Did you know that running, or swift walking uses the major muscle groups, making it the most efficient form of cardiovascular exercise? Or running as an all-round form of exercise is used in the treatment of mental illness and depression?

If you are into sports or simply interested in sports and health from a scientific point of view, this course will provide you with revealing insights into the world of sport science. It will give you expertise in:

• Human anatomy
• Exercise physiology
• Biomechanics
• Motor skill learning
• Psychology of human performance

Besides the theory, we will give you practical experience designed to develop vocational, research, organisational and communication skills all of which will turn you out to be well –grounded, highly marketable graduates.

Armed with a Bachelor of Science (Sport Science) or a Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Human Performance) degree, you would be “in the running” for exciting job opportunities such as:

• Fitness industry – fitness centre manager
• Local government – recreation officer
• Health science and exercise rehabilitation – health promotion officer
• Occupational health and safety – health and safety officer
• Marketing/management – sports marketing consultant
• Corporate sector – worksite health consultant
• Public service – public health project officer
• Rehabilitation – exercise rehabilitation specialist
   

The University’s Accolades

• University of Western Australia (UWA) belongs to the prestigious Group of Eight, a collaboration of the top research universities in Australia
• UWA scored five stars ratings for research intensity and student to staff ratios. In relation to undergraduate students, it scored five stars for difficulty to get in and positive graduate outcomes and a four star rating for success in getting a job and graduate starting salaries. (Good Universities Guide, 2008)
• UWA has been ranked 47th of the Top 100 World Universities. (University of Shanghai Jiaotong, Institute of Higher Education and Social Research, 2008 Academic Ranking in the field of Life and Agricultural Sciences)
• UWA has been ranked first in Australia for the quality of its undergraduate students and second for the quality of its undergraduate programmes. (Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research, 2006)
• A World Top 100 University. (Newsweek, 2006)
• Nobel Prize Winning University – Professor Barry Marshall and Emeritus Professor Robin Warren for Physiology or Medicine 2005

Course Structure

• The course consist of 24 units; each  amounting to 6 credit points
• 2 semesters in year; April and September
• 1 module is taught over 8 weeks

Course Outline

Delivery of modules may not follow the sequence as shown and subject to change.

^Or Calculus C (MATH1050), subject to the Faculty approval

Facilities at PSB Academy

Students undertaking this degree will also enjoy an interactive teaching, lab-oriented learning and well-designed curriculum provide a total learning experience, and preparing you for real world situations. Over 40% of the total curriculum is focused on practical training.

PSB Academy believes in offering our students the best possible education utilising the most state-of-the-art facilities. Our S$2 million laboratory facilities provide our students with the best learning environment and cutting edge equipment.

PSB Academy Life Science, Chemistry and Sport Science Laboratories

Duration

The course can be completed within an estimated minimum period of 4 years. For those with exemptions, this course may be completed within a shorter period.

Assessment and Examination

Students are given a unit outline at the commencement of each unit. The unit outline provides the assessment mode and weightings for the unit. Most units have several points of assessments, which may include laboratory assignments, projects, mid-term examinations and final examinations.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry score for The University of Western Australia’s Bachelor of Science course are:

• GCE ‘A’ Level and STPM (subject to the University's admission guidelines); or
• Local Polytechnic Diploma in any discipline may be considered for entry; or
• Preparatory Course for Life Sciences with an average ‘C’ grade, with a grade no lower than 'D' in any of the units

Language Proficiency

Please note that all students must also meet the following minimum English proficiency requirements:

• C6 or better for GCE ‘O’ Level; or
• 570 (paper-based total) and 230 (computer-based total) in TOEFL with Essay Rating/TWE of 4.5 or Internet-based Test (iBT): An overall score of 90 with a minimum score of 22 in the Writing section and no less than 20 in the other sections; or
• 6.5 in IELTS with no band less than 6.0; or
• ‘C’ grade for the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English

Other Prerequisites

• GCE ‘A’ Level Mathematics or equivalent is also a pre-requisite for entry to the BSc programmes
• Successful applicants without adequate Mathematics will be advised to undertake Calculus C (MATH1050) instead of Organisational Behaviour (MGMT1160)
• Advanced standing may be granted for relevant polytechnic diploma holders subject to the University’s assessment

Graduation Requirements

For more information on graduation requirements, please click here: http://courses.handbooks.uwa.edu.au/courses?section=finder&finder=12,25&title=Bachelor's+degrees.

Availability

April, September every year

Course Fees

Graduates of PSB Academy can enjoy fee rebates for subsequent courses. Please contact your Admissions Officer for further details.

* All fees inclusive of 7% GST and subject to change annually
* Course fee excludes textbooks, lab coats and safety goggles
* Click here to view other charges for students

- updated on 27 July 2010