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Australian Catholic University (ACU)

  • 12% international / 88% domestic

Bachelor of Exercise Science/Bachelor of Applied Public Health

  • Bachelor

This double degree combines core curricula from Exercise Science with that of Applied Public Health. Exercise Science core content provides an extensive knowledge base of how the human body works, from a psychological, anatomical, physiological, motor control and biomechanical perspective.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
4 years full-time
Course Code
079442K
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Apr, Jul
ATAR
58.5

About this course

This double degree combines core curricula from Exercise Science with that of Applied Public Health. Exercise Science core content provides an extensive knowledge base of how the human body works, from a psychological, anatomical, physiological, motor control and biomechanical perspective. Applied Public Health core content delivers a background in factors that determine health at the community and population level, and how these can be shaped to effect improvements in health.

The studies in Outdoor Recreation enable the application of this core knowledge base in the community and across populations through various settings, and allow students to understand the need for increased nature based play and engagement. There is a strong body of contemporary research that highlights the importance of the natural environments and their contribution to health and wellbeing.

Participation in these activities also offers the participants opportunities to engage in risk assessment, safety management and activities which build resilience. From a public health perspective, children, youth, and families must have the opportunity to incorporate the key concepts of risk, protection, and resilience in their lives to develop and maintain healthy life choices and wellbeing.


Entry requirements

An applicant must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent.

Study locations

Melbourne

Career pathways

Our graduates have pursued careers in:

  • national and international health agencies
  • state and federal government health departments
  • advocacy and aid organisations
  • public health projects and advocacy
  • health promotion
  • outdoor recreation
  • sports coaching
  • epidemiology
  • academic policy

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Health Services & Support courses at Australian Catholic University (ACU).
85.2%
Overall satisfaction
88.5%
Skill scale
72.5%
Teaching scale
68%
Employed full-time
$62.6k
Average salary