Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours)

2025 Deakin University Handbook

Year	2025 course information
Award granted	Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours)
Deakin course code	H442
Faculty	Faculty of Health
Campus	Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Online	No
Duration	1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Course Map - enrolment planning tool	This course map is for new students commencing from Semester 1 2025 Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
CRICOS course code	062176G Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition	The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 8
Orientation for this course is mandatory and it normally takes place the week prior to semester starts; i.e. the first week of February.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

Advance your knowledge of exercise and sports science by undertaking an honours degree at Deakin.

Designed for students with a strong undergraduate academic record, the honours year combines coursework and an original piece of research under the guidance of a supervisor. You will gain an understanding of research methods and design as well as experience in project planning and implementation.

Graduates may apply to enter masters and PhD by research programs.

Examples of previous honours research pieces include:

How does physical activity in childhood improve the adult heart?
Can we monitor firefighters fatigue on the job in the same way we monitor our athletes?
Influence of game characteristics on decision making in AFL umpires

Indicative student workload

You should be able to commit 35 hours a week to your honours degree.

Professional recognition

Not applicable

Career opportunities

The course provides four credit points of research training and four credit points of applied research project, therefore directly fostering the skills and capabilities required for progression to higher degrees by research and then to roles involving research in industry or academia. For students not wishing to pursue a research-focussed career pathway, the course equips them with research project management, problem solving, critical appraisal and high-quality communication skills to assist with employability in a range of health or other sectors.

Participation requirements

Engagement with online course material and scheduled classes (on campus). Regular meeting with project supervisors. On campus participation in other course events as required.

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.

Pathways

This course is a pathway into Higher Degrees by Research.

Course Learning Outcomes

Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes	Course Learning Outcomes
Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities	Acquire advanced knowledge of the philosophies, ethics, methods and principles of research in one or more discipline areas of practice in food science and nutrition/exercise and sports science. Apply this knowledge to plan and execute a substantial research project.
Communication	Demonstrate advanced oral and written communication skills in the clear and coherent communication of research questions, design and outcomes to a diverse audience.
Digital literacy	Acquire advanced skills in using digital technologies to research, analyse, synthesise and disseminate evidence-based information to an academic audience and specialists in the field of food science and nutrition/exercise and sports science. Use appropriate technologies to manage data and apply methodologies applicable for the exercise and sports sciences.
Critical thinking	Employ intellectual independence to critically analyse, evaluate and synthesise scientific literature and to apply appropriate methodologies and analytical techniques to answer the research question. Apply advanced theoretical knowledge to interpret outcomes and to identify how they contribute to advancing the field of food science and nutrition/exercise and sports science.
Problem solving	Identify an original research question and, under supervision, apply appropriate theories and methodologies to address this question in an ethical manner.
Self-management	Take initiative to identify personal learning goals and needs in order to undertake and manage an independent research project including the communication of research outcomes.
Teamwork	Contribute constructively and collaboratively as a member of research and professional team of specialists, peers, academics and others from a range of disciplines and backgrounds.
Global citizenship	Apply ethical standards governing research and professional practice in the field of food science and nutrition/exercise and sports science whilst maintaining confidentiality, and respecting inclusive, cultural sensitivities.

Course rules

To complete the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours) students must pass 8 credit points and meet the following course rules to be eligible to graduate:

DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period
8 credit points of core units
- including 4 credit points of an independent research project

Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. See the enrolment codes and terminology to help make sense of the University’s vocabulary.

Note:

Attendance and presentation at the School Honours Conference is a hurdle requirement.

Course structure

Core units

Semester 1

DAI001

Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points)

HBS400

Research Methods

HSE401

Developing Research Skills

Semester 2

HSE403

Honours Research Project - Part A

HSE404

Honours Research Project - Part B

Work experience

Individual Honours research projects may involve industry partnership projects where students will be able to conduct some of their studies within the workplace.

Course duration

Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.

Further information

Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.

Contact Student Central

Research and research-related study

All 8 credit points of the course are comprised of research-related study (2 x 2 credit point units) or research. 100% of the course’s research and research-related study is specifically assessed.

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, and their study discipline or your study load.

Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.

Estimate your fees

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