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WELCOME TO UTS: HEALTHCONTENTS

Student Centre 235 Jones Street,Building 10, Level 2 PO Box 123 Broadway NSW 2007 Australia

Why Health at UTS? 1

World-Class Facilities 3

HEALTH COURSES

Nursing, Midwifery or Both? 5

Nursing and Midwifery Placements 7

Bachelor of Nursing 9

Bachelor of Nursing Accelerated Course 11

Bachelor of Midwifery 13

Bachelor of Primary Health Care 15

Sport and Exercise Science or Management? 17

Where Can Sport and Exercise Take You? 19

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science 20

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management 23

COMBINED COURSES

Combine your Degree with a Diploma in Languages 24

Combine your Degree with Bachelor of Arts in International Studies 25

Combine your Degree with Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation 27

Fees, Scholarships & Financial Assistance 28

Applying to UTS 29

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WHY HEALTH AT UTS?

UTS RATED SYDNEY’S #1 YOUNG* UNI

*That’s unis under 50 years – QS Top 50 under 50, 2014/2015

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Practice your skills each and every week in our expansive nursing, midwifery and exercise labs, gyms and centresSTUDY IN SYDNEY’S CITY UNIBenefit from the opportunities created by studying at our inner city campus, within easy walking distance to the CBD.

STUDY THAT SUITS YOUBenefit from classes offered at multiple timeslots, including day or evening classes, summer school, or part-time study.

GET HANDS ON EXPERIENCEOn top of external clinical placements and sport and exercise industry internships you’ll have the opportunity to practice your skills each and every week in our expansive nursing, midwifery and exercise labs, gyms and centres.

GRADUATE WITH A RELEVANT DEGREEBiannual consultation and the support of local health districts, government, health care agencies and sports and fitness associations ensure our graduate attributes and curriculum keep pace with industry. Being home to the Secretariat for the World Health Organisation (WHO) Collaborating Centre ensures our degrees are globally relevant.

GAIN A GLOBAL AND ENTREPRENEURIAL OUTLOOKCombine your degree with B Arts in International Studies and spend a year studying overseas, adding a global outlook to your resume. You could also gain an edge by combining your degree with a B Creative Intelligence and Innovation for entrepreneurial career outcomes.

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WORLD-CLASS FACILITIESUTS is creating a vibrant campus of the future. Embracing visionary teaching and learning paradigms, this reinvented campus will revitalise the campus environment with new buildings, renovated facilities and increased public spaces to facilitate collaboration with industry and the UTS community.

A PLACE TO FLEX YOUR NEW SKILLS

Nursing FacilitiesFeel like a nurse from day one in learning your clinical, technical and patient assessment skills in our 16 clinical practice laboratories. A recent $4.8 million upgrade means that we continue to boast one of the most highly developed nursing and midwifery facilities in Australia.

Labs: > Are set up to look and feel exactly like hospital wards

> Have the wide range of equipment you will encounter in the workplace such as beds, scrub rooms and patient monitoring systems

> Are fitted with cutting-edge audio visual systems including control rooms and ceiling mounted cameras for digital recordings and playback for debriefings

> Use a range of simulation technologies from low fidelity equipment to state-of-the-art robotic patients that can do almost anything a human can do including sweat, bleed, cry and speak

> Can be booked by students to further develop skills learnt in class

Renovated facilities and increased public spaces facilitate collaboration with industry and the UTS community

Midwifery FacilitiesSpecialist midwifery laboratories allow you the opportunity to practice skills in caring for pregnant women. These learning spaces allow you to learn and practice midwifery care in a safe, controlled but realistic environment before you go to clinical practice.

Sport and Exercise FacilitiesAs a sport and exercise student you have the opportunity to practise performance studies and train in a variety of sports in our aerobics and dance studio, fitness centre and multipurpose sports hall.

Apply theoretical knowledge in our well-equipped exercise physiology laboratories that feature a range of exercise testing and sporting equipment including force plates, ergometers, blood and gas analysis systems, resistance training and motor behaviour equipment.

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NURSING, MIDWIFERY OR BOTH?

NURSING MIDWIFERY

What’s the difference?

Nurses provide care for patients in a variety of healthcare settings. They are in a position to be able to help people who are unwell or going through an adverse stage in their life. Nurses can choose from a wide variety of specialties to work in – take a look at page 7 for examples.

Midwives provide support for women and their families throughout pregnancy, labour and birth, and then for up to six weeks after the birth of a baby. Midwives consider pregnancy, childbirth and early parenting to be healthy processes that are a normal part of life for many women.

What course should I do at UTS?

Bachelor of Nursing, Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing (for ENs or those with a prior Health qualification)ORBachelor of Midwifery then Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing.

Bachelor of MidwiferyORBachelor of Nursing followed by Graduate Diploma in Midwifery.

Are there different classifications?

There are two classifications of nurses recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. They are Registered Nurses (RN) and Enrolled Nurses (EN). The UTS Bachelor of Nursing prepares you to become a RN. ENs are supervised by RNs and need to have completed an approved qualification.

The only classification of midwives recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia are Registered Midwives (RM).The UTS Bachelor of Midwifery and Graduate Diploma in Midwifery prepare you to become a RM.

What if I want to do both?

If you want to be a Registered Nurse as well as a Registered Midwife, it doesn’t matter which degree you do first. If you do the Bachelor of Nursing first, followed by the Graduate Diploma of Midwifery it will take you a minimum of 5 years.If you start with the Bachelor of Midwifery, followed by the Accelerated Bachelor of Nursing, it will also take you a minimum of 5 years.

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AMANDA REHAYEM

Graduate, Bachelor of Midwifery

“The Continuity of Care experiences, where I have my own caseload of women, has been the most advantageous part of my learning. The skills I have learnt from being with a woman from her very first appointment with a midwife, through to her labour and birth and her 6-week postnatal check with her new baby, is a very special and valuable experience.”

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ASHLEY COSMO

Graduate, Bachelor of Nursing

“Throughout the degree we completed work experience alongside registered nurses and these ranged from 1 to 6 weeks in length. It was a great way to understand a nurses role on the ward, how a hospital runs and to practice anything from taking blood pressure to administering medication. I learned invaluable hints and tips from other nurses.”

NURSING AND MIDWIFERY PLACEMENTS

UTS has a dedicated Clinical Practice Unit who are responsible for finding your placements using a criteria of relevance and a location that is as close to your home as possible.

NURSING From your first semester, you will gain experience in a variety of settings in the greater Sydney area. There are also opportunities to go on rural or remote placements throughout your degree.

Placements: > Are a total of approximately 840 hours (dependent on your degree) throughout your degree in a range of external health care settings

> Are available at 120 UTS affiliated clinical settings (visit www.uts.edu.au/clinicalpractice to see the list)

> Are directly related to what you study each semester

> Have clinical facilitators supervising you at a 1:8 facilitator to student ratio

> Occur in one or two weeks blocks in first year, two week blocks in second year and two or four week blocks in third year.

The range of settings available include: > Large teaching hospitals > Specialist clinics > Day surgeries > Community health clinics.

MIDWIFERYFrom your first semester you will apply your knowledge in a variety of settings that allow you to practice different models of midwifery care. This includes placements at your ‘home hospital’ as well as ‘continuity of care’ experiences.

Placements: > Are a total of 880 hours at your home hospital

> Involve working shifts in a maternity ward and caring for a number of women each shift

> Involve morning, evening and possibly night shifts

> Occur in blocks each semester, with a prolonged period of clinical experience in third year.

Continuity of Care: > Involves being matched with a woman early in her pregnancy and then following her through her journey of pregnancy, labour and birth

> Are a total of 20 experiences throughout your degree

> Requires being on-call to attend the labour and birth.

In addition to practical aspects of the course completed in our clinical laboratories, your degree will involve clinical placement in external health care settings.

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EMILY BALDWIN

Graduate, Bachelor of Nursing

“Studying at UTS has been life changing; I grew as a person throughout my studies due to the opportunities that I had and the people that I met. What you put into your studies you reap ten-fold, particularly in a degree like the Bachelor of Nursing. There are many unique and valuable experiences available to students that have the potential to inform who you are as a person and as a Registered Nurse.”

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KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: 84.80Duration: 3 years (full-time) UAC Code: 606002 (full-time)

Recommended Year 12 studies: English, science and mathematicsBonus Points: Available, see page 29Application Requirements: see page 29How to apply: See page 29

BACHELOR OF NURSING

The UTS Bachelor of Nursing is developed in consultation with our partner organisations so that you will graduate with attributes that make you highly employable.

UTS gives you the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills and ethical behaviours that enable you to practice as a competent and caring nurse clinician and gain employment in a range of health care contexts.

CAREERSNursing is an incredibly diverse and varied career. As a UTS nursing graduate you will possess highly developed clinical and communication skills, professionalism, leadership and critical thinking capabilities.

You will be highly regarded as you will be able to provide culturally appropriate, person centred and evidence-based care focused on improving patient outcomes.

Registered nurses can work in emergency, theatre, paediatrics, community and primary care, aged care and mental health care.

WHY STUDY NURSING AT UTS?There is an emphasis on hands-on experience.

Feel like a nurse from day one with clinical placements in every semester

In your final year you will have a range of electives to choose from, plus an optional rural or remote clinical placement.

UTS has one of the most highly developed clinical simulation facilities in Australia. See page 2

HONOURSBachelor of Nursing (Honours) is available as an additional one year full-time or two years part-time to eligible students. For details, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c09018

COURSE STRUCTURE

Indicative course structure for standard full-time study

YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2

Assessment and Therapeutics in Health Care 1

Assessment and Therapeutics in Health Care 2

Fundamentals of Mental Health Nursing

Medical Surgical Nursing

Complex Nursing Care: Medical Surgical

Integrated Nursing Concepts

Workshops for Practice Readiness 1

Workshops for Practice Readiness 2

Nursing Care of the Older Person

Family and Children’s Nursing

Complex Nursing Care: Mental Health

Integrated Nursing Practice

Understanding the Person: Life Transitions

Professional Identity Contemporary Indigenous Health and Wellbeing

Evidence for Nursing

Accountability in Nursing Practice

Professionalism in Context

Health and Society Health and Homeostasis

Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1

Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 2

Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 3

Elective Subject

PATTERN OF ATTENDANCE

First year Second year Third year

On campus: 14 hours per weekClinical placement: 120 hours (15 days) over 2 semestersUsually one week placement in Semester 1 and two weeks in semester 2

On campus: 16 hours per weekClinical placement: 321 hours (40 days) over 2 semesters Usually 2 x two week placements per semester

On campus: 13 hours per week Clinical placement: 400 hours (50 days) over 2 semestersUsually 2 x two week placements in semester 1 and 1 x two week and 1 x 4 week placement in semester 2

For detailed subject descriptions, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c10122

Note: This course is undergoing a review and is likely to change in 2016. Applicants are advised to check the UTS website for up to date information.

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FLO HUYNH

Student Bachelor of Nursing accelerated

Having completed her enrolled nursing qualification at TAFE, Flo Huynh made the jump to the UTS accelerated nursing degree in 2011 to see where her career could take her.

“Studying at university has helped me develop my critical thinking skills and learn how to use my judgement,” she says.

“I got so much help from the academic staff and the English language centre. I also asked my teachers a lot of questions, and they were always responsive.”To prospective students, she has a simple message:

“Just stop thinking about whether you can do the course or not – you definitely can! But you’ll never know what you can achieve until you try.”

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KEY INFORMATION

Duration: 2 years (full-time) UAC Code: 606004 (Enrolled Nurse) 606005 (Accelerated

Graduate Entry)

How to apply: See page 29

BACHELOR OF NURSING ACCELERATED COURSE

A two year program is available for people who have recently completed an Enrolled Nurse qualification or a health related Bachelor degree.

ENROLLED NURSE OPTIONThe accelerated registered nursing course for ENs has been specifically tailored to meet the needs of enrolled nurses who are looking to make the transition to university in order to upgrade their qualifications.

UTS offers more credit recognition than other universities – up to one year if you have achieved an enrolled nursing qualification within the last 10 years – so the next step in your nursing career may be closer than you think.

Please note: If you are currently enrolled in the Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Division 2 Nursing) or Advanced Diploma (Enrolled Nurse/Division 2 Nursing) you must complete it by October 2015 to be eligible to apply for the accelerated course in 2016. Applicants completing in February/March 2016 will not be considered.

Hospital-trained Enrolled Nurses are not eligible for the accelerated course.

GRADUATE ENTRY OPTIONIf you have successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or overseas equivalent) in health, human bioscience or social sciences, within the past 7 years (completed studies 2009 and after), then you may be eligible for the accelerated program in the Bachelor of Nursing.

This program of study takes in to account prior knowledge gained in your bachelor degree and gives you one year of credit for prior study. Students effectively start at the beginning of second year, enabling Graduate Entrants to complete the course in two calendar years.

Please note that you will be required to attend a 4-week pre-semester school in February prior to the start of semester in the first year.

When applying through UAC, apply for the Bachelor of Nursing Accelerated Course: Graduate Entry (2 years full-time).

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSCompletion of TAFE Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse Division 2 Nursing) by December 2015 OR;

Completion of an Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) approved Certificate IV in Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing) or Diploma/Advanced Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled/Division 2 Nursing) leading to eligibility to enrol as a nurse with AHPRA OR:

Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent in health, human biosciences or social science within the last seven years for graduate entry.

Applicants will be assessed on their previous academic performance and personal statement.

COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 YEAR 2

Autumn Semester Spring Semester Autumn Semester Spring Semester

Role Transition and Professional Identity

Contemporary Indigenous Health and Wellbeing

Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 3

Integrated Nursing Practice

Medical Surgical Nursing Evidence for Nursing Complex Nursing Care: Mental Health

Integrated Nursing Concepts

Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 1

Family and Children’s Nursing Accountability in Nursing Practice

Professionalism in Context

Health and Society Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 2

Complex Nursing Care: Medical Surgical

Elective

For detailed subject descriptions, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c10122

Note: This course is undergoing a review and is likely to change in 2016. Applicants are advised to check the UTS website for up to date information.

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THEA RITCHIE

Gradute, Bachelor of Midwifery

“UTS has an excellent reputation for graduating Midwives with finely tuned clinical skills, highly developed communication abilities, and most importantly, the aptitude to become adult, lifelong learners.”

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KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: 94.50Duration: 3 years (full-time) UAC Code: 606010 (full-time)

Recommended Year 12 studies: English, Science and MathematicsBonus Points*: Available, see page 29Application Requirements*: see page 29How to apply: See page 29

BACHELOR OF MIDWIFERY

UTS is internationally renowned for its research and practice development in midwifery and is home to the first bachelor degree in NSW for midwives.

The degree was established in 2005 after a pioneering group of midwifery academics lobbied successfully (with colleagues) to have laws hanged. This allowed direct entry midwifery graduates (who were not nurses first) to be eligible for registration for the first time.

CAREERSWith the huge demand for midwives across Australia you will have excellent employment prospects.

Your career opportunities include midwifery care in both metropolitan and rural settings such as community midwifery, birth centres and hospital maternity wards. As your career progresses, you could be a midwifery unit manager, educator or specialist consultant.

WHY STUDY MIDWIFERY AT UTS? > To be qualified to apply for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Midwife.

> To become a midwife without first being a nurse.

> Learn from academics who are highly regarded internationally for their clinical practice, research and development of models of care.

> For a degree with a focus on hands-on and continuity of care experiences.

> To complete the first stand-alone Bachelor of Midwifery established in New South Wales.

HONOURSBachelor of Midwifery (Honours) is available as an additional one year full-time or two years part-time course to eligible students.

For course details, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c09051

COURSE STRUCTURE

Indicative course structure for standard full-time study

YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2

Becoming a Midwife Transitions to Parenthood

Essentials of Pathophysiology

Complex Labour, Birth and Puerperium

Australian Health Care System

International Perspectives in Midwifery

Foundations of Midwifery Practice

The Meaning of Birth

Midwifery Practice 3: Complex Pregnancy

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander: Women and Babies

Midwifery as Primary Health Care

Professional Practice

Anatomy and Physiology: Pregnancy and Childbirth

Evidence-based Practice (Midwifery)

Complex Pregnancy Midwifery Practice 4: Complex Labour, Birth and Puerperium

Emergencies in Maternity Care

Challenges in Midwifery Practice

Midwifery Practice 1: Preparation for Practice

Midwifery Practice 2: Supporting Women

Complex Newborn Care

Introductory Pharmacology and Microbiology

Midwifery Practice 5: Working with Women

Midwifery Practice 6: Transitions to being a Midwife

PATTERN OF ATTENDANCE

First year Second year Third year

On campus: 14–15 hours per weekClinical Placement: First semester – 48 hours (6 days) Second semester – 80 hours (10 days)

On campus: 12–16 hours per weekClinical Placement: First semester – 128 hours (16 days) Second semester – 160 hours (20 days)

On campus: 9 hours per week over 4 weeks in each semester.Clinical Placement: 3–5 days per week for 10 weeks in each semester.

Students are also on-call for women they are following through pregnancy.

For detailed subject descriptions, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c10225 *Note: Application requirements and availability of entry schemes may change in 2016. Applicants are advised to check the UTS website for up to date information.Find out about combining the Bachelor of Midwifery with the exciting new Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation on page 27.

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KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: N/ADuration: 3 years (full-time) Teaching mode: Away From BaseUAC Code: 606040

How to apply: Via the Jumbunna Direct Entry Program and UAC, visit www.uts.edu.au/future-students/indigenous

BACHELOR OF PRIMARY HEALTH CARE

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?The Bachelor of Primary Health Care is designed for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who wish to gain a University qualification in the primary health care area. You may be already working in Aboriginal health or planning a career in this area.

CAREERSCareer options may include:

> working in delivery of health care and health services

> managing primary health care services > working in health promotion programs > policy development > community development > health service planning

The course may also provide a pathway for students into other health related degrees and postgraduate studies.

SUPPORTED STUDYThe Bachelor of Primary Health Care is an Australian Government approved Away From Base (AFB) mixed mode course. Away From Base funding supports students to complete their studies through a mixture of distance and block attendance study modes. Students will be supported to attend block courses at UTS city campus in Ultimo twice a semester through assistance with travel, meals and accommodation. This is organised by the university.

COURSE STRUCTURE

Indicative course structure for standard full-time study

YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2

Principles of Indigenous Primary Health Care

Health Care in Australia: Systems and Policy Directions

Shaping Health Behaviours

Primary Health Care Practice: Non-Communicable Diseases

Primary Health Care Practice: Child and Family Health and Development

Professional Development: Leadership and Negotiation

Health Literacy 1: Writing for Health

Primary Health Care Practice: Developing Healthy Communities

Health Literacy 2: Measuring Health

Primary Health Care Practice: Alcohol and Other Drugs

Health Literacy 3: Health and Mass Media

International Perspectives/Global View of Health

Knowledge Generation (Health)

Professional Development: Building Personal and Professional Resilience

Primary Health Care Practice: Sexual and Reproductive Health

Primary Health Care Practice: Healthy Aging

Health and Human Rights

Program Planning and Evaluation

Health Throughout the Life Course

Introduction to Health Promotion

Primary Health Care Practice: Social and Emotional Wellbeing

Primary Health Care Practice: Child and Family Health and Development

Organisational Management

Health Sustainability

For detailed subject descriptions, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c10344

PATTERN OF ATTENDANCE

First year Second year Third year

Online study: 8 hours per weekBlock attendance: 4 x on campus study weeks per year

Online study: 8 hours per weekBlock attendance: 4 x on campus study weeks per year

Online study: 8 hours per weekBlock attendance: 4 x on campus study weeks per year

A first of its kind, the Bachelor of Primary Health Care provides students with the knowledge and skills to make a difference in the health and wellbeing of Indigenous Australians.

Students will graduate with a broad range of cognitive, technical and interpersonal skills required in the provision of evidence-based, culturally safe and appropriate primary health care services.

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SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE OR MANAGEMENT?

SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE SPORT AND EXERCISE MANAGEMENT

What’s the difference?

A degree in Sport and Exercise Science will allow you to provide expert knowledge in the health and fitness industry, injury prevention, rehabilitation, strength and conditioning and sports education including PDHPE.

A degree in Sport and Exercise Management will give you the knowledge and management skills to build a career in managing sport and exercise programs, professional sporting teams and large sporting venues and facilities.

What course options are available at UTS?

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise ScienceORBachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Master of Teaching (PDHPE) You can also add an honours year, international studies or BCII to this degree broadening your career options and making you an attractive candidate to employers.Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) ORBachelor of Sport and Exercise Science/Bachelor of Arts in International Studies or Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation (BCII).

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise ManagementYou can also add an honours year or international studies to this degree broadening your career options and making you an attractive candidate to employers.Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management (Honours) ORBachelor of Sport and Exercise Management/Bachelor of Arts in International Studies.

Why would I do this course?

To gain specialised qualifications in understanding the human body and physical activity in the enhancement of health and wellbeing, fitness and human performance of individuals and populations of all ages.If you’re thinking about becoming a PDHPE teacher you’ll need to complete the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and the Master of Teaching (PDHPE). This course is also accepted as a pathway to graduate entry physiotherapy courses.

Management is an important skill and qualification in any field. This degree will enable you to tailor your studies to specialise in the desired sports area of your choice.This course is also accepted as a pathway to graduate entry physiotherapy courses.

What are my career options?

> sports scientist > exercise scientist > exercise physiologist > exercise rehabilitation > strength and conditioning > performance analyst > high performance manager > coaching and athlete development > PDHPE teaching (pathway) > physiotherapy (pathway)

> corporate health and fitness > athlete management > fitness consultant > health promotion > events and facility manager > sports coach or manager > sport marketing > high performance manager > sport development > physiotherapy (pathway)

Studying sport and exercise at UTS will give you an understanding of the mechanisms of the human body and the skills to either manage and plan human movement activities or enter a business, marketing or management career within the industry. UTS courses are pathways to PDHPE teaching and physiotherapy.

ELITE ATHLETE PROGRAM As a member of the Elite Athlete Friendly University (EAFU) network, UTS aims to support elite athletes in achieving and balancing both their academic and sporting pursuits. Through our Elite Athlete Program, UTS encourages the next generation of sporting stars to strive for academic and sporting excellence.

For more information about the Elite Athlete Program please see www.uts.edu.au/eliteathletes

Sport and exercise is a multibillion-dollar industry and has experienced significant growth of careers in both the professional and community sport sectors.

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ROB SPURRS

Graduate, Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science

“ I’m the Head Conditioning Coach for the Sydney Swans AFL team. I regularly use a variety of sports science principles that I learnt during my studies at UTS and believe that the wide range of subjects in the course has contributed to my ability to perform my job.”Read more of Rob’s story at www.uts.edu.au/rob-spurrs

AMY WILKINS

Graduate, Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science

“Studying at UTS allowed me to achieve a dream I never knew I had. I walked into UTS with enthusiasm and a passion for health and fitness and I walked out with confidence and determination to change people’s lives. [With my partner] we established Active Kidz, a health and fitness TV show for kids, which is televised on ABC and Nickelodeon in Australia and on the Disney Channel in New Zealand and Asia.”Read more of Amy’s story at www.uts.edu.au/amy-wilkins

MICHAEL SULLIVAN

Graduate, Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management

“I did my internship at the Wide World of Sports in 2008 and was employed there full-time from 2009. Had UTS not given me the opportunity to undertake an internship, I wouldn’t be working in the position [at Channel 9] – nor having the experience that I have.”Read more of Michael’s story at www.uts.edu.au/michael-sullivan

WHERE CAN SPORT AND EXERCISE TAKE YOU?

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KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: 83.50Duration: 3 years (full-time) UAC Code: 606020

Recommended Year 12 studies: Mathematics, any two units of EnglishBonus Points: Available, see page 29Application Requirements: see page 29How to apply: See page 29Careers: For a list of career outcomes see page 17

The course provides students with a strong understanding of the processes and mechanisms underlying sport and exercise science, and with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage and plan sport and exercise activities in health, exercise rehabilitation, sport, event and education contexts.

WHY STUDY SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE AT UTS?Become a health and fitness expert with a focus on the role of physical activity in health, well-being and human performance in occupational, educational, sport, exercise and leisure settings.

> Choose a major in Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education or 4 electives of your choice to tailor your degree to your career aspirations.

> Learn from leading academics who are internationally renowned researchers and well-connected in the Australian sports industry.

> Have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities that include force plates, ergometers and blood and gas analysis systems

> Gain a pathway to PDHPE teaching or physiotherapy.

INTERNSHIPS AND INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE As part of your degree you will undertake a 210 hour internship with an organisation related to your professional aspirations. This will allow you to gain practical experience in a professional environment and give you an opportunity to develop industry contacts.

Internships may be in: > NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) > Sporting clubs > School sport programs > A range of exercise and health centres

You can also undertake work experience by actively engaging in Sport and Exercise research projects at UTS including:

> elite athlete performance and skill learning

> physical activity and sport participation in school-aged children

> effects of diet, exercise and behaviour on chronic disease

HONOURSBachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) is available as an additional one year full-time or two years part-time course to eligible students. For course details, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c09057

BACHELOR OF SPORT AND EXERCISE SCIENCE

PATHWAY TO PDHPE TEACHING / PATHWAY TO PHYSIOTHERAPY

The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science meets the demand for professionals able to provide physical activity services to all sectors of the community.

OLIVER BADIN

Graduate Sport and Exercise Science

“UTS offers many sports initiatives and organised competitions to all students. Personally, I’ve been involved in many recreational and competitive events, including the City2Surf UTS team and two Uni Games, where my UTS teams won silver and gold medals. I’ve also played in futsal competitions at the Multi Purpose Sports Hall as well as entering a triathlon with a big UTS team.Involvement in social and sporting opportunities has enabled me to make more new friends.“

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COURSE STRUCTURE

Indicative course structure for standard full-time study.

YEAR 1 YEAR 2

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2

Structural Anatomy Functional Anatomy Exercise Physiology Applied Biomechanics

Biomechanics of Human Motion Strength and Conditioning Contemporary Health Issues Exercise Prescription

Sport and Society Health and Lifespan Development

Sport and Exercise Psychology Health Promotion

Physiological Bases of Human Movement

The Organisation of Australian Sport

Research Methods for Sport and Exercise

Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity

YEAR 3 – EXERCISE SCIENCE MAJOR YEAR 3 – HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJOR

YEAR 3 – NO MAJOR

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2

Sport and Exercise Science Practicum

Skill Acquisition Complex Exercise Management

Skill Acquisition Sport and Exercise Science Practicum

Skill Acquisition

Complex Exercise Management

Applied Exercise Physiology

Performance Studies 1: Gymnastics and Dance

Applied Exercise Physiology

Complex Exercise Management

Applied Exercise Physiology

Motor Learning and Control

Exercise Rehabilitation

Performance Studies 2: Dance and Athletics

Performance Studies 3: Sport and Aquatics

Elective 1 (Free choice elective)

Elective 3 (Free choice elective)

Elective 1 (Choose Neuroscience for Master of Physio Pathway)

Elective 2 (e.g. Sport & Exercise Medicine)

Elective 1 (Recommend Second Teaching Area Subject 1)

Elective 2 (Recommend Second Teaching Area Subject 2)

Elective 2 (Free choice elective)

Elective 4 (Free choice elective)

For detailed subject descriptions, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c10300

Find out about combining the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science with the exciting new Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation. See page 27.

Pathway to PDHPE & Physiotherapy: Students who complete this course, with the appropriate electives, are eligible to apply for graduate entry courses in these areas.

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MADDIE LATHAM

Student Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management

A passionate athlete, I always had an interest in anatomy and physiology and was drawn to UTS to study in this area. I have really enjoyed the hands-on nature of learning in the labs and discovering first-hand the capacities and capabilities of the human body in performance. The ultimate goal is to go on to become a practicing physiotherapist.

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COURSE STRUCTUREIndicative course structure for standard full-time study.

YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3

Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2 Semester 1 Semester 2

Structural Anatomy Functional Anatomy Exercise Physiology Exercise Prescription

Professional Internship

Sport Marketing and Media

Biomechanics of Human Motion

Strength and Conditioning

Sport and Exercise Psychology

Nutrition for Health and Physical Activity

Complex Exercise Management

Law and Ethics for Managers

Managing People and Organisations

Accounting for Business Decisions A

Research Methods for Sport and Exercise

Marketing Foundations

Elective 1 (Free choice elective)

Elective 3 (Free choice elective)

Sport and Society The Organisation of Australian Sport

Managing Professional Sport

Event Management Elective 2 (Free choice elective)

Elective 4 (Free choice elective)

For detailed subject descriptions, visit www.uts.edu.au/course/c10301

Pathway to Physiotherapy: Students who complete this course, with the appropriate electives, are eligible to apply for graduate entry courses in this area.

KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: 72.20Duration: 3 years (full-time) UAC Code: 606030

Recommended Year 12 studies: Mathematics, any two units of EnglishBonus Points: Available, see page 29Application Requirements: see page 29How to apply: See page 29Careers: For a list of career outcomes see page 17

BACHELOR OF SPORT AND EXERCISE MANAGEMENT

WHY STUDY SPORT AND EXERCISE MANAGEMENT AT UTS?Become a health and fitness expert with knowledge of the physical, behavioural and cultural foundations of sport and exercise science combined with management knowledge and skills.

> Learn from leading academics who are internationally renowned researchers and well-connected in the Australian sports industry.

> Have access to state-of-the-art laboratories and research facilities that include force plates, ergometers and blood and gas analysis systems

> Benefit from strong industry connections with professional organisations including the Australian Football League (AFL) Sydney Swans and the National Rugby League (NRL)

> Gain a pathway to physiotherapy.

INTERNSHIPS AND INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE As part of your degree you will undertake a 210 hour internship with an organisation related to your professional aspirations. This will allow you to gain practical experience in a professional environment give you an opportunity to develop industry contacts.

Internships may be in: > NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) > Sporting clubs > School sport programs > A range of exercise and health centres

You can also undertake work experience by actively engaging in Sport and Exercise research projects at UTS including:

> elite athlete performance and skill learning

> physical activity and sport participation in school-aged children

> effects of diet, exercise and behaviour on chronic disease

HONOURSBachelor of Sport and Exercise Management (Honours) is available as an additional one year full-time or two years part-time course to eligible students. For course details, visit www.uts.edu.au/future-students/find-a-course/courses/c09058

PATHWAY TO PHYSIOTHERAPY

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KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: N/ADuration: 3 years part-time, concurrent study UAC Code: C20059Credit points: 48

How to apply: Direct to UTS, see http://www.uts.edu.au/future-students/international-studies

COMBINE YOUR DEGREE WITH A DIPLOMA IN LANGUAGES

The Diploma in Languages is taken concurrently with any undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree program at UTS. The course gives students the opportunity to learn a language and the corresponding cultures and societies over six semesters.

Language options: > Chinese > French > German > Italian > Japanese > Spanish

The course will engage students in creative and inspiring learning that enables them to build strong professional identities and future-focused graduate capabilities. Students will obtain or improve their language and socio-cultural skills and therefore increase their employability in the domestic and international marketplace.

SUBJECTS Students will study six Language and Culture subjects and will gain communication tools and understandings of other cultures and societies. Throughout the subjects the four macro language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, both individually and in combination, will be developed using authentic materials covering a variety of situations.

A range of entry levels cater for students with prior knowledge and for beginners. Students who have successfully completed the language at HSC level or equivalent may be able to begin at higher levels.

STUDY PATTERN Students study one Diploma in Languages subject per semester in addition to their professional degree subjects. A standard UTS full-time semester for undergraduates is 24cp. With the Diploma in Languages a student would increase their load to 32cp per semester.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Any student enrolled in a UTS undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree is eligible to apply.

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KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: 95.10 (Nursing) 90.20 (Sport and

Exercise Science) 87.90 (Sport and Exercise Management)

Duration: 5 years (full-time) UAC Code: 609150 (Nursing),

609080 (Sport and Exercise Science), 609085 (Sport and Exercise, Management)

Bonus Points: Available, see page 29 Application Requirements: see page 29How to apply: See page 29

COMBINE YOUR DEGREE WITH BACHELOR OF ARTS IN INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

CAREERSAll the career options of your health degree plus your skills will be enhanced by international experience, making you very employable in Australia as our population becomes increasingly diverse.

Your language skills will widen your employment opportunities overseas.

WHY DO THIS COURSE?This degree combines your degree with immersion in another language and culture.

You can choose one of 14 countries to be your major*. You can pick Argentina, Canada (Quebec), Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Latino USA, Mexico, Spain or Switzerland.

During your second and third year you will learn the language of your chosen country and complete cultural studies subjects.

You will spend the fourth year living and studying in the country of your choice and major. UTS will pay for your airfares.

You will gain the experience and sensitivity to provide appropriate care in an increasingly multicultural Australia.

HONOURSHonours is available as an additional one year full-time or two years part-time to eligible students

* Subject to availability of places

COURSE STRUCTUREIndicative course structure for standard full-time study www.uts.edu.au/future-students/international-studies

(NOT APPLICABLE FOR MIDWIFERY)

COURSE STRUCTUREIndicative course structure for standard full-time study www.uts.edu.au/future-students/international-studies

YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4 YEAR 5

Professional subjects (prescribed by each faculty)

Professional subjects + Language & Culture 1 + Language & Culture 2 + Foundations in International Studies

Professional subjects + Language & Culture 3 + Language & Culture 4 +Contemporary SocietyCombined Study

In-country Study 1 +In-country Study 2Study overseas

Professional subjects

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COURSE STRUCTUREIndicative course structure for standard full-time study.

YEAR 1 YEAR 2 YEAR 3 YEAR 4

Summer School Creative Practice and Methods

Creativity and Complexity

Initiatives and Entrepreneurship

Autumn Semester Professional subjects (prescribed by each faculty)

Professional subjects Professional subjects Envisioning Futures: Innovation Internship A OR Speculative Start-Up Innovation Capstone: Research and Development

Winter School Problems to Possibilities

Past, present, future of Innovation

Leading Innovation

Spring Semester Professional subjects Professional Subjects Professional subjects Professional Practice at the Cutting Edge Innovation Internship B Innovation Capstone: Realisation and Transformation

www.cii.uts.edu.au

KEY INFORMATION

2015 ATAR: 95.70 (Midwifery) 87.45 (Sport and

Exercise Science)Duration: 4 years (full-time) UAC Code: 609580 (Sport and

Exercise Science) 609570 (Midwifery)

Recommended Year 12 studies: English, Science and MathematicsBonus Points: Available, see page 29 Application Requirements: See page 29How to apply: See page 29

COMBINE YOUR DEGREE WITH BACHELOR OF CREATIVE INTELLIGENCE AND INNOVATION

CAREERSAll the options in your health career with the added bonus of having entrepreneurial and creative skills for solution-focused projects.

WHY DO THIS COURSE?A first of its kind in Australia, this unique combined degree gives you the opportunity to investigate complex problems from your core degree in innovative ways.

The BCII offers the unique learning experience of working with students from other degrees in an intensive workshop environment.

The BCII gives you a chance to be exposed to academics, practitioners, researchers, business leaders and entrepreneurs from other discipline areas to allow you to test and develop new perspectives on the issues faced in your core degree.

HONOURSHonours is available as an additional one year full-time or two years part-time course to eligible students.

(NOT APPLICABLE FOR NURSING OR SPORT AND EXERCISE MANAGEMENT)

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Fees, Scholarships & Financial Assistance

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LOCAL STUDENT FEESMost local students will be studying in a Commonwealth Supported Place which means the Australian Government makes a contribution to the cost of your study while you pay a student contribution. If eligible, you can elect to pay your student contribution upfront or defer payment of your student contribution using HECS-HELP visit: www.studyassist.gov.au for more info.

FEES FROM 2016 ONWARDSAs part of its 2014-15 Budget announcements, the Federal Government indicated its intention to introduce major changes to higher education funding that will have significant implications for universities and students, particularly Commonwealth Supported students. These changes are subject to the passage of legislation. In the case that this legislation is passed through the Senate, UTS will work closely with all stakeholders to determine fee amounts for 2016 onwards. Check www.fees.uts.edu.au for updates.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT FEESThis guide is not intended for international students. For information on fees for international students visit: www.uts.edu.au/international

STUDENT SERVICES AND AMENITIES FEEStudents are also required to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee. This fee funds services and amenities at UTS such as social and cultural clubs, services for developing students study skills, UTS Union food, beverage and retail outlets (including a 10% discount for students), the free legal services centre for students, and the second-hand bookstore. If you’re an Australian citizen or on a humanitarian visa, this fee may be deferred through a new government loan scheme called SA-HELP. For more information see www.fees.uts.edu.au

SCHOLARSHIPSUTS offers a range of scholarships to high achieving students and to assist students in need of financial assistance.

NSW Nursing and Midwifery Scholarship > NSW Health offers a range of scholarships to nursing and midwifery students www.health.nsw.gov.au/nursing/scholarship

Bachelor of Nursing HECS Scholarship > UTS: Health offers two scholarships to top HSC students

> Value: one year of tuition fees, equivalent to 8 subjects www.uts.edu.au/nursingHECS

For information on all UTS scholarships visit www.uts.edu.au/future-students/scholarships

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE The UTS Financial Assistance Service can help students with practical and financial aspects of life at university. Local UTS students with ongoing and long-term low income can approach our financial assistance service for support with advocacy to Centrelink, information on HECS and FEE-HELP, loans and equity based scholarships and grants, and advice on budgeting.

As a UTS student you may be eligible for an interest free student loan from UTS of up to $500 to assist with bills, rent, one-off living expenses and other costs, such as medical costs. For information on financial assistance at UTS visit www.uts.edu.au/current-students/support

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Applying to UTS

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Applications for undergraduate courses must be lodged online through the Universities Admission Centre (UAC): www.uac.edu.au

Applications open in August and must be received by UAC by the end of September. Late fees apply for applications received after this date.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTSApplicants of the Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science and Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Management need to have completed at least one of the following:

> HSC or equivalent (any two units of English is assumed knowledge and any two units of Science and two units of Mathematics are recommended).

> TAFE Diploma or Advanced Diploma. > TAFE Tertiary Preparation Certificate, Special Tertiary Admissions Test for applicants at least 20 years of age by March 2015.

> Some other qualifications are accepted, view the full list of approved qualifications at www.uts.ac/utsuginfo

CURRENT SCHOOL LEAVERS For high school student applicants, selection is based on your ATAR or IB only. If you completed your IB in another country you may also need to demonstrate your English language proficiency. You may also be eligible for entry via one of the UTS Access Schemes.

NON-CURRENT SCHOOL LEAVERS AND MATURE AGE STUDENTS If you are not completing year 12 at school or TAFE, then you are broadly categorised as a non-current school leaver. If you are also 20 years of age or older, then you are known as a mature age student.

To improve chances of enrolment, all non-current school leavers can prepare a personal statement with their applications. Mature-age students can also sit a Special Tertiary Admissions Test. For more information on STAT visit www.uac.edu.au/stat

Selection is based on academic merit, measured by your previous ATAR and/or post school subjects already completed. You may also be eligible for entry via one of the UTS Access Schemes.

For more information visit www.uts.edu.au/non-current

INDIGENOUS AUSTRALIANS If you identify as Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, the Jumbunna Indigenous House of Learning will provide specialised assistance to help you gain entry to UTS through the Jumbunna Direct Entry Program or UNISTART. Visit: www.jumbunna.uts.edu.au

ENTRY SCHEMES

Year 12 Bonus SchemeIf you are in high school and perform well in HSC subjects relevant to the degree you apply for, you may be eligible to receive up to a maximum of 5 year 12 bonus points.

For more information visit www.uts.edu.au/future-students/year-12-bonus

Educational Access Schemes UTS Educational Access Schemes take into account a range of educational disadvantages that may have affected your most recent academic performance. The following schemes assist applicants to gain entry to UTS courses:

> inpUTS Educational Access Scheme awards 10 concessional ATAR points for high school leavers and students with post-secondary qualifications who have experienced educational disadvantage.

> UTS Elite Athletes and Performers Special Admissions Scheme awards 5 concessional points off the ATAR cut-off to applicants who are elite athletes and/ or performers (representing school or state in national level competition) and whose sport or performance commitments have impacted on their studies.

For more information visit: www.uts.edu.au/future-students/undergraduate

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