Course summary
Strength and conditioning science is the study of how the human body can adapt to various training modalities such as strength, power, speed, interval or endurance over time. The degree will broaden the employment scope for those working in the field of strength and conditioning where qualifications are increasingly essential.
The Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning is offered part-time, is fully online and uses best practice in technology-enhanced learning. It will be taught by experienced industry and academic staff.
You will learn about the fundamental scientific principles of strength and conditioning for athletic populations including applied strength anatomy, physiological adaptations to training and neuromechanics of athletic foundation movements.
In the final subject, you will integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you have gained in the earlier subjects in authentic activities which have real-world relevance and application to strength and conditioning coaches.
This Graduate Certificate qualification produces career ready employable graduates. You will acquire relevant critical skills and knowledge needed to become strength and conditioning professionals.
Course information
Study area
Health & Medicine
Campus
UOW Online Wollongong
Course Code
2130
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Duration
1 year part-time
Delivery
Distance
Cricos
UAC Code
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions policy.
For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.
FEES
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
UOW Online Wollongong | Distance | $6,768 (2020) | $13,536 (2020) |
The above tuition fee is the amount payable for a full fee-paying place. Commonwealth Supported places are also available in some postgraduate coursework degrees in the Faculty of Science, Medicine & Health subject to quota availability.
For information regarding fees and assistance, including Commonwealth contribution amounts, please refer to the UOW Current Students website.
Tuition fees are dependent upon the actual year of commencement and are subject to change without notice.
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
| English Test |
Overall Score |
Reading |
Writing |
Listening |
Speaking |
| IELTS Academic |
6.5 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
6.0 |
| TOEFL (Internet-based) |
86 |
18 |
18 |
17 |
17 |
UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)
Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.
FEES
Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study.
Overseas Health Cover:
Overseas Health Cover (OSHC) must be purchased for the proposed duration of the student visa. For information regarding the OSHC fees applicable, please refer to the international fees website.
CAMPUS | DELIVERY METHOD | SESSION FEE* | COURSE FEE* |
|---|---|---|---|
UOW Online Wollongong | Distance | $7,308 (2020) | $14,616 (2020) |
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2018.
Applicant background |
2019 intake |
2019 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| ATAR Only Students admitted only on the basis of ATAR including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| ATAR plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both ATAR and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only (non-ATAR) These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where ATAR was not a factor (e.g. UOW Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
ATAR PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ‘ATAR-based admission’.
|
ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2019 |
ATAR The unadjusted, raw ATARs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR. | Selection Rank The ATARs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)
More Information
For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2020 Autumn | UOW Online Wollongong | Session: 2 March – 25 June 2020 Applications Close
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Course structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:
| CLO | Description | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Demonstrate comprehensive and coherent knowledge of anatomical and physiological human movement. | ||||||
| 2 | Apply principles of strength and conditioning across the life span. | ||||||
| 3 | Analyse and critique functional movement to design appropriate exercise interventions. | ||||||
| 4 | Communicate sensitively in both written and oral formats relevant information to a range of audiences. | ||||||
| 5 | Critically apply evaluate evidence-based practice to solve complex problems. | ||||||
| 6 | Demonstrate evidence of reflective and professional practice. | ||||||
Course Structure
To qualify for award of the degree, the Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning, a candidate must successfully complete at least 24 credit points in accordance with the table below.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXSC930 | Scientific Principles of Strength and Conditioning | 6 | Autumn |
| EXSC931 | Prescribing Current, Evidence-based Strength and Conditioning Program | 6 | Autumn |
| EXSC932 | Professional Application of Knowledge-based Strength & Conditioning | 12 | Spring |
Accreditation & professional recognition
The Graduate Certificate is currently in the final stages of preparation for submission to the following governing bodies for recognition:
· Australian Strength and Conditioning Association (ASCA)
Why choose this course
Health Care and Social Assistance has been the primary provider of new jobs within Australia and is projected to make the largest contribution of 14.9% to employment growth from 2018 to 2023. With this comes exciting employment opportunities and career options. (Source: Employment Projections)
Working in health requires real-world practical skills and contemporary knowledge. At UOW we're committed to 'enquiry-based learning' that teaches you to constantly seek out knowledge, analyse it and apply it in your chosen profession. We integrate technology into all our learning and teaching to ensure that you graduate equipped to excel in a constantly changing and technologically advanced world. You'll benefit from practical placements where you'll develop your skills on real people, in a real-world setting.
Our courses are taught by professionals who are world-leading researchers and experienced practitioners/clinicians, so the skills and knowledge you acquire can be applied to real-world challenges today and in the future. Our professional health degrees are highly respected and valued by industry, so the qualifications you earn will be recognised and highly sought after when you graduate.
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