Bachelor (Honours)
Commencing from the first year, the course work throughout ensures you will develop the expertise to become a professional leader in exercise and sport science, studying the biology, technology, behaviour and best practices that underpin exercise and sport science.
You will be able to tailor the course to your interests and career goals, choosing from the following majors:
Our Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours) is an embedded honours program, offering students the opportunity to progress directly through to their honours year after the first three years of their course#.
In your honours year you will develop the necessary methodological, technical and analytical skills and knowledge required for research practice and to apply research within professional practice in the exercise and sport science industry. Selecting a topic aligned to an area of interest, you will undertake original research under the guidance of a supervisor, providing you with real-world exposure to academic research, professional insight into the nature and functioning of research and an authentic experience being part of a research team.
The research experience, specialised knowledge and practical experience gained in your honours year will prepare you for progression to higher degrees by research, or for those not wishing to pursue a research-focused career-pathway, make you more appealing to prospective employers.
Leveraging Deakin's strong industry partnerships, you will have the opportunity to participate in work experience placements in a variety of environments such as:
All students participate in two industry-based practical experiences. In second year, students complete 80 hours of practical experience at a pre-approved host organisation through the Exercise Programming unit. The Exercise and Sports Science Practicum in your third year provides a minimum 140 hours of practical experiences. These are a core feature of the course which, combined with research skills and experience, set you apart from other graduates.
As a graduate of the #1 ranked sport science school in the world,* you will be prepared to be a leader in exercise and sport science, and allied fields, and can look forward to employment opportunities across multiple industries. Visit deakin.edu.au/sport-careers to discover the wide range of careers that you could pursue.
*Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments 2022
^Australia is set to host over ten major global sporting events between 2022 - 2032
#Students must achieve a WAM of at least 65 in all level 3 units to progress through to the level 4 'honours' year.
Upon graduating from Deakin's Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours) you will possess the skills and capabilities required for progression to higher degrees by research and then ultimately into roles involving research in industry or academia. The original research you undertake in your honours year also offers you a unique opportunity to tailor your degree towards your desired industry specialisation.
Outside of research and the typical roles in the sport, exercise, coaching and fitness industry, you may also pursue employment in sport science, community health and wellness, or rehabilitation.
Upon graduating, you may find employment opportunities in:
After successfully completing the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours), you may consider applying for further study to advance your career in the sport science industry. We offer:
As a graduate of the #1 ranked sport science school in the world,* you will be prepared to be a leader in exercise and sport science, and allied fields, and can look forward to employment opportunities across multiple industries. Be ready for Australia's golden decade of sport,^ visit deakin.edu.au/sport-careers to discover the exciting range of careers that you could pursue.
*Shanghai Ranking's Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments 2021- 2022
^Australia is set to host over ten major global sporting events between 2022 - 2032
To complete the requirements for Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours), students must attain 32 credit points including:
* 16 credit points of core units
* 8 credit points of elective units (University open electives or from one or two major sequence/s)
* 8 credit points of Exercise and Sport Science Honours units
Students must also ensure they have met the following course rules to be eligible to graduate with a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours):
* A maximum of 10 credit points at level 1
* A minimum of 6 credit points at level 3
* HSE010 Exercise and Sport Laboratory Safety and DAI001 Academic Integrity Module (0-credit-point compulsory unit).
Honours year eligibility
To be eligible for a place in the Exercise and Sport Science Honours program, students will have:
* Completed the first three levels of the course (ie: they will have achieved 24 credit points)
* Achieve a WAM of a least 65 in all level 3 Deakin units
Students who met the honours eligibility and successfully complete the Honours year, will graduate with one-degree H353 Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours). Failure to meet the above WAM requirement will result in an alternative exit from H353 Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced (Honours) with a degree of H343 Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science provided the student meets the course requirements of H343. Students who do not wish to complete the honours year may also opt for the H343 Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science upon successful completion of the first three years.
24
Compulsory credit points
8
Elective units
32
Total
The University aims to provide students with as much credit as possible for approved prior study or informal learning which exceeds the normal entrance requirements for the course and is within the constraints of the course regulations. Students are required to complete a minimum of one-third of the course at Deakin University, or four credit points, whichever is the greater. In the case of certificates, including graduate certificates, a minimum of two credit points within the course must be completed at Deakin.
You can also refer to the Recognition of prior learning system which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree and how to apply for credit.