Griffith University

Bachelor of Exercise Science

Gain the skills and knowledge in the physical, biomedical and psychological sciences that you'll need to become an exercise scientist. In this degree, you'll learn the role of exercise in health maintenance and rehabilitation. As an exercise scientist, you'll apply the science of exercise to develop interventions that improve health, fitness, wellbeing and performance, at individual, community and population levels. These interventions include education and the promotion and implementation of appropriate physical activity or exercise.

The best outcomes for patients and health professionals rely on a collaborative, inclusive approach to health. That's why, to prepare you for the future of healthcare, we harness the latest in interprofessional learning technology and teaching approaches. You'll learn alongside students and staff from the full range of clinical areas, preparing you to work across communities as part of a multidisciplinary team.

As part of your degree, you'll undertake professional placements, which will see you put your skills and knowledge into practice.