HSE741 - Professional Practice for Accreditation in Sport Science
| Year: | 2025 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Start-Anytime 12 Month Period 5: Online |
| Credit point(s): | 3 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.375 |
| Cohort rule: | This unit is only available to students enrolled in H707 in the Exercise & Sport Science Australia (ESSA) Applied Sport Science Accreditation stream. |
| Prerequisite: | 3 of: HSE720, HSE724, HSE737, HSE738 and one of: HSE726, HSE727 |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | HSE730, HSE740 |
| Study commitment | Students will on average spend 450 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site. |
| Scheduled learning activities - online | Online independent and collaborative learning activities including 3 scheduled online seminars |
| In-person attendance requirements | No on-campus attendance, but 360 hours of industry placement. |
| Note: | Note for all students enrolling into this unit: You must complete your placement hours within your period of enrolment of the placement unit, unless otherwise stated directly by the Unit Chair. If you are not able to complete the placement by the end of your period of enrolment in the placement unit, please email the School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences Professional Placement Team as soon as possible. Note for International students only: If you are not able to complete your placement by your visa expiry date, please note that you will be liable for any costs involved with extending your stay in Australia, for example: visa extension application cost and extra living expenses. |
Content
This unit provides students with a professionally accredited placement experience within a sport setting, fostering the practical application of Applied Sport Science principles. Students will refine and expand their existing knowledge through direct engagement in at least two different specialisations such as performance analysis, strength and conditioning and high-performance management.
Aligned with industry and national accreditation professional standards, this placement facilitates the development of a comprehensive career roadmap through structured industry, self, and professional learning activities. Students will be guided to utilise established career platforms, initiating professional networking and developing a strategic professional profile. Through detailed job description analysis, students will critically evaluate their progress in acquiring industry-recognised generic and transferable skills, demonstrating professional development, and contributing effectively within team environments.
Throughout the 360-hour placement, students will integrate theoretical knowledge with practical application, adhering to professional accreditation requirements and solidifying their readiness for a successful career in sport and performance
Hurdle requirement
- Assessment task 3 - Completion of Professional Placement
Unit Fee Information
Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study and their study discipline, and your study load.
Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
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