Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours)
Overview
Prepare to play a vital and rewarding role, encouraging healthy habits and motivating younger generations to be healthy and active.
Shape the future of health and physical education with UQ's Bachelor of Health, Sport and PE (Honours). Our integrated approach combines practical skills with cutting-edge research, preparing you for leadership roles in education and beyond.
Prepare for a rewarding career as the next generation of health, sport and physical education teachers, and senior biology teachers, with the longest-running university-based physical education program in Australia.
You'll learn how to help young people explore a range of sport and physical activities, encourage healthy habits and develop a lifelong love of being healthy and active.
You'll engage in extensive practical learning experiences and develop a solid understanding of the sciences behind human movement, including:
- biomechanics
- motor development
- psychology
- skill acquisition
- exercise physiology.
You'll learn how these sciences apply to the Australian Curriculum and professional standards for teachers.
You'll also have a great time – learning experiences in this program are designed to be engaging, fun, physically active and encourage teamwork.
Program highlights
- Put theory into practice with more than 100 days of hands-on, practical teaching experience, making up a full school term.
- Graduate with a highly respected honours qualification that provides advanced knowledge and skills, a pathway to PhD research, and preparation for professional practice in your chosen field of passion — setting you apart in the job market.
- Learn and train in Olympic-standard recreational and sporting facilities, including an aquatic centre, athletics centre, fitness centre and tennis courts.
- Be taught by leading academics who are also active researchers in areas such as health and physical education curriculum, young people and physical activity and inclusive practices in youth health and wellbeing.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Overseas study
- Research experience
- Workshops
Placements and work experience
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Biomechanics
- Sport and Health in Society and Culture
- Health & Fitness Through Diet & Exercise
- Sport Coaching: Learning, Talent and Performance
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Senior physical education teacher
- Senior health teacher
- Senior biology teacher
- Junior health and physical education teacher
- Sports coach
- Corporate health officer
- Recreation manager
- Outdoor education coordinator
- Physical performance director
- Sports academy researcher
Graduate salary
Teacher education (undergraduate)
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Program accreditation
The Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) is accredited by:
- Queensland College Of Teachers, Australian Institute For Teaching And School Leadership
The lecturers in this program are amazing – they really make learning exciting and focused on us as students. Their teaching style keeps us engaged and encourages us to dive into our own interests. Thanks to them, we gain real insights that make a difference and push us to succeed.
The honours component of this program deepened my critical thinking and research skills, which have been invaluable in my teaching. Through my research, I learned to analyse educational literature and develop strategies to boost student engagement and outcomes. This experience built my foundation in evidence-based teaching, highlighting the importance of continually questioning and refining my approach.
Without a doubt, the professional placements have been my favourite part of this program. Having the chance to experiment with our own teaching style and exercising our creativity in the classroom is a truly rewarding experience.
I love sport, it has always been a facet of my life, and I wanted to share my passion with others and show them that PE can improve anyone’s quality of life. The major practicum experience challenged me to put my skills into practice and I enjoyed every moment.
This is such a unique program that covers a broad range of content. The staff create an incredibly welcoming and supportive environment, preparing students to feel confident beginning their teaching journey. I highly recommend this program to anyone considering a career in this field.
The lecturers are passionate about continually improving the quality of the course with the latest evidence-based practice. They take the time to ensure that each student receives the best opportunity to succeed.
The lecturers in this program are amazing – they really make learning exciting and focused on us as students. Their teaching style keeps us engaged and encourages us to dive into our own interests. Thanks to them, we gain real insights that make a difference and push us to succeed.
The honours component of this program deepened my critical thinking and research skills, which have been invaluable in my teaching. Through my research, I learned to analyse educational literature and develop strategies to boost student engagement and outcomes. This experience built my foundation in evidence-based teaching, highlighting the importance of continually questioning and refining my approach.
Without a doubt, the professional placements have been my favourite part of this program. Having the chance to experiment with our own teaching style and exercising our creativity in the classroom is a truly rewarding experience.
I love sport, it has always been a facet of my life, and I wanted to share my passion with others and show them that PE can improve anyone’s quality of life. The major practicum experience challenged me to put my skills into practice and I enjoyed every moment.
This is such a unique program that covers a broad range of content. The staff create an incredibly welcoming and supportive environment, preparing students to feel confident beginning their teaching journey. I highly recommend this program to anyone considering a career in this field.
The lecturers are passionate about continually improving the quality of the course with the latest evidence-based practice. They take the time to ensure that each student receives the best opportunity to succeed.
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C); and
- one of Biology, Chemistry, Psychology or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet the placement requirements.
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C)
- General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C); and
- one of Biology, Chemistry, Psychology or Physics (Units 3 & 4, C)
Prior to applying, applicants should ensure they will be able to meet the placement requirements.
Entry score threshold
| ATAR / Rank | IB |
|---|---|
| 75 | 26.5 |
These are the lowest adjusted scores we made an offer to in Semester 1, 2024. Entry scores are based on the most recent Semester 1 intake and are updated in April each year. Meeting the entry score threshold doesn't guarantee admission.
Guarantee your place at UQ: If you meet our guaranteed minimum ATAR you could secure an offer for your preferred program.
English language requirements
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.
TOEFL iBT (Paper Edition), PTE Academic, BE, CES, and OET are not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Inherent requirements
To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the Genuine Student (GS) requirement.
Entry score range
This table shows the range of entry scores for recent secondary students offered a place in the B Health, Sport & Physical Ed for Semester 1, 2024
| Without adjustments | With adjustments | |
|---|---|---|
| Highest | 93.05 | 95.05 |
| Median | 82.6 | 82.6 |
| Lowest | 74.3 | 75.25 |
Who you'll study with
Here's a snapshot of our student intake for this program in Semester 1, 2024:
| Applicant background | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
(A) Higher education study | N/P | N/P |
(B) Vocational Education and Training (VET) study | <5 | <5 |
(C) Work and life experience | 0 | 0% |
| (D) Recent secondary education | ||
| 0 | 0% |
| 19 | 57.6% |
| 0 | 0% |
International students | 0 | 0% |
Total | 33 | 100% |
"<5" — The number of students is less than 5.
N/A — Students not accepted in this category.
N/P — Not published. The number is hidden to protect the privacy of students in other cells.
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Additional application information
Additional application information
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$9,779
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
$9,779
2025
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $43,200
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
AUD $43,200
2025
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
HECS-HELP
Domestic places in the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) are Commonwealth Supported. This means the cost of your education is shared between you and the Australian Government.
Instead of tuition fees, Commonwealth Supported students pay what are called student contribution amounts.
HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their student contribution amounts.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
If your senior schooling is from outside Australia, you can submit your application to UQ. Or, if you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) is 2372.
Find out more about applying for undergraduate study
If your senior schooling is from Australia
Submit your application to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre if you're an international student who is currently studying:
- Australian Year 12 (in Australia or another country), or
- the International Baccalaureate in Australia.
The QTAC code for the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) is 729402.
Applying through QTAC
All domestic applications should be submitted to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QTAC code for the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Physical Education (Honours) is 729402.
Important dates
If you’re studying Year 12 in Australia, go to the QTAC website to check the closing date for this program.
If you’re applying to UQ, the closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
To check the closing date for this program, go to the QTAC website.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Admissions schemes
Applying to university can be both exciting and daunting, which is why we’ve tried to make the process as simple as we can.
We have several schemes in place to improve your chances of getting a place at UQ.
Pathway options
A rank or score doesn’t determine your potential.
If you're not offered a place in your first-choice program – or if you don't meet the entry requirements – you still have a number of options.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying – or if you have any questions about university life – get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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