Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management (BExSS/BBusMan)
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
5 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2315
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management:
Entry requirements
OP/Rank 2012*
6/90
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
729502 - B Exercise&Sp Sc/B Bus Mgmt
Prerequisites
Applicants must have:
(i) Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics; and
(ii) Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 7824
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Human Movement Studies
Email: student.enquiries@hms.uq.edu.au
Phone: +61 7 3365 6240
Duration
5 Years full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
80
Program code
2315
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management:
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Applicants must have:
(i) Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics; and
(ii) Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 068265B
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 28250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
School of Human Movement Studies
Phone: +61 7 3365 6240
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Why study the Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management?
This dual program will provide human movement studies graduates in exercise science with the skills to manage the increasing demand for commercial physical activity and sport ventures.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management:
- Course list for the Bachelor of Business Management
- Course list for the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences
Placement courses
Minimum of 500 hours of field experience related to exercise science in community, clinical, corporate, fitness, health or sport setting. Offered in 1st, 2nd and Summer Semester.
Honours
Honours is a modified program of study in year 4 and 5, with entry based on grade point average.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
* OP/Rank for entry into a program may change for 2013 admissions.
QTAC Code(s)
729502 - B Exercise&Sp Sc/B Bus Mgmt
Prerequisites
Applicants must have:
(i) Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics; and
(ii) Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C.
Additional application information
Students undertaking this dual degree must select the Physical Activity major in the Bachelor of Business Management degree.
Students who work with children as part of a required placement course, must have a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) before they begin their placement. Contact the School of Human Movement Studies for information on obtaining a Blue Card.
For more information about the School of Human Movement Studies please visit http://www.hms.uq.edu.au/
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Applicants must have:
(i) Year 12 or equivalent English and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics; and
(ii) Mathematics A or any combination of Mathematics A, B or C. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 068265B
International students must undertake this program on campus at UQ on a full time basis to be eligible to apply for an Australian student visa. Please contact UQ International.
Click here for more information on applying for a visa.
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Please check your country's category with the Department of Immigration and Citizenship.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 7824
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Students' actual annual fees may vary in accordance with their choices of majors and electives and whether they study in Summer Semester. The University reviews fees annually.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 28250
Indicative annual fees are calculated on the basis of two full-time semesters only. Actual annual fees may vary in accordance with your choices of majors and electives and whether you study in Summer Semester. Tuition fees are indexed each year. The indexation rate is fixed 18 months in advance of a particular academic year thereby allowing you to plan your finances ahead of time. The University's intent is that fee rate increases will be kept to a minimum and that indexation rates will remain stable wherever possible. Since 2007 the indexation rate has remained at or less than 4%.
Fees calculator
Select the Fees Calculator to guide you through a series of options allowing you to select details of courses you are interested in studying to estimate your fees for a semester.
Additional costs
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management
Careers
Completion of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Sciences section of this dual degree prepares students to become an Exercise Physiologist. However, accreditation through the Australian Association of Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS) will require further studies.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following professional bodies:
- Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation
- Australian Human Resources Institute
- Australian Institute of Management
- Australian Institute of Valuers and Land Economists
- Australian Marketing Institute
- Economic Society of Australia
- Exercise & Sports Science Australia
- Industrial Relations Society of Australia
- Meeting Industry Association of Australia
- Market Research Society of Australia
- Real Estate Institute of Queensland
While this degree may be accredited by an official industry accreditation body in Australia, completion of the degree may not result in graduates receiving automatic accreditation. Please contact the relevant registration body for details of any conditions for accreditation.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelors of Exercise and Sport Sciences/Business Management
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland rules, particularly the General Award Rules, which govern the conduct of UQ programs. Students will find a link to the General Award Rules, and other University rules, on the University Rules page.
A student is required to obtain #80 comprising -
- #36 from the BBusMan including -
(i) #24 of compulsory courses in Group 1; and
(ii) #12 from the physical activity major in Group 2 (#6 must be at level 3); and - #44 from the BExSS list.
