Bachelor of Health Sciences with Sports Coaching and Human Movement Sciences at University of Northwest

BHSc in Sports coaching and HMS

Human Movement Sciences entails the science of the human body in movement in relation to physical activity, sport, motor development, and physical rehabilitation.

The qualification serves for the training and education of exercise trainers, fitness trainers, or sports organizers.

A bachelor’s degree in health sciences equips students with foundational healthcare and medical knowledge, preparing them for several career and educational pathways.

Admission Requirement

Academic paper selection; Best average mark

DURATION: 3 years.

Job Opportunities

Fitness Instructor

Sport Organiser

What can you do with a Bachelor of Medical and Health Sciences?

Research scientist. Research scientists can work in a variety of settings: government, non-government organizations, labs, or universities.

Clinical immunology scientist.

Pathologist.

Pharmacologist.

Biomedical scientist.

Histology technician.

How much does a medical scientist earn per month?

A mid-career Medical Scientist with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 20 000, while a Senior Medical Scientist with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 27 000. Medical Laboratory Scientists with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 35 000 per month.

What does a coaching science do?

Study the principles of sports coaching and specialize in a sport of your choice.

Provide sports opportunities to the beginning and intermediate sport participants in a manner that will contribute to community development as well as raise the standard of sport in South Africa.