Fast Facts
Location
Commencing
- Townsville: January, July
Fees
$11,980.00+
+estimated annual Commonwealth Supported Fee for a full-time study load
Plus Student Services and Amenities fee
Fee deferral and scholarships available if eligible
Currently displaying fees for 2025, which are subject to change in following years.
Duration
3 years full-time
3.5 years full-time for mid-year entry
Entry Requirements
ATAR 64
English (Units 3/4,C), General Maths, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Maths (Units 3/4)
Recommended Knowledge
One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health, Psychology or Physical Education (Units 3/4,C)
QTAC Codes
- 316111
Course detail
Be equipped with theoretical and practical skills to help individuals and athletes improve their physical performance, focussing on North Queensland’s tropical climate and cultural heritage.
Learn the scientific principles underlying the benefits of physical activity, focussing on the role of sport and exercise. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of sport and exercise science as you study in state-of-the-art facilities, including the Movement Analysis Lab and the JCU Performance Science Hub.
Benefit from practical work experience alongside industry professionals. Assess, design, and deliver specialist exercise programs for a variety of people, from community members to elite athletes.
JCU Sport and Exercise Science graduates are highly-competent, motivated, and career-ready professionals.
View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects, as well as pre-placement requirements.
About JCU's Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
Make a difference in the lives of individuals and communities. Help athletes enhance their performance, improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic conditions, or teach the next generation the importance of nutrition and exercise. Build critical thinking skills with a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (similar to a bachelor of sports science) from JCU.Learn from the Best
Your world-class education begins here, where you work with skilled lecturers committed to student success and partner with leaders in rehabilitation. You will participate in research that matters, learning about the processes of human physical activity and contributing to important international research initiatives. Gain practical experience and clinical skills in JCU's world-class training facilities throughout your exercise science degree. These include JCU’s Exercise Testing and Rehabilitation Clinic and the Movement Analysis Lab.Build foundational knowledge in areas like sports psychology, anatomy, physiology, nutrition and biomechanics. Working alongside specialists and experienced professionals, you will learn how to implement theory in a practical setting.
Move Beyond the Classroom
Experience has no substitute, and at JCU you gain valuable first-hand experience from the start when you study sports science. Along with opportunities to work in research, you will take part in clinical placements and work with people from different cultures and socioeconomic conditions. Learn how to design exercise programs for athletes or explore the intricacies of occupational wellness issues in corporations. Understand how to empower others to incorporate exercise as part of an overall wellness plan, and see first-hand how sports can make a difference in marginalised communities.Be Ready For Employment
A degree and a job are important, and as you study exercise science you will fast track your career goals and build your network of professional relationships. Be career-ready with the extensive practical experience that employers are looking for when you graduate with your exercise science bachelor degree. Your degree from JCU (which is similar to a bachelor of exercise and sport science) is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia, and you are eligible to join ESSA professionally upon graduation. Your sports science university degree opens many potential career paths. You could work in research or teaching or make a difference in the community by promoting community health. You could work in a hospital, partnering with doctors to help patients rehabilitate.Start Planning for Tomorrow
Whether you want to work in rural or urban areas, in community health or among athletes, your Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science from JCU (similar to a bachelor of exercise and sport science) will get you there. Get yourself ready for the jobs of tomorrow with a degree from JCU.Hide additional information
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are the identified abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours that must be demonstrated, during the learning experience, to successfully complete a course. These abilities, attributes, skills, and behaviours preserve the academic integrity of the University’s learning, assessment, and accreditation processes, and where applicable, meet the standards of a profession. For more information please review the inherent requirements for the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
Honours
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees. Please refer to the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) Handbook for eligibility information. Complete an application through our Online Application Portal.
JCU Sport and Exercise Science graduates are highly-skilled and are employed in a range of health-related industries.
Graduates pursue careers in various areas including health and wellness management, health promotion agencies, sports training and rehabilitation, hospital-based science, and occupational health and safety.
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science can enrol in a Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology, which can lead to employment as a clinical exercise physiologist. Alternatively, go on to study the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours).
Graduates of this course are eligible for professional membership with Exercise and Sports Science Australia.
Entry score threshold
These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in June each year. Meeting the threshold doesn't guarantee admission.
ATAR/Selection Rank: 64.00
Entry score range
This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science for Semester 1, 2024. The table includes offers deferred to Semester 1, 2024 which may have been assessed using the entry score threshold of an earlier year.
JCU Townsville
Without adjustments | With adjustments* | |
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Highest | 99.50 | 99.95 |
Median | 72.10 | 74.50 |
Lowest | 61.90 | 65.90 |
Notes:
<5 – indicates less than 5 OP/ATAR-based offers made.
* Refer to Adjustment Factors
Find out more about who you might study with by viewing this course’s student profile.
Adjustment factors
James Cook University applies bonus ranks under the Regional Preference Scheme and QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme (EAS). Learn more about JCU’s adjustment factors.
Estimated annual Commonwealth Supported fee: $AUD11,980.00
A Student Services and Amenities fee is payable per subject up to a maximum amount per year.
A variety of Scholarships are available to suit different student types.
JCU Prep provides a pathway into this course. Enrolling in this flexible program will enable you to meet entry requirements including subject pre-requisites and ATARs. Introductory academic subjects are also available to prepare you for tertiary study.
*Excludes entry into the Bachelor of Advanced Science, Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Laws, Bachelor of Marine Science, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Nursing Science – Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours), Bachelor of Physiotherapy, and Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Honours).
Note the course QTAC code for the location you've chosen. You'll need to enter it as part of your QTAC application.
Application dates vary between courses, whether they're delivered in semester, trimester or carousel study modes. View our Application due dates page for more information.
ATAR score is indicative only. Entry scores will be finalised in the major offer round.
Real stories
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Student
Kirsty Stevens
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
I like the idea of getting a more in-depth understanding of concepts related to sport and exercise, and I’m thoroughly enjoying the face-to-face components of this course. The lecturers are very friendly, and they care deeply about helping us to succeed. The compulsory kindergarten placement was also very beneficial.
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Student
Josiah McCarthy
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
What I like about JCU is that it has small class sizes so you get to know your lecturers. The lecturers really help you and give you great opportunities in the field that help further your career, such as internships, volunteering, and participating in research.
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Alumni
Adon Alves
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science
During my time at JCU we covered interesting subtopics in sport and exercise science, including biomechanics, motor learning, sport psychology, and strength and conditioning. All lecturers and tutors are passionate about their field which provided motivation and encouragement and helped me expand on my own interests.
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Lecturer
Associate Professor Fiona Barnett
Head, Sport and Exercise Science
Our program is a great way to learn about how to make a difference for individuals and communities. You’ll learn about the processes of human physical activity from skilled lecturers who are committed to student success. You'll also gain practical experience in world-class training facilities throughout your studies.
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Employer
Luke Gauci
Director, Mindset Performance Fitness Centre
It’s been good having JCU graduates as they bring skills that are up to date with the current information in the industry. In this industry, having staff who are JCU graduates is an extra qualification a lot of personal trainers don’t have. So I’ve gone out of my way to look for people with those qualifications.