Key facts
UNE unit code: EXSC120
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- 6
Unit information
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This unit is an introduction and overview of the multidisciplinary field of exercise and sports science. You will gain foundational knowledge across the major sub-disciplines, exploring exercise physiology, biomechanics, exercise and sport psychology, motor learning and control, health promotion and the sociocultural dimensions of exercise and sport.
This grounding in the field will give you an appreciation of how research informs professional practice and will highlight the career pathways and opportunities within the exercise and sport profession.
Offerings
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Teaching period | Mode/location |
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Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
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Notes
This unit requires students to organise 15 hours of observation within industry, aligned with their future career aspirations.
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate an understanding of foundational knowledge and scientific terminology related to the major sub-disciplines of exercise and sports science;
- identify the knowledge and professional skills necessary for a range of vocations within the exercise and sport industry;
- recall and explain important concepts on a range of topics within the exercise and sports science field; and
- apply critical thinking skills to evaluate and synthesise scientific research related to exercise and sports science to inform evidence-based practice.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
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Assessment 1 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Online quizzes No. Words: 500 (equiv) |
Assessment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Professional development plan. It is mandatory to pass this assessment in order to pass this unit. No. Words: 1000 |
Assessment 3 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Presentation. It is mandatory to pass this assessment in order to pass this unit. No. Words: 1500 |
Final Examination | Yes | 50% | All offerings | It is mandatory to pass this examination in order to pass this unit. |
Learning resources
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