Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice)

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Fees

Fee type for this course: Full fee

Location

Applications closed

Overview

Kick off your career in sports and exercise at Victoria University by studying our Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice).

Work with new ideas and new technologies, and gain knowledge and skills for a professional career in an area that matches your interests and passions:

exercise science
sport science
sports practice
community fitness and health
high-performance sport
rehabilitation.

Learn from world-leading experts in sport studies, and enjoy access to our state-of-the-art facilities. You'll benefit from our hundreds of sports industry connections, with professional placements and industry networking opportunities.

The Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice) covers biological and social sciences, with a focus on sports physiology and biomechanics. You will build a solid understanding of the science that underpins sports and exercise. Join a group of VU graduates known to be strong performers in the sports industry due to their practical experience.

: Victoria University has been ranked number 6 in the world for sport science (ShanghaiRanking, 2025).
Our ground-breaking research, world-class facilities and partnerships with some of the world’s top sporting clubs have rocketed us to this position.
Studying with us means you benefit from all the opportunities that come with our elite status – learning from academics who are connected with top organisations, researching with national sporting bodies and accessing our cutting-edge sport-science equipment.
: VU has strong, unique partnerships with more than 350 local, national and global organisations across the sport, exercise and recreation industries. These partnerships inform the content of our courses and provide joint research opportunities. Our partnerships also give you access to industry contacts and work placements.
Our partners include:
Western Bulldogs Football Club
Australian Institute of Sport
Victorian Racing Club
Australian Sports Commission
Real Madrid Football Club Foundation
Beijing and German Sports Universities
Sport Australia Hall of Fame
National Heart Foundation
VicHealth
National Ageing Research Institute
Football Federation Victoria
Tennis Australia
Western Health
Australian Football League (AFL).
: Everything you learn with VU has direct links to the real world. We place a strong emphasis on clinical and practical learning.
A key part of your studies will be experiencing the true nature of working in a professional sports environment in your industry placements. With mentoring and support along the way, you will gain direct practical experience by taking what you learn in the classroom and applying it in the real world. These placements will provide you with confidence and a competitive advantage in the workforce.
Placements and cadetships take place with VU partner organisations such as Western Bulldogs Football Club, Melbourne Storm or Maribyrnong College.
: You will have access to the amazing sport and exercise infrastructure and facilities at Victoria University’s Footscray Park Campus. We have the most comprehensive range of sport and exercise science facilities in the southern hemisphere.
The Institute for Health & Sport (IHES) is part of the world-class sport and learning precinct at the Footscray Park Campus. The facility features the most advanced sport and exercise technology available and is used by students, researchers, professional sports teams and community organisations.
At the Victoria University Community Sports Stadium you will learn alongside sport and recreation professionals. This stadium is a joint initiative with the Western Bulldogs.
Our facilities include:
exercise physiology labs
altitude hotel
biomechanics labs
motor learning and skilled performance labs
heat chambers
motor control and biofeedback labs
integrated teaching and learning facilities.
: Victoria University is Australia's most recognisable sport university. We have an outstanding reputation in sport, exercise science and health and fitness.
We have gained this through our extensive offering of sport-related courses and our world-class facilities. Also unique to VU is our significant research and partnerships, as well as our leading academic staff.
VU has the largest number of students enrolled in sport courses, and has more sports industry partners than any other university. We also have the most graduates working in the sport industry.
We received the highest possible ranking for human movement and sports science in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) assessment.

Entry requirements

When assessing your application, we consider your educational achievements and work experience, as well as your skills and personal attributes (where relevant).

Applicants for this course will need to meet the entry criteria outlined below. If you don’t meet the entry criteria, you may be able to gain entry by first completing a related course or unit(s). We call this a ‘pathway’.

You may also be eligible for course ‘credits’, where you are granted a unit or units towards your qualification for equivalent previous study or work experience, so you can graduate sooner.

Entry criteria

Credit & Entry pathways into this course

Victoria University is committed to providing a transparent admissions process. Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency. Meeting the minimum admission criteria does not guarantee entry into this course. Past academic performance may be considered.

Course structure

After you are accepted into your course, you will need to enrol in your course units.

During enrolment, use your course delivery plan to understand the structure and requirements of your course.

Fees & scholarships

Commonwealth supported place

A Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) is subsidised by the government, reducing it to the amount listed here. Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens will qualify for a CSP place. If your course is not Commonwealth supported, or you don't qualify, you'll pay full fees.

Learn more about Commonwealth Supported Places

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Scholarships

Careers

This course provides you with a broad range of skills and knowledge that will allow you to gain employment in the rapidly growing sports and exercise industry.

Graduates have gained employment at elite sport organisations, leisure centres and community service organisations. Some graduates have started their own businesses in health, fitness and personal training.

Aim for a career in:

sports science
strength and conditioning
fitness/skills coaching
personal training
exercise rehabilitation
community fitness and health services
sports performance
special populations training (elderly, disability, youth).

Example job titles include:

exercise physiologist
personal fitness trainer
strength and conditioning coach
exercise and sport scientist in professional sporting group
sport nutritionist
exercise rehabilitation
special populations training - elderly, people with a disability, young
community fitness and health services.

Visit Jobs and Skills Australia to see average salary & employment info for exercise physiologists in Australia.

Accreditation

Successful completion of this course will make you eligible to apply for membership of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as an Exercise Scientist.

Start dates

Applications closed

There are currently no scheduled intakes for this course.
Register your interest, and we'll get in contact to discuss your options.

Professional accreditation/Industry recognition

Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA)

This course is accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA).

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