Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) (BHSPE(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2016
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2372
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English, Maths A, B or C and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Before undertaking placement, students are required to provide proof of immunisation against certain diseases, as per the School's immunisation schedule.
Before undertaking placement, students must obtain and thereafter hold for the duration of the program a valid First Aid Certificate (including CPR).
Before commencing a course in which children or young people may be involved, students must obtain and thereafter hold for the duration of the program a valid Blue card.
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
School of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences
Email: hmns@uq.edu.au
Phone: +61 7 3365 6240
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2372
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English, Maths A, B or C and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 082625K
English Proficiency
IELTS score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours)?
This program will prepare you to teach young people about the importance of being healthy and the fun of participating in sports and physical activities. Be a leader in your field and encourage students from all backgrounds to understand their fitness and health and develop a lifelong love of being active.
You will encourage young people to explore a range of sport and physical activities, develop self-esteem and acquire social skills including decision-making and problem-solving. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the sciences behind human movement including biomechanics, motor development, skill acquisition and exercise physiology.
Study at the university that has the longest history of physical education teaching in Australia, at one of the best human movement and nutrition sciences schools known around the world for its leading research and expert staff. You will be confident with over 100 days of professional teaching experience including a full school term in your fourth year in variety of settings including primary, secondary and special needs.
You will graduate with a highly respected honours qualification and qualify with the Queensland College of Teachers as specialists teachers of physical education, health education and junior science.
What you can study
The Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) is designed to prepare you for a career in health and physical education (HPE) as well as professional practice in sport education and related areas (e.g. health promotion, sports coaching, recreation and sports development).
In year 1 and 2, you will gain a strong foundation in the sub-disciplines of human movement studies. You'll study the complex and diverse nature of human movement from physiological, biomechanical, socio-cultural, psychological, pedagogical (teaching) and health perspectives.
In year 3, you will learn about teaching health, sport and physical activity, in both school and community environments. There are professional placements in schools in years 3 and 4 with the "major practicum" being part of the final year. These placements provide opportunities to work with students and experience professional life in schools.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Placement courses
Students will undertake over 100 days of supervised practical teaching experience in a range of settings including primary, secondary and special needs schools. During their placements, students will have the opportunity to apply their theoretical knowledge acquired through coursework to practice and develop their clinical skills in real life setting.
Students will commence their practical teaching experience in year 3 of the program. During the third year, students will undertake sessional practical experiences (e.g. motor active clinic) as well as practical teaching experience. The practical teaching experience includes observing a primary school program for 5 days, participating as a staff member at a secondary school for at least 25 days and spending one day per week at a primacy school planning and implementing Health Sport and Physical Education (HPE) lessons.
During year 4, students are immersed in the life of a school for 12 weeks and in particular the HPE department. By week five of this placement, students will be teaching a full load in HPE and Junior Science.
Students may be required to undertake clinical placements outside of the Brisbane metropolitan area and students are required to fund their travel, accommodation and daily living expenses.
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English, Maths A, B or C and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Before undertaking placement, students are required to provide proof of immunisation against certain diseases, as per the School's immunisation schedule.
Before undertaking placement, students must obtain and thereafter hold for the duration of the program a valid First Aid Certificate (including CPR).
Before commencing a course in which children or young people may be involved, students must obtain and thereafter hold for the duration of the program a valid Blue card.
For applicants who need to provide evidence of English proficiency, please note that this program requires a higher level of English language proficiency than the UQ minimum.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
Year 12 or equivalent English, Maths A, B or C and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application requirements
This program may have inherent requirements that need to be met prior to undertaking placement.
Before undertaking placement, students are required to provide proof of immunisation against certain diseases, as per the School's immunisation schedule.
Before undertaking placement, students must obtain and thereafter hold for the duration of the program a valid First Aid Certificate (including CPR).
Before commencing a course in which children or young people may be involved, students must obtain and thereafter hold for the duration of the program a valid Blue card.
International students completing year 12 in Australia
Applications should be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). For commencement in semester 1, the QTAC on-time application closing date is the last business day of September in the previous year. See the (QTAC) website for detailed information on key dates for on-time and late applications.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 082625K
English proficiency
IELTS score of 7.5 overall; speaking 8; listening 8, reading 7, writing 7. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Senior First Aid Certificate (including CPR) (approx $155)
What you can do with a Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours)
Careers
Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) graduates can pursue broad range of careers as confident and capable health educators in schools and community environments. You will qualify with the Queensland College of Teachers as a specialist teacher of physical education, health education and junior science. This accreditation is recognised worldwide.
Other career opportunities include:
- health promotion officer
- outdoor education coordinator
- sports coach
- corporate health officer
- recreation manager
- director of physical performance
- sports administrative officer
- roles in sports academies, charities and institutes.
This program provides an excellent foundation for postgraduate study in areas including exercise science, public health, or sports coaching.
To find out more about where a career in Health, Sport and Physical Education can take you, visit the www.uq.edu.au/health/careers.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Queensland College of Teachers
Accrediting body
This program has been accredited by:
- Queensland College Of Teachers
Program rules for the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours)
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #64 from the BHSPE(Hons) course list. Refer to the BHSPE(Hons) program rules for further information.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
