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Begin your path to becoming a physical and mental health professional in a dynamic higher education setting that offers hands-on learning experiences under the mentorship of globally recognized experts.
At UniSA, you can earn two degrees in just one additional year, equipping you with specialized skills aligned with evolving industry demands in health and wellness.
UniSA provides South Australia's first fully accredited exercise and sport science program.1 You'll also gain from studying at the state's top-ranked university for psychology research,2 along with world-leading research in exercise and sports science.3 The university houses the prestigious Alliance for Research in Exercise, Nutrition and Activity (ARENA).
Upon completion, graduates can apply for Accredited Exercise Scientist status through Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).
With the expanding health and wellness sector, career opportunities for dual-degree graduates are excellent.
Potential career paths include:
Exercise scientist: Apply principles of biomechanics, physiology, and psychology to evaluate and enhance fitness, athletic performance, and overall health.
Athlete counselor (with additional qualifications): Support athletes' mental health, cognitive function, and physical performance.
School counselor (with further education): Promote student welfare in primary and secondary educational settings.
Strength and conditioning coach: Train athletes to achieve peak performance for competitive success.
Sports psychologist (with advanced study): Enhance athletic performance through psychological strategies.
To qualify as a Registered Psychologist or Research Psychologist, you must:
Complete your Bachelor of Psychology with a strong GPA, then potentially pursue an Honours year in the Bachelor of Psychology (Honours) (MHPU) program.
Follow this with either a two-year Master of Psychology (Clinical) or a psychology doctoral program to gain registration with the Psychology Board of Australia.