Why Bachelor of Human Movement?
Movement is crucial for humans. It’s not just good for our physical health; it boosts our mood and helps us manage stress better. Competitive sports can be lifechanging for people of all ages – but especially young people in our community.
For those with an interest in health and a passion for helping others, there are important roles you can pursue nurturing individual and public wellbeing. You’ll be equipped to work with people in clubs, camps and community centres. Your expertise will be valued – and needed.
Support individuals to grow and succeed. Instil healthy habits early in young people's lives. Help them access skills, community and personal growth through sport and movement.
Overview
In our Bachelor of Human Movement, you’ll learn how to teach people of all ages the value and joy of movement.
You’ll explore human anatomy, physiology, growth and motor development. Study contributing factors when it comes to health – for both individuals and communities. Build research, critical thinking and data analysis skills.
The Secondary Health and Physical Education major gives you the necessary education and training for you to be eligible to apply for entry into our Master of Teaching. It covers health and PE content, as well as some pedagogy courses.
Learn teaching and coaching principles. Explore contemporary issues impacting young people. Build the skills to plan and facilitate relevant, engaging and inclusive physical experiences – from team sports to dance and outdoor adventures.
You’ll graduate ready for roles in community centres, sports camps and corporate settings. Or, continue on to the Master of Teaching to lead secondary health and physical education in Australian schools.
Key features
Learn how to run fitness tests and prescribe training programs.- Get real-world experience through practical, hands-on courses.
- Study in purpose-built spaces with specialised equipment.
- Develop your own personal teaching and coaching philosophy.
- Gain cross-cultural competency, communication and teamwork skills.
- Build a solid foundation for your transition into the Master of Teaching.
What you'll learn
Our Bachelor of Human Movement focuses on proven, sustainable ways to boost human health and wellbeing. You'll learn why people move and what affects their ability to do so.
You’ll study human anatomy and physiology, and investigate growth and motor development. Explore determinants of health – from genetics to language and culture. Build research, communication, teamwork, data analysis and critical thinking skills. Learn how to conduct physiological fitness testing and prescribe evidence-based training programs.
In the Secondary Health and Physical Education major, you’ll learn how to deliver physical activities to people of all ages, including secondary school students aligned with the Australian curriculum.
You’ll explore teaching and coaching principles, and how to apply them when working with groups. Unpack issues affecting young people – including alcohol and drugs, sexual health, relationships and mental health.
You’ll understand how to plan and facilitate relevant, engaging and inclusive sport experiences. Explore the benefits of outdoor adventure education for personal development, health and wellbeing, group development, environmental learning, social justice and sustainable living.
You’ll also study:
- Outdoor leadership
- Dance and alternative movement forms
- Physical activity and health
- Motor development and ageing
- Biomechanics of human movement
- Exercise physiology
- Motor control and learning
- Performance analysis and player monitoring
- Group and team leadership.
You’ll undertake a Human Movement Practicum, where you’ll gain hands-on practical experience. This will build your career readiness, professionalism and reflective skills.
You will be free to choose your own electives, but we recommend that you select courses from a second learning area for teaching. This means subjects that can be studied in secondary schools, such as history, science, drama or visual arts.
Majors
The Bachelor of Human Movement is also available with majors in the following:
What courses you'll study
Complete 144 units comprising:
- 66 units for Core courses, and
- 48 units for one Major from Majors, and
- 6 units for all Work integrated learning, and
- 24 units for Electives
Complete 66 units comprising:
- 18 units from Common core, and
- 48 units for all Program core
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
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Course name
An Ethically Rich Life
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Course code
COREX001
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Units
6
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Course name
Fact or Fiction: Data for Everyone
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Course code
COREX002
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Units
6
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Course name
Igniting Change: Ideas to Action
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Course code
COREX003
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Units
6
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Course name
Proppa Ways, Future Practice
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Course code
COREX004
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Units
6
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Course name
Responsible AI: Bridging Ethics, Education and Industry
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Course code
COREX005
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Units
6
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Course name
Ways of Being, Ways of Seeing
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Course code
COREX006
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Units
6
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| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Course name
Exercise Physiology 1
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Course code
HBIO1000
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Units
6
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Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology A
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Course code
HBIO1002
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Units
6
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Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology B
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Course code
HBIO1003
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Units
6
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Course name
Motor Control and Learning
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Course code
HBIO2061
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Units
6
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Course name
Physical Activity and Health
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Course code
HLTH1003
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Units
6
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Course name
Motor Development and Ageing
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Course code
HUMV1001
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Units
6
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Course name
Biomechanics of Human Movement
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Course code
HUMV2002
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Units
6
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Course name
Group and Team Leadership
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Course code
PSIO3002
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Units
6
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| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
 |
Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology A
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Course code
HBIO1002
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Units
6
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Course name
Physical Activity and Health
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Course code
HLTH1003
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Units
6
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Course name
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
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Course code
SPOR2005
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology B
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Course code
HBIO1003
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Units
6
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Course name
Motor Development and Ageing
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Course code
HUMV1001
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Units
6
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Course name
Teaching and Coaching
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Course code
SPOR2004
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Units
6
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Course name
Dance and Alternative Movement Forms
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Course code
HUMV3003
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Units
6
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| Year 2 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
Sport Practice
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Course code
EDUC3008
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Units
6
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Course name
Active Lifestyles
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Course code
SPOR2003
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Units
6
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Course name
Exercise Physiology 1
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Course code
HBIO1000
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Units
6
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Course name
Motor Control and Learning
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Course code
HBIO2061
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
Biomechanics of Human Movement
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Course code
HUMV2002
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Units
6
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Course name
Outdoor Leadership Theory and Practice
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Course code
SOCI2006
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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| Year 3 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
Health and Relationships Education
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Course code
HUMV3005
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Units
6
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Course name
Human Movement Practicum
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Course code
HUMV3900
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring
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Course code
SOCI3003
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
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Course name
Group and Team Leadership
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Course code
PSIO3002
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Complete 48 units for ALL of the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Course name
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
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Course code
SPOR2005
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Units
6
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Course name
Teaching and Coaching
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Course code
SPOR2004
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Units
6
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|
Course name
Active Lifestyles
|
Course code
SPOR2003
|
Units
6
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|
Course name
Dance and Alternative Movement Forms
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Course code
HUMV3003
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Units
6
|
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Course name
Sport Practice
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Course code
EDUC3008
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Units
6
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|
Course name
Outdoor Leadership Theory and Practice
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Course code
SOCI2006
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Units
6
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Course name
Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring
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Course code
SOCI3003
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Units
6
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Course name
Health and Relationships Education
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Course code
HUMV3005
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Units
6
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| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology A
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Course code
HBIO1002
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Units
6
|
|
Course name
Physical Activity and Health
|
Course code
HLTH1003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
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Course code
SPOR2005
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Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology B
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Course code
HBIO1003
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Units
6
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Course name
Motor Development and Ageing
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Course code
HUMV1001
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Units
6
|
|
Course name
Teaching and Coaching
|
Course code
SPOR2004
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Dance and Alternative Movement Forms
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Course code
HUMV3003
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Units
6
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| Year 2 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
|
Course name
Sport Practice
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Course code
EDUC3008
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Active Lifestyles
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Course code
SPOR2003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Exercise Physiology 1
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Course code
HBIO1000
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Motor Control and Learning
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Course code
HBIO2061
|
Units
6
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| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
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Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Biomechanics of Human Movement
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Course code
HUMV2002
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Outdoor Leadership Theory and Practice
|
Course code
SOCI2006
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
| Year 3 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
|
Course name
Health and Relationships Education
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Course code
HUMV3005
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Human Movement Practicum
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Course code
HUMV3900
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring
|
Course code
SOCI3003
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
Group and Team Leadership
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Course code
PSIO3002
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Complete 6 units for ALL of the following:
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Course name
Human Movement Practicum
|
Course code
HUMV3900
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Units
6
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| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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|
Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology A
|
Course code
HBIO1002
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Physical Activity and Health
|
Course code
HLTH1003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
|
Course code
SPOR2005
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology B
|
Course code
HBIO1003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Motor Development and Ageing
|
Course code
HUMV1001
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Teaching and Coaching
|
Course code
SPOR2004
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Dance and Alternative Movement Forms
|
Course code
HUMV3003
|
Units
6
|
| Year 2 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
|
Course name
Sport Practice
|
Course code
EDUC3008
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Active Lifestyles
|
Course code
SPOR2003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Exercise Physiology 1
|
Course code
HBIO1000
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Motor Control and Learning
|
Course code
HBIO2061
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Biomechanics of Human Movement
|
Course code
HUMV2002
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Outdoor Leadership Theory and Practice
|
Course code
SOCI2006
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
| Year 3 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
|
Course name
Health and Relationships Education
|
Course code
HUMV3005
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Human Movement Practicum
|
Course code
HUMV3900
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring
|
Course code
SOCI3003
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
Group and Team Leadership
|
Course code
PSIO3002
|
Units
6
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|
Course name
|
Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Course name
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Course code
-
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Units
6
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Complete 24 units for either of the following:
- 24 units from University-wide electives, or
- 24 units from Program electives: Secondary Health and Physical Education major
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Course name
Coastal Environments
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Course code
BIOL2065
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Units
6
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Course name
Leadership in Bush Environments
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Course code
SPOR3005
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Units
6
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Course name
Leadership in Aquatic Environments
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Course code
SPOR3006
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Units
6
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Course name
Outdoor Leadership for Country and Wellbeing
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Course code
SPOR3008
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Units
6
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Course name
Professional Practice in Outdoor Leadership
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Course code
SPOR3009
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Units
6
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Notes
Program electives: Secondary Health and Physical Education major - These electives can only be chosen if studying SECHLBHUMM - Secondary Health and Physical Education
| Course name | Course code | Units | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
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Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology A
|
Course code
HBIO1002
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Physical Activity and Health
|
Course code
HLTH1003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Foundations of Outdoor Leadership
|
Course code
SPOR2005
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
Human Anatomy and Physiology B
|
Course code
HBIO1003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Motor Development and Ageing
|
Course code
HUMV1001
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Teaching and Coaching
|
Course code
SPOR2004
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Dance and Alternative Movement Forms
|
Course code
HUMV3003
|
Units
6
|
| Year 2 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
|
Course name
Sport Practice
|
Course code
EDUC3008
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Active Lifestyles
|
Course code
SPOR2003
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Exercise Physiology 1
|
Course code
HBIO1000
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Motor Control and Learning
|
Course code
HBIO2061
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Biomechanics of Human Movement
|
Course code
HUMV2002
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Outdoor Leadership Theory and Practice
|
Course code
SOCI2006
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
| Year 3 | |||
| Semester 1 | |||
|
Course name
Health and Relationships Education
|
Course code
HUMV3005
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Human Movement Practicum
|
Course code
HUMV3900
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
Performance Analysis and Player Monitoring
|
Course code
SOCI3003
|
Units
6
|
| Semester 2 | |||
|
Course name
Group and Team Leadership
|
Course code
PSIO3002
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
|
Units
6
|
|
Course name
|
Course code
-
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Units
6
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Career outcomes
You’ll graduate with specialised knowledge and practical skills in human health and physical education. This will ensure a strong foundation – and a competitive edge – for the Master of Teaching at Adelaide University.
Even without further study, however, you’ll be qualified for a range of fun and impactful roles supporting community health.
You could be an outdoor education instructor, leading adventure tours for schools, corporate teams or clubs. You might be a coach in a community sports program. Perhaps you’ll work for a local youth organisation like Youth Inc. SASY, Whitelion or Youth Opportunities, helping young people reach their goals and undertake action-learning in the real world.
You could also be a:
- Youth sports coordinator
- Health promotion officer
- Human movement practitioner
- Community and allied health worker
- Wellness coach
- Corporate program coordinator
- Sport development officer
- Recreational program manager
- Adventure therapy facilitator.
Industry trends
It has been shown that physical activity is 1.5 times more effective than counselling – or leading medications – for managing mental health challenges (British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2022). Movement improves symptoms of depression, anxiety and distress.
With mental health issues on the rise in society, especially for teenagers and young people, this is something we should be leveraging more strongly to support the health and wellbeing of our communities.
With your skills in health, movement and education, you’ll be perfectly positioned to do exactly that. You can make the most of our dire need for health interventions – finding new and innovative ways to get people moving their bodies.
Ready to apply?
Please note that a non-refundable application fee of AUD$150 applies for every application submitted to Adelaide University.
Your study experience and support
Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.
You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.
Student services
We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:
- Career advice and mentoring services
- Personal counselling
- LGBTQIA+ support
- Academic support
- Fees and finance help
- Security services
- Accommodation services
- Common rooms
- Prayer rooms.
You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.
Your campus
You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.
Study hours
Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.
Assessment
During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include:
- Case studies
- Essays and assignments
- Examinations
- Group projects
- Internships and placements
- Practicals
- Presentations
- Reports and project documentations
- Research projects
- Workplace and classroom contributions.
