Be part of a growing demand for graduates with training in the field of exercise and biomedical sciences. Victoria University's Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and Exercise Science is a dual disciplinary degree integrating biomedical science and exercise science into a compelling new area of study, covering:

• the fundamentals of biomedical science, exercise science, and physiology;
• how the structure and function of the body is influenced by exercise; and
• how it is impacted by disease.

You will learn to apply theoretical knowledge and analytical techniques to a range of practical scenarios including Learning in the Workplace and Community projects in industry, and community settings. You will also gain experience and develop a solid foundation in designing research methodologies, and performing analytical research by participating in active research as a team member.

Victoria University is equipped with new medical research facilities at Sunshine Hospital, and exercise and sport science facilities at the Footscray Park campus.

The course is closely linked with:

• The University’s Institute of Sports, Exercise and Active Living (ISEAL)
• Collaborative Research Network in partnership with the University of Melbourne and the Australian Institute of Musculoskeletal Science (AIMSS).

• Location:
  Footscray Park and St Albans
• College:
  College of Health and Biomedicine
• Study mode:
  Full Time
• Delivery mode:
  On campus
• Course code:
  SBEX
• Duration:
  3 years
• This information is for Australian residents.
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How to apply

• undertake further study in the fields of clinical exercise science, sports science, biomedical science, dietetics, education or other doctoral studies.
• equipped to work in scientific, research or sporting science organisations.

Learn more about your career options on the Australian government's Career Information and Resources website.

Upon completion of the course, students will have the knowledge and skills to demonstrate,

1. a broad knowledge of the fundamentals of biomedical science, exercise science and physiology.
2. the ability to apply this theoretical knowledge to practical situations in the laboratory simulated learning environments, and community and industry settings, sometimes as part of a research team.
3. the capability to independently design and develop a research proposal that:
   
   • demonstrates an understanding of the principles of scientific research, experiment design and project design.
   • develops skills in accessing, selecting, recording, reviewing and managing research data and research information.
   • critically analyses and synthizes research data and other information.
   • considers social, cultural, and environmental issues in the research design.
   • adopts ethical practice including preparing an application for ethics approval.
   • communicates information in oral and written forms to a range of associates including supervisors, peers, research teams; community and industry partners.

4. reflection of own learning and career goals and the development of strategies for achieving them.

This is a three year full time degree, totalling 288 credit points. It is mapped with specifically determined year 1 and year 2 units. It incorporates a 3rd year research project unit and two Third Year elective options for flexibility of training during the final year.

• Human Physiology 1

  Unit code

  RBM1518

  Credits

  12

• Chemistry for Biological Sciences A

  Unit code

  RCS1110

  Credits

  12

• Exercise Psychology

  Unit code

  AHE2100

  Credits

  12

• Structural Kinesiology

  Unit code

  AHE1101

  Credits

  12

• Human Physiology 2

  Unit code

  RBM1528

  Credits

  12

• Chemistry for Biological Sciences B

  Unit code

  RCS1120

  Credits

  12

• Biomechanics

  Unit code

  AHE1202

  Credits

  12

• Functional Kinesiology

  Unit code

  AHE2202

  Credits

  12

• Pathophysiology 1

  Unit code

  RBM2530

  Credits

  12

• Diet and Nutrition

  Unit code

  RBM2260

  Credits

  12

• Motor Learning

  Unit code

  AHE2127

  Credits

  12

• Growth Development and Ageing

  Unit code

  AHE2103

  Credits

  12

• Pathophysiology 2

  Unit code

  RBM2540

  Credits

  12

• Cardiorespiratory and Renal Physiology

  Unit code

  RBM2800

  Credits

  12

• Exercise Interventions for Healthy Populations

  Unit code

  AHE2006

  Credits

  12

• Motor Control

  Unit code

  AHE2200

  Credits

  12

• Medical Biochemistry

  Unit code

  RBM2560

  Credits

  12

• Advanced Nerve and Muscle Physiology

  Unit code

  RBM3264

  Credits

  12

• Advanced Exercise Physiology

  Unit code

  AHE3100

  Credits

  12

• Sports Biomechanics

  Unit code

  AHE2102

  Credits

  12

• Project

  Unit code

  RBM3910

  Credits

  12

• Exercise Biochemistry and Integrated Metabolism

  Unit code

  RBM3265

  Credits

  12

• Biomedical Science, Ethics and Values

  Unit code

  RBM3610

  Credits

  12

• Year 12: Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 25 in English (any), and a study score of at least 25 in any two of chemistry, biology, health and human development, physical education chemistry, or math (any). Middle band: A study score of at least 30 in chemistry, English (any), mathematics (any) or biology = an aggregate 3 points higher per study, to a max of 9 points. CY12: ENTER and two stage process with a middle band of approx 20%. NONY12: Academic record including GPA, VTAC Pi form.
• Mature: Academic record including GPA, VTAC Pi form