Program Overview

 The Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) focuses on human performance as well as the roles and benefits of exercise and physical activity.
 
You will gain a foundation in sport sciences as it relates to human movement and sport performance including fundamental concepts in exercise physiology, biomechanics, motor control and exercise programming and prescription. Develop skills in physiological testing procedures, biomechanical analyses to measure a range of parameters relating to physical activity, exercise and sport performance. You’ll also have opportunities to gain experiences in a number of health workplace settings embedded into your degree.
 
You’ll graduate with a strong academic base in both sport and health science disciplines related to human movement, physical activity and performance and be well equipped to undertake further postgraduate study in research, high performance sport or other allied health degrees. Further study opportunities include Bachelor of Health Science (Honours), Master of Strength and Conditioning, Master of Occupational Therapy and Master of Physiotherapy.

Study a Bachelor of Health Science (Human Movement) at UC and you will:

• Work individually, collaboratively and ethically while building professional networks in the health sector.
• Translate and communicate discipline specific knowledge to a variety of health-related audiences such as professionals, government and non-government representatives and clients.
• Develop and apply critical analysis skills to a range of contemporary health related issues 
• Develop technical, technological and communication skills to provide health or sport solutions for increasing complex problems.
• Design, apply and evaluate appropriate interventions for improved health or performance outcomes. 
• Apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations in laboratory simulated learning environments, and community and industry settings, independently and as part of a team.
• Analyse and explain the impact of physical activity on human development and performance. 

Core Major: Health Science

The Health Science program is a great introduction to the health industry and is designed to help graduates gain employment in a health-related area. Students gain career-ready skills by completing projects focused on real-world scenarios as well as the embedded work integrated learning opportunities. The flexibility and student-driven focus of this degree allows students to follow their passion for health and wellbeing. The program aims to produce graduates with a strong academic base in health science disciplines, with the capacity to apply knowledge and skills in an ethical, fair and respectful manner.

With a strong foundation in anatomy and physiology and an introduction to research skills, you will be able to apply the fundamentals of health science to a range of health contexts. Your professional orientation to the health disciplines along with opportunities to work in several health settings, provides you with real-world opportunity within the health industry.