Exercise scientists look at the effect of exercise on human performance. They design, implement and evaluate exercise and physical activity for healthy people. They provide programs for improving general health, the prevention of chronic diseases, health promotion and enhanced sports performance.There is a forecasted growth of 19.9% within Medical and Health Care Services and with this brings exciting employment opportunities and career options. Health care has been the primary provider of new jobs within Australia and is projected to make the largest contribution to employment growth from 2015 to 2019. Source: Employment Projections The Bachelor of Exercise Science includes a workplace experience component that requires 140 hours of placement in a community, sporting, scientific or commercial setting. Completion of these hours is required in order to graduate. This experience is an essential part of earning accreditation and will allow you to put into practice what you've learned in the course to ensure that you are work-ready as an exercise scientist. The course will prepare you for a career in sporting organisations, community health units, workplaces and gymnasiums. What you will study: You will study anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, exercise prescription and biomechanics. You will gain a basic understanding of the anatomical and physiological basis of human motion and the effect of exercise, injury and disease on human performance in sport, industry and in daily living.

Overview of careers: Biomedical Researcher Community or Registered Nurse Counsellor Dietitian Doctor Exercise Scientist/Physiologist General Practitioner Health Administrator Health Promotion Officer Health Worker Industry Health Worker Laboratory Technician Nutritionist Sports Administrator Psychologist Rehabilitation Specialist Sports Rehabilitator Sports Scientist Scientific Researcher Allied Health Professional.