Undergraduate Study
The Human Movement Studies degree covers study of the basic sciences including:
- anatomy
- psychology and
- physiology
These sciences are applyed in subjects such as:
- functional anatomy
- exercise physiology
- exercise and sports psychology
- motor control and learning
- exercise prescription, and
- biomechanics
The course offers the opportunities to study electives in other health areas such as health promotion, nutrition, and health and safety, or from other university courses.
Double Degree Options
Students can choose to combine their degree in Human Movement Studies with another degree area such as nutrition and dietetics, podiatry, nursing, business or education to create a double degree award.
Combining interests in human movement studies with other areas of study enhances career opportunities. Such careers may include:
- sports journalism
- sports marketing management
- sports psychology
- sports and exercise nutrition, and
- teaching
These courses may be completed in the same time frame or may take an additional year to complete.
First Year Undergraduate Experience 
The School of Human Movement Studies Orientation Camp provides an opportunity for first year students to socialise with their peers and the assisting staff and fourth-year students. The School believes that this is an excellent method of minimising the social isolation that can be felt in a large university.
The camp is for a period of three days, and venues have included such destinations as the Numinbah Valley, Moreton Island, Noosa Wilderness Camp and most recently Luther Heights at Coolum. At the end of the camp, students know approximately 30 people extremely well, another 30 or 40 by their first names, and everyone else well enough to speak to when they see them in the library or in the refectory. Activities include orienteering, beach games, initiative games, kayaking and sand events.
The School of Human Movement Studies also supports an active student group called the "Movers and Educators". This group comprises of Human Movement Studies students and Education students studying Physical Education. The group assists during orientation activities, holds regular BBQs, has frequent social outings and organises the end of year "Movers and Shakers" Ball.
International Students?
If you are an international student who is interested in studying one of the many undergraduate or postgraduate courses offered by the School of Human Movement Studies, it would be beneficial to view the QUT International Student website. This will guide you on topics such as eligibility, application procedures and local Brisbane information.
Postgraduate Study
The school of Human Movement studies has an exciting postgraduate program offering a mix of research and coursework. Our students work closely with their academic supervisor(s) on PhD, Masters and Honours level projects.The School offers postgraduate units in the fields of exercise and sports science, and physical and health education.
Students enjoy a supportive, collaborative atmosphere within the school and engage in a number of research and social activities.
You will find any postgraduate experience most productive and enjoyable.
Director of Postgraduate Studies:
Email: a.hills@qut.edu.au
Telephone: (07) 31383286
Location: O Block, A wing, Room O-A422, Kelvin Grove Campus