Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)

Awards & Accreditation

• 5-star Rating for Teaching Quality, Generic Skills and Overall Satisfaction - 2011 Good Universities Guide
• Awarded the prestigious Ashley Goldsworthy Award for Sustained Collaboration between Business & Higher Education in the fields of research & development and education & training – 2010 Business Higher Education Round Table (B-HERT)
• ECU's Professor Ralph Martins was named Western Australia Australian of the Year 2010. Professor Martins is one of the world's leading researchers into Alzheimer's disease.
• A member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities, Australian Vice-Chancellor's Committee and National Unified Systems of Australian Universities
• A track record of technology-based learning systems that are amongst the most advanced in Australia
• A number of winners for the Faculty Medal for Outstanding Achievement was from SMa Institute – Edwin Soh from the Engineering programme in 2008 and Choo Hui Cheng from the Sports Science programme in 2010

Introduction

The Exercise and Sports Science Degree is designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain an in-depth knowledge and sound practical skills in a variety of disciplines taught within the programme. The degree has specialised teaching and research facilities in the areas of Anatomy, Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology, Motor Control, Psychology and Exercise of Sport, Rehabilitation, Skill Acquisition and Strength Conditioning.

Structure & Content

This programme consists of sixteen (16) core units, six (6) minor units and two (2) elective units delivered in a modular structure to suit the schedule of busy professionals. Students may be granted advanced standings depending on the entry qualification(s).

Core units (16 units)

• EBH1101 Human Anatomy
• EBH1102 Human Physiology
• SPS1108 Foundations of Social Psychology
• SPS1104 Principles of Exercise Programming
• NUT1121 Human Nutrition
• SPS2107 Acquisition of Skill
• SPS2201 Physiology of Exercise 1 (Cardiorespiratory)
• SPS2202 Care and Prevention of Injuries
• SPS3303 Motor Control
• NUT3215 Exercise Nutrition
• SPS2103 Sports Biomechanics 1
• SPS2203 Principles and Practices of Resistance Training
• SPS3204 Sports Biomechanics 2^
• SPS3301 Physiology of Exercise 2^ (Applied Physiology)
• SPS2301 Exercise Rehabilitation
• SPS3101 Psychology of Sport & Exercise

Minor units (6 units)

• HST1120 Introduction to Health Promotion*
• SPS3203 Human Movement and Disability
• HST1121 Personal Health*
• SPS2108 Physical Activity and Health
• SPS2303 Sports Science Applications 2
• SPS3105 Advanced Resistance Training

Elective Units (2 units)

• SPS1107 Sports Science Applications 1
• SPS2204 Special Topics in Exercise and Sports Science*

* This unit is delivered online.
^ Student will be required to go on-campus for a period of two weeks.

Duration

Depending on entry qualification, the minimum duration of completion is two (2) years.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should possess one (1) of the following:

• GCE ‘A’ level (minimum of five (5) points for entry)
• Diploma from a recognised institution
• Higher Nitec

Applicants with any other relevant qualifications or professional experience may also apply. Admission will be assessed by the university on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants will be required to provide satisfactory evidence of their competency in English subject to the University’s approval.

Assessment Method

Most units will be assessed by written assignment(s) and an examination.

Intakes

February / October

Programme Fees

The programme fees cover school registration, course notes, selected articles, assignments, main examinations, degree certificate upon completion and transcript. Programme fees are due and payable as follows:

* Fee includes course application and student's pass application processing. Fee does not include student's pass issuance fee imposed by Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA). All fees stated are subject to prevailing GST and in Singapore dollars. Fees should be made payable to "SMa Institute of Higher Learning Pte Ltd" in accordance with the above schedule. Candidates who do not comply with the fee schedule will not be permitted to proceed with the programme.

For a full schedule of the miscellaneous fees, please click here: http://www.sma.edu.sg/MiscellaneousFees.pdf

Application Procedure

Edith Cowan University takes about three (3) weeks to process each application. Therefore, it is advisable for potential students to submit application at least six (6) weeks before the commencement of each intake. All applications must be submitted to SMa Institute of Higher Learning (SMa Institute) before the closing date. Each application package must contain the following items:

1) A duly completed application form affixed with one (1) passport-size photograph
2) Certified true copies of highest academic qualifications and relevant transcripts
3) Photocopy of NRIC (front and back)
4) Resume required for matured candidates

Last update: 28 Feb 2011