by the commencement of Year 3 and undertake the following units of study: EXSS2017, EXSS2018, EXSS3023, EXSS3024, EXSS3036, EXSS1029, EXSS2021, EXSS2022 and EXSS3027.