Undergraduate Certificate Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science
Charles Darwin University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00300K
The Undergraduate Certificate Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science is a one-year, part-time introductory course that offers you the opportunity to upskill, reskill and retrain in exercise and sport science.Available 100%% online or on campus, this course will equip you with core skills. It is also a direct pathway into higher education courses in exercise and sport science should you wish to continue studying.Apply by 26 February to save 20%% on course fees for 2021.* During this course you will learn about basics of human movement and how it applies to physical activity. The course is designed to support your learning needs and develop your study skills.On completing the Undergraduate Certificate Foundations of Exercise and Sport Science, you will be eligible to use the credits you've gained towards further study of a:Diploma of Exercise and Sport ScienceAssociate Degree of Exercise and Sport ScienceBachelor of Exercise and Sport ScienceYou may also use this Undergraduate Certificate as a pathway for entry into a variety of other higher education courses.Advanced standing may be granted for some or all of the subjects you successfully complete. If further study is your intention, be sure to check the requirements of your preferred undergraduate degree to determine how many credits you can transfer. * Discounted course fees for Undergraduate Certificates are only available to domestic students who apply by 26 February 2021 and enrol in Semester 1 2021. Refer to the fees tab for more information. Note: On current advice the Undergraduate Certificate must be completed by the end of 2021.
Structure
This 40-credit point course consist of two (2) core and two (2) specialist elective units. This course consists of a combination of introductory and first-year degree subjects, designed to help you develop core skills in exercise and sport science and the necessary skills for successful university studies.A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 40 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless indicated.Unit typeCredit PointsSpecific requirementsCore (2 units)20cpCompulsory Core units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below.SBI171 Anatomy and Physiology 1HSC132 Introduction Health PromotionSpecialist Elective(2 units) 20cpSpecialist Elective units totalling 20 credit points selected from one of the following specialisations below:SPE111 Physical Assessment, Exercise prescription and deliverySPE120 Essentials in Health and FitnessSBI172 Anatomy and Physiology 2SPE205 Biomechanics 1SPE210 Motor Control, Growth and DevelopmentSPE212 Applied coaching principles across the lifespanSPE261 Functional Anatomy 40cpTotal Credit Points
Subjects
- Science and The Environment
Standard entry requirements
Successful completion of the Northern Territory Certificate of Education and Training (or equivalent). Successful completion of a national qualification at Certificate III level or higher. Successful completion of at least 0.5 year of full-time study (or equivalent) of a higher education degree/diploma. Overseas secondary or tertiary qualifications considered equivalent to the above Australian qualifications. Attainment of a STAT Multiple Choice score of 125 or higher. Successful completion of a recognised tertiary preparation course. Submission of an acceptable personal competencies statement and/or employment experience.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Casuarina | Domestic: $3,180 | No |
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| CDU Online | Domestic: $3,180 | No |
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