Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Arts
Overview
Combine your interest and passion for physical activity, sport, exercise and nutrition with study in a wide range of arts disciplines and graduate ready to make a real impact on health outcomes for individuals and communities.
Through this dual program, you’ll gain creative and critical thinking skills, backed by an in-depth knowledge of human movement and nutrition sciences. This will help you build a portfolio of skills and capabilities that can be transferred across industries such as health care, government, education, business and finance, and higher education.
While studying the Bachelor of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences, you’ll explore human movement and nutrition across the lifespan and discover the roles that food, physical activity, exercise and sleep play in our health, the prevention of chronic disease, and sporting performance.
You’ll also develop the knowledge and skills to address two of the most important modifiable risk factors for chronic disease – physical activity and nutrition.
Through UQ’s arts program – the largest and the most comprehensive in Australia – you’ll have the opportunity to broaden your skill set by choosing from more than 45 study areas across the humanities, social sciences and languages.
The dual program provides multiple employment pathways, including working in diverse communities, in government organisations, and in consultancy.
Program highlights
- Develop the transferable skills essential to long-term job success in a range of industries, including the health sector
- Learn alongside a cohort of like-minded future health professionals at a world-leading university for sports-related subjects through your human movement and nutrition sciences program
- Tailor your arts program to suit your passions with 45 study areas across humanities, social sciences and languages
Majors
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
- Ancient Greek
- Ancient History
- Ancient History/History
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Work placements
- Online study
- Research experience
- Fieldwork
- Studios
- Workshops
Placements and work experience
HMST3103 Nutrition, Sport and Physical Activity Management - Industry Placement has been developed to provide final year Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences students with hands-on experience in a related work environment.
Students may be required to hold a current Blue Card (Working with Children Check). This is dependent on the requirements of their placement provider.
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'.
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Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Health policy analyst
- Sports journalist
- Policy adviser
- Policy developer
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Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C).
It is strongly recommended that students undertake:
- One of Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics, and
- One of Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Prerequisites
- General English subject (Units 3 & 4, C).
It is strongly recommended that students undertake:
- One of Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods or Specialist Mathematics, and
- One of Queensland Year 12 (or equivalent) Biology, Chemistry or Physics.
Entry score threshold
ATAR / Rank | IB |
---|---|
70 | 24.5 |
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 overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is 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 Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Arts 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 Human Movt & Nutr Sc/B Arts for Semester 1, 2024
Without adjustments | With adjustments | |
---|---|---|
Highest | <5 | <5 |
Median | <5 | <5 |
Lowest | <5 | <5 |
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 | 0 | 0% |
(B) Vocational Education and Training (VET) study | 0 | 0% |
(C) Work and life experience | 0 | 0% |
(D) Recent secondary education | ||
| <5 | <5 |
| 0 | 0% |
| 0 | 0% |
International students | <5 | <5 |
Total | 4 | 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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Majors
Majors
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
In this major, you'll develop connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, and strengthen your skills to think creatively and critically as a citizen of the world.
Graduates typically work in a broad range of roles with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, like education, community development, public health, government and advocacy.
The language and literature of Greece continue to have a profound impact on western culture. The study of ancient language is immensely valuable for appreciating the culture and sophistication of Graeco-Roman antiquity and its lasting influence on the modern world.
This major is ideal for students studying a dual program, as it will enhance studies in law, science or languages.
Courses span the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity, and focus on important individuals, ideas and events.
Travel to exotic destinations and explore the past at the RD Milns Antiquities Museum.
Graduates find fascinating careers that require researching, writing, and presentation skills – particularly with a wide breadth of historical knowledge and understanding of human society and cultures.
Given the important and enduring influence of ancient ideas and institutions today, studying ancient history provides a basis for a deeper understanding of modern society.
Interrogate critically the different forces which have helped to shape the lives and institutions of modern societies and cultures.
You could pursue roles in museums, publishing, media, international agencies, public and government sector in Australia and overseas.
You'll discover how cultural traditions continue and change over time, informing human beliefs and behaviour.
Gain practical experience through fieldwork and overseas opportunities, and access world-class facilities, including UQ's Anthropology Museum – home to the largest university collection of ethnographic material culture in Australia.
Graduates work in roles that require an understanding of diversity and cultural difference, with positions likely in government departments, Aboriginal Land Councils and consultancy firms.
Learn first-hand about archaeological methods and techniques. You'll develop skills in field survey and excavation, materials analysis, and interpreting archaeological collections and sites.
You’ll also have access to our Archaeology Lab and Archaeology Teaching and Research Centre (ATARC), Australia’s largest integrated teaching and research facility.
Your practical skills will prepare you for a global profession. Follow your passion to work in museums, cultural centres, agencies, law enforcement, government departments, or educational and research institutions.
In this major, you'll develop strong visual literacy and gain a broad knowledge of art traditions.
Access to the UQ Art Museum will add another dimension to your creative learning.
You'll be prepared for employment in private galleries and public art institutions, or you could become an arts writer, curator, education officer or registrar.
Build international awareness and boost your employability by studying Chinese alongside courses in business, education, tourism, engineering, information technology or politics.
There are separate majors for native speakers of Mandarin and other Chinese dialects.
You'll also learn about key issues in translation and interpreting ethics.
Gain the foundations to build a future career as an interpreter or a translator in diplomacy, law, education, business, politics, health, education and academia.
This major is designed for students who are native Chinese speakers.
Gain hands-on professional practice and deep industry engagement by studying criminology at UQ.
Learn how the criminal justice system works, and build the skills needed to develop and implement evidence-based crime policies and practices.
Graduates can pursue careers in policing, security and intelligence, corrective services, social policy and research.
Undertake this advanced major and you'll understand how economics, globalisation, development and sustainability shape the availability of resources in today's societies.
Graduates are highly employable across private and public sectors, agencies, international organisations, consultancies, companies and utilities.
English is the medium of communication, business and entertainment for millions of people around the world. From witty plays and elegant films to songs and novels, it allows people to formulate and convey their particular vision of the world and their often urgent need to celebrate or improve it.
Explore examples of English at work in different circumstances by combining courses from English literature, writing, poetry, media, film and television studies and the Internet.
You'll learn to examine familiar ideas from new perspectives, to approach unfamiliar ideas with intelligence, and to research, write and communicate your own ideas with confidence.
Graduates typically work in education as school teachers, heads of department, education advisors and student mentors.
You'll gain a specialisation in English and better understand the complex relationship between language, culture and identity.
Skilled graduates are sought after by international and multinational companies for positions in development, marketing, management and trade.
Explore the different ways that people from different times have lived, thought, argued, felt and imagined.
To study English Literature is to discover a compelling record of what is possible for us to experience, imagine and create.
Career paths lead to opportunities in education, government and arts administration, arts policy, communications, festivals and marketing.
Explore the commerce and aesthetics of film and television across cultures and history.
Critically analyse film and television style, and examine new industry and artistic trends ushered in by digital media.
Graduate opportunities include careers in education, festivals and events, publicity, marketing, film culture, screen corporations and film distributors.
Courses in this major cover language skills and offer knowledge about some of the major historical, social, literary and philosophical movements in the Francophone world.
You don't need to have any prior knowledge or to have studied French at high school.
Many graduates use their language competency to enhance their employability in fields such as business, education, tourism and politics.
The French major is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of French. If you have completed substantial French study, the French Advanced major is for you.
By studying French Advanced you will reach an 'Independent User' B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference, allowing you to communicate in detail on a broad range of subjects, express opinions and debate choices.
You will also acquire detailed knowledge of French-speaking cultures.
The French Advanced major is for students who have completed substantial French study. If you have no previous knowledge of French, the French major is for you.
Roles for graduates include areas like natural resource management, wildlife conservation, ecotourism, transport and planning.
Developing competence in speaking, reading and writing German can expand your career options in fields such as business, engineering and law.
Learn what informs people and their attitudes, motivations and prejudices through courses that are diverse and fascinating.
World-class historians will provide you with rich offerings in European, Asian and Australian history, from the medieval period right through to contemporary history.
History graduates develop important research, writing and presentation skills that are highly valued by employers, and can lead to work in museums, publishing and international agencies.
With over 270 million inhabitants, Indonesia is the world’s fourth most populous nation and is predicted to be the world’s fourth or fifth largest economy in the next decade.
You will learn about Indonesia's emergence as a strategic and economic powerhouse, how its future is informed by the past and by the hundreds of ethnic traditions that have been undergoing sustained revival since the early 2000s.
With graduates in professions across industries including business, tourism, law and mining, studying Indonesian can set you up for a career in just about anything.
International relations provides an in-depth understanding of the nature and exercise of power in world politics.
It covers the origins, constitution and development of the international system; how ideas shape order, justice and security; Australia’s role in global affairs and the interplay between domestic, international and transnational politics.
Graduates of this major will be global citizens, intellectually open and flexible, aware of and sensitive to cultural difference and motivated to make positive change through global engagement.
Choose from courses on foreign policy, terrorism, gender, political economy, security studies and more.
You'll study language courses from beginner to advanced levels, as well as courses (delivered mostly in Italian) that explore Italian literature, society, history, politics, cinema, popular culture and food culture.
You may choose to undertake a work-integrated learning experience in Italy – further enhancing your employability in many careers.
Knowledge of Italian language and understanding the significant role on the economic and cultural stages worldwide can open doors to careers in many fields, with graduate opportunities in education, translation/interpreting, hospitality and tourism, international politics and diplomacy.
Italian is available cross-institutionally at Griffith University. Details of courses are available on the Griffith University website. To study an Italian course, visit the Brisbane Universities Languages Alliance to submit your application.
Learn how Japanese is a key world language used to facilitate economic pursuits, research and government interaction. Discover the different levels of politeness and contextually appropriate expressions used in Japan.
Many students study Japanese alongside courses like business, education and tourism to expand their career opportunities in these fields.
The Japanese major is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of Japanese. If you have completed substantial Japanese study, then the Japanese Advanced major is for you.
Graduates with Japanese linguistic skills and cultural knowledge have been engaged in diverse sectors, including business, international relations, law, education, media, engineering and interpreting/translation.
The Japanese Advanced major is for students who have completed substantial Japanese study. If you have no previous knowledge of Japanese, then the Japanese major is for you.
Courses cover the study of journalism and other forms of public communication, along with global journalism, mass communication and digital media.
Career opportunities can be found in arts, business, government and business, marketing, communications or public relations.
You'll complete Korean language speaking and writing courses, and learn about Korean culture, including films, TV, internet culture and music.
Many students also study courses in fields where their major in Korean can a prove a future career asset, like business, education and tourism.
Classical Latin is important for the study not only of the Greco-Roman world, but also of the languages, ideas, and literature of pre-modern and modern societies, especially those of Europe, the UK, USA, and Australia.
Latin language and literature lasted into the 19th and 20th centuries for treatises of fundamental importance in science, medicine, diplomacy and law.
This major is ideal for students studying a dual program, as it will enhance studies in law, sciences, politics, and languages.
This senior syllabus area examines the interface of law and society, providing an understanding of the legal system and its protection of individual rights in line with obligations and responsibilities.
The major includes a variety of courses dealing with legal foundations - criminal, civil and business law, international law and human rights law.
Elective courses cover topics including offender rehabilitation and crime prevention.
Courses examine the sounds of language, words, sentences and meaning, and the complex interactions between them.
Linguistics leads to careers in areas as diverse as engineering and artificial intelligence, software engineering, health sciences, education, law and publishing.
Mathematics is one of the most enduring fields of study, and is essential in an expanding number of disciplines and professions.
Prerequisite courses cover essential topics, with higher-level courses covering mathematical analysis, probability bioinformatics, mathematical biology and many other subjects.
Graduates go on to research positions at universities, government agencies and private companies. There are also opportunities in banking, finance, insurance and risk management.
Focus on the ubiquity of digital media technologies in our lives, the role of media in cultural life, the emergence of digital media industries and technologies and much more.
Learn about new forms of media consumption and cultural practice, digital media industries and technologies and the cultural formations characteristic of media-dense digital societies.
Graduates often go on to careers in the events, marketing, media and communication fields.
You'll explore the written and aural complexities of music and approach the study of Western music in an engaging way.
This major focuses on employability through numerous partnerships with performing arts organisations, festivals and internship programs.
Graduate career options include professional musician and other roles in education, festivals and events, arts administration, publishing, media and writing.
In this major, you'll be taught by world-class academics who provide insight on conflict prevention strategies, international peacekeeping, humanitarian intervention, peace-building and conflict reconciliation processes.
You’ll also explore ethics, justice, gender, Indigenous politics and development issues.
A degree majoring in Peace and Conflict Studies can lead to a global career in diplomacy and foreign affairs, defence and intelligence, international development, and humanitarian and community services.
From science to art, religion, psychology, politics, economics, law, and ethics – questions about the world and our place in it are embedded in every area of inquiry.
This major empowers students to critically reflect on questions about reality, knowledge and truth while enhancing appreciation of methods of reasoning and the contributions they make to our understanding of ourselves and our world.
Students will receive explicit training in areas of critical analysis, problem-solving and argumentation. You will learn crucial 21st century skills that characterise critical, creative and independent thinkers, and they are highly prized by employers.
Studying philosophy fosters skills and a self-understanding that make us thoughtful and ethically engaged members of our various societies, empowering us to address present and future challenges.
By studying this major you will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to engage with and address pressing local and global issues.
Learn about the history of ideas of power and freedom, case studies of institutions and crisis management, and political rhetoric.
With a high-level analytical, research and communication skillset, graduates can find rewarding careers in a diverse range of organisations and industries including diplomacy and foreign affairs, defence and intelligence, and government and policy.
Study includes multimedia storytelling and production, media design, public relations writing, editing and publishing practices.
This major will prepare you for careers that require clear writing and creative communication in print or digital modes.
Graduates undertake careers in human resources, mental health services, youth and child support work, or fields a diverse as marketing, aged care and corrective services.
Only the extended major in Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. For more information on becoming a registered psychologist, visit the School of Psychology website.
You will examine the world’s most influential religious traditions and develop critical methods for analysing them.
Courses in this major cover the history of religions and religious thought, western and eastern religious traditions, sociology and ethnography of religion, contemporary religious movements, and the relationship between science and religion.
You'll be prepared for work in areas including education and academia, health and social welfare, law and justice or even broadcasting.
Learn how we are shaped by education, socioeconomic status, religion, gender and ethnicity, and understand how to analyse social problems and issues.
Many graduates secure roles in the public and private sectors as policy analysts, researchers, policy advisers, project managers and social workers.
Study courses in Latin American thinking and cultures, and imaginations of Latin America in the 20th century.
Learn how Spanish has become the official language for major international bodies like the United Nations and World Bank.
Mastering a world language like Spanish will enhance your future career opportunities if you're also studying other fields, including business, education or engineering.
Work with world-renowned creative practitioners to learn strategies for designing, structuring, writing and revising, and build a portfolio career in the changing publishing landscape.
Extend your networks and knowledge of the industry to become a creative or a corporate writer, or simply a better writer in general.
Writing skills are always in demand. Graduates have found work as journalists, teachers, editors, ghostwriters, publishers and playwrights.
Majors
Tailor your studies to suit your goals. This program offers these options:
In this major, you'll develop connections with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, and strengthen your skills to think creatively and critically as a citizen of the world.
Graduates typically work in a broad range of roles with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, like education, community development, public health, government and advocacy.
The language and literature of Greece continue to have a profound impact on western culture. The study of ancient language is immensely valuable for appreciating the culture and sophistication of Graeco-Roman antiquity and its lasting influence on the modern world.
This major is ideal for students studying a dual program, as it will enhance studies in law, science or languages.
Courses span the Bronze Age to Late Antiquity, and focus on important individuals, ideas and events.
Travel to exotic destinations and explore the past at the RD Milns Antiquities Museum.
Graduates find fascinating careers that require researching, writing, and presentation skills – particularly with a wide breadth of historical knowledge and understanding of human society and cultures.
Given the important and enduring influence of ancient ideas and institutions today, studying ancient history provides a basis for a deeper understanding of modern society.
Interrogate critically the different forces which have helped to shape the lives and institutions of modern societies and cultures.
You could pursue roles in museums, publishing, media, international agencies, public and government sector in Australia and overseas.
You'll discover how cultural traditions continue and change over time, informing human beliefs and behaviour.
Gain practical experience through fieldwork and overseas opportunities, and access world-class facilities, including UQ's Anthropology Museum – home to the largest university collection of ethnographic material culture in Australia.
Graduates work in roles that require an understanding of diversity and cultural difference, with positions likely in government departments, Aboriginal Land Councils and consultancy firms.
Learn first-hand about archaeological methods and techniques. You'll develop skills in field survey and excavation, materials analysis, and interpreting archaeological collections and sites.
You’ll also have access to our Archaeology Lab and Archaeology Teaching and Research Centre (ATARC), Australia’s largest integrated teaching and research facility.
Your practical skills will prepare you for a global profession. Follow your passion to work in museums, cultural centres, agencies, law enforcement, government departments, or educational and research institutions.
In this major, you'll develop strong visual literacy and gain a broad knowledge of art traditions.
Access to the UQ Art Museum will add another dimension to your creative learning.
You'll be prepared for employment in private galleries and public art institutions, or you could become an arts writer, curator, education officer or registrar.
Build international awareness and boost your employability by studying Chinese alongside courses in business, education, tourism, engineering, information technology or politics.
There are separate majors for native speakers of Mandarin and other Chinese dialects.
You'll also learn about key issues in translation and interpreting ethics.
Gain the foundations to build a future career as an interpreter or a translator in diplomacy, law, education, business, politics, health, education and academia.
This major is designed for students who are native Chinese speakers.
Gain hands-on professional practice and deep industry engagement by studying criminology at UQ.
Learn how the criminal justice system works, and build the skills needed to develop and implement evidence-based crime policies and practices.
Graduates can pursue careers in policing, security and intelligence, corrective services, social policy and research.
Undertake this advanced major and you'll understand how economics, globalisation, development and sustainability shape the availability of resources in today's societies.
Graduates are highly employable across private and public sectors, agencies, international organisations, consultancies, companies and utilities.
English is the medium of communication, business and entertainment for millions of people around the world. From witty plays and elegant films to songs and novels, it allows people to formulate and convey their particular vision of the world and their often urgent need to celebrate or improve it.
Explore examples of English at work in different circumstances by combining courses from English literature, writing, poetry, media, film and television studies and the Internet.
You'll learn to examine familiar ideas from new perspectives, to approach unfamiliar ideas with intelligence, and to research, write and communicate your own ideas with confidence.
Graduates typically work in education as school teachers, heads of department, education advisors and student mentors.
You'll gain a specialisation in English and better understand the complex relationship between language, culture and identity.
Skilled graduates are sought after by international and multinational companies for positions in development, marketing, management and trade.
Explore the different ways that people from different times have lived, thought, argued, felt and imagined.
To study English Literature is to discover a compelling record of what is possible for us to experience, imagine and create.
Career paths lead to opportunities in education, government and arts administration, arts policy, communications, festivals and marketing.
Explore the commerce and aesthetics of film and television across cultures and history.
Critically analyse film and television style, and examine new industry and artistic trends ushered in by digital media.
Graduate opportunities include careers in education, festivals and events, publicity, marketing, film culture, screen corporations and film distributors.
Courses in this major cover language skills and offer knowledge about some of the major historical, social, literary and philosophical movements in the Francophone world.
You don't need to have any prior knowledge or to have studied French at high school.
Many graduates use their language competency to enhance their employability in fields such as business, education, tourism and politics.
The French major is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of French. If you have completed substantial French study, the French Advanced major is for you.
By studying French Advanced you will reach an 'Independent User' B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference, allowing you to communicate in detail on a broad range of subjects, express opinions and debate choices.
You will also acquire detailed knowledge of French-speaking cultures.
The French Advanced major is for students who have completed substantial French study. If you have no previous knowledge of French, the French major is for you.
Roles for graduates include areas like natural resource management, wildlife conservation, ecotourism, transport and planning.
Developing competence in speaking, reading and writing German can expand your career options in fields such as business, engineering and law.
Learn what informs people and their attitudes, motivations and prejudices through courses that are diverse and fascinating.
World-class historians will provide you with rich offerings in European, Asian and Australian history, from the medieval period right through to contemporary history.
History graduates develop important research, writing and presentation skills that are highly valued by employers, and can lead to work in museums, publishing and international agencies.
With over 270 million inhabitants, Indonesia is the world’s fourth most populous nation and is predicted to be the world’s fourth or fifth largest economy in the next decade.
You will learn about Indonesia's emergence as a strategic and economic powerhouse, how its future is informed by the past and by the hundreds of ethnic traditions that have been undergoing sustained revival since the early 2000s.
With graduates in professions across industries including business, tourism, law and mining, studying Indonesian can set you up for a career in just about anything.
International relations provides an in-depth understanding of the nature and exercise of power in world politics.
It covers the origins, constitution and development of the international system; how ideas shape order, justice and security; Australia’s role in global affairs and the interplay between domestic, international and transnational politics.
Graduates of this major will be global citizens, intellectually open and flexible, aware of and sensitive to cultural difference and motivated to make positive change through global engagement.
Choose from courses on foreign policy, terrorism, gender, political economy, security studies and more.
You'll study language courses from beginner to advanced levels, as well as courses (delivered mostly in Italian) that explore Italian literature, society, history, politics, cinema, popular culture and food culture.
You may choose to undertake a work-integrated learning experience in Italy – further enhancing your employability in many careers.
Knowledge of Italian language and understanding the significant role on the economic and cultural stages worldwide can open doors to careers in many fields, with graduate opportunities in education, translation/interpreting, hospitality and tourism, international politics and diplomacy.
Italian is available cross-institutionally at Griffith University. Details of courses are available on the Griffith University website. To study an Italian course, visit the Brisbane Universities Languages Alliance to submit your application.
Learn how Japanese is a key world language used to facilitate economic pursuits, research and government interaction. Discover the different levels of politeness and contextually appropriate expressions used in Japan.
Many students study Japanese alongside courses like business, education and tourism to expand their career opportunities in these fields.
The Japanese major is designed for students who have no previous knowledge of Japanese. If you have completed substantial Japanese study, then the Japanese Advanced major is for you.
Graduates with Japanese linguistic skills and cultural knowledge have been engaged in diverse sectors, including business, international relations, law, education, media, engineering and interpreting/translation.
The Japanese Advanced major is for students who have completed substantial Japanese study. If you have no previous knowledge of Japanese, then the Japanese major is for you.
Courses cover the study of journalism and other forms of public communication, along with global journalism, mass communication and digital media.
Career opportunities can be found in arts, business, government and business, marketing, communications or public relations.
You'll complete Korean language speaking and writing courses, and learn about Korean culture, including films, TV, internet culture and music.
Many students also study courses in fields where their major in Korean can a prove a future career asset, like business, education and tourism.
Classical Latin is important for the study not only of the Greco-Roman world, but also of the languages, ideas, and literature of pre-modern and modern societies, especially those of Europe, the UK, USA, and Australia.
Latin language and literature lasted into the 19th and 20th centuries for treatises of fundamental importance in science, medicine, diplomacy and law.
This major is ideal for students studying a dual program, as it will enhance studies in law, sciences, politics, and languages.
This senior syllabus area examines the interface of law and society, providing an understanding of the legal system and its protection of individual rights in line with obligations and responsibilities.
The major includes a variety of courses dealing with legal foundations - criminal, civil and business law, international law and human rights law.
Elective courses cover topics including offender rehabilitation and crime prevention.
Courses examine the sounds of language, words, sentences and meaning, and the complex interactions between them.
Linguistics leads to careers in areas as diverse as engineering and artificial intelligence, software engineering, health sciences, education, law and publishing.
Mathematics is one of the most enduring fields of study, and is essential in an expanding number of disciplines and professions.
Prerequisite courses cover essential topics, with higher-level courses covering mathematical analysis, probability bioinformatics, mathematical biology and many other subjects.
Graduates go on to research positions at universities, government agencies and private companies. There are also opportunities in banking, finance, insurance and risk management.
Focus on the ubiquity of digital media technologies in our lives, the role of media in cultural life, the emergence of digital media industries and technologies and much more.
Learn about new forms of media consumption and cultural practice, digital media industries and technologies and the cultural formations characteristic of media-dense digital societies.
Graduates often go on to careers in the events, marketing, media and communication fields.
You'll explore the written and aural complexities of music and approach the study of Western music in an engaging way.
This major focuses on employability through numerous partnerships with performing arts organisations, festivals and internship programs.
Graduate career options include professional musician and other roles in education, festivals and events, arts administration, publishing, media and writing.
In this major, you'll be taught by world-class academics who provide insight on conflict prevention strategies, international peacekeeping, humanitarian intervention, peace-building and conflict reconciliation processes.
You’ll also explore ethics, justice, gender, Indigenous politics and development issues.
A degree majoring in Peace and Conflict Studies can lead to a global career in diplomacy and foreign affairs, defence and intelligence, international development, and humanitarian and community services.
From science to art, religion, psychology, politics, economics, law, and ethics – questions about the world and our place in it are embedded in every area of inquiry.
This major empowers students to critically reflect on questions about reality, knowledge and truth while enhancing appreciation of methods of reasoning and the contributions they make to our understanding of ourselves and our world.
Students will receive explicit training in areas of critical analysis, problem-solving and argumentation. You will learn crucial 21st century skills that characterise critical, creative and independent thinkers, and they are highly prized by employers.
Studying philosophy fosters skills and a self-understanding that make us thoughtful and ethically engaged members of our various societies, empowering us to address present and future challenges.
By studying this major you will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to engage with and address pressing local and global issues.
Learn about the history of ideas of power and freedom, case studies of institutions and crisis management, and political rhetoric.
With a high-level analytical, research and communication skillset, graduates can find rewarding careers in a diverse range of organisations and industries including diplomacy and foreign affairs, defence and intelligence, and government and policy.
Study includes multimedia storytelling and production, media design, public relations writing, editing and publishing practices.
This major will prepare you for careers that require clear writing and creative communication in print or digital modes.
Graduates undertake careers in human resources, mental health services, youth and child support work, or fields a diverse as marketing, aged care and corrective services.
Only the extended major in Psychology is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. For more information on becoming a registered psychologist, visit the School of Psychology website.
You will examine the world’s most influential religious traditions and develop critical methods for analysing them.
Courses in this major cover the history of religions and religious thought, western and eastern religious traditions, sociology and ethnography of religion, contemporary religious movements, and the relationship between science and religion.
You'll be prepared for work in areas including education and academia, health and social welfare, law and justice or even broadcasting.
Learn how we are shaped by education, socioeconomic status, religion, gender and ethnicity, and understand how to analyse social problems and issues.
Many graduates secure roles in the public and private sectors as policy analysts, researchers, policy advisers, project managers and social workers.
Study courses in Latin American thinking and cultures, and imaginations of Latin America in the 20th century.
Learn how Spanish has become the official language for major international bodies like the United Nations and World Bank.
Mastering a world language like Spanish will enhance your future career opportunities if you're also studying other fields, including business, education or engineering.
Work with world-renowned creative practitioners to learn strategies for designing, structuring, writing and revising, and build a portfolio career in the changing publishing landscape.
Extend your networks and knowledge of the industry to become a creative or a corporate writer, or simply a better writer in general.
Writing skills are always in demand. Graduates have found work as journalists, teachers, editors, ghostwriters, publishers and playwrights.
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.
$12,640
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
$12,640
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 $46,192
2024
Fee information for 2025 is not yet available. Fee information displayed is for 2024.
AUD $46,192
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 Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Arts 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 Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Arts is 2526.
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 Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Arts is 720302.
Applying through QTAC
All domestic applications should be submitted to the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QTAC code for the Bachelors of Human Movement and Nutrition Sciences / Arts is 720302.
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 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
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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.
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