Course overview As a Sport and Exercise scientist you will have a strong understanding of the scientific principles underlying the benefits of physical activity with a skilled focus on the role of sport and exercise in the enhancement of health and human performance in occupational, educational, sport, exercise and wellness settings. A Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science equips you to: help individuals and athletes enhance their physical performance use sport, exercise and physical activity to help improve health and wellbeing assist with corporate and occupational wellness create and support exercise and physical activity promotions contribute to world-class sport and exercise science research. Successful applicants require Hepatitis B immunisation, current Queensland First Aid and CPR certificates plus a Suitability to Work with Children (Blue Card) and an Australian Federal Police check before undertaking placement. It is recommended that these requirements be completed by the end of your first semester/teaching period. Course highlights Sport and Exercise Science offers an incredible choice of career paths. JCU fast tracks you into the workforce with practical skills and experience blended with sound local knowledge. Climate and culture are important variables in the field. That is why JCU grounds your studies in local application, drawing on northern Queensland’s tropical climate and rich cultural heritage. Your studies will also include: practical work experience with experienced sport and exercise professionals working with a variety of people from community members to elite athletes assessment and creation of specialist exercise programs for a variety of people opportunities to be involved in international ranked research initiatives access to world-class technical, training and testing facilities. Career opportunities Upon graduation you’ll have freedom to choose from a variety of opportunities including: health and wellness management in private/community practices health promotion agencies hospital based scientists (e.g. cardiac or respiratory science) occupational health and safety sports training and rehabilitation exercise and sport science research and testing. This course is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA, NUCAP Accreditation). Graduates of this degree are eligible for ESSA professional membership.