Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours) (BENS(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2013
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2326
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences or equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
Fees for Australian students
Commonwealth Supported Place 2013:
Indicative annual fee 2013: AUD$ 5868
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 Faculty of Health Sciences.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
School of Human Movement Studies
Email: student.enquiries@hms.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 6240
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2013
Semester 1
Semester 2
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2326
Faculty
Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
View the
Course list
for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours).
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences or equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
CRICOS Code: 073760M
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. View the English proficiency policy.
Fees for International students
Indicative annual fee: AUD$ 25300
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.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
Enquiries for International students
Phone:
Online Enquiries (fast response): www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiry
Why study the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours)?
The Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours) is offered to students with a generalist background in the exercise sciences and nutrition sciences who wish to gain an honours qualification. This program offers students the opportunity to undertake research studies in a range of fields such as human movement studies (eg biomechanics, motor control, exercise physiology, sport and exercise psychology) and nutrition (eg food science, food and society, nutrition and disease). The degree will serve as an important entry point into postgraduate research higher degree programs.
What you can study
Courses
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours).
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences or equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged through the Faculty of Health Sciences.
Click here for application procedures for Australian students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
To commence study in semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences or equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 073760M
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.
To commence study in semester 2 - May 15 of the same year for Category 1 and 2 countries; April 15 of the same 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$ 5868
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$ 25300
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%.
To calculate the fees for any program, you will first need to choose the courses you wish to complete. To see all courses available please refer to the course list.
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.
Fee rules
View the 2013 Fee Rules.
Program Rules and Requirements
To complete the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours), a student must complete a requisite number of courses chosen from the course list and according to the Rules for the program.
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.
Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences or equivalent with a GPA of at least 5.5 or satisfy the Executive Dean that the student is suitably qualified to undertake honours.
See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences (Honours).
