Bachelor of Sport Science

Name: Bachelor of Sport Science
Price: <p>Tuition: per semester AU$17,500</p> AUD

VU course code: SBSA | CRICOS: 096485B | Level of study: Undergraduate

Duration

3 years

Delivery mode

Hybrid

Fees

Tuition: per semester AU$17,500

Location

Footscray Park

Next start date

24 February 2025

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Overview

Join one of Australia's leading sport universities and gain the very best knowledge for a professional career in the sport and exercise industry.

If you're passionate about health and fitness, get moving towards an exciting career in the rapidly growing sports industry through VU's Bachelor of Sport Science.

This specialised program leads to a variety of career options in clinical exercise science, rehabilitation, sport science or human movement.

You'll graduate with excellent foundational knowledge for a professional career in the sport and exercise industry, with key skills in these areas:

physiology
kinesiology
biomechanics
exercise psychology.

You can choose your major to match your interests and career goals, from:

Sport Performance – analysing and improving performance, health, and participation in sport and exercise.
Human Movement – holistic understanding of human movement, particularly in sport and physical activity.
Sport Coaching – coaching knowledge and skills in community-based coaching, talent identification and athlete–coach development.

: On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Integrate the biological and social scientific knowledge and professional skills that underpin professional practice in the field of sport science;

Critically analyse and synthesise knowledge gathered from sport science research and professional practice;

Exercise judgement and apply knowledge to solve routine sport science problems using social, ethical, economic, regulatory and global perspectives;

Exemplify and communicate knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently, both as an independent and collaborative professional; and

Critically reflect on professional and ethical frameworks, and interpersonal understanding, in order to work effectively in socially and culturally diverse communities and contexts.
: Take advantage of our position as #7 in the world for sport science, thanks to our ground-breaking research, world-class facilities and partnerships with some of the world’s top sporting clubs.
Studying at VU means you’ll benefit from all of 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.
: Our $68m high-technology Sport and Learning Precinct at our Footscray Park Campus is designed to help you get the most out of your course, and supports VU's world-class teaching and research.
The precinct features:
a high altitude 'hotel'
exercise physiology labs
biomechanics labs
heat chambers
integrated teaching and learning facilities.
: Our College of Sport, Health and Engineering has practical workplace learning opportunities with a network of over 350 sport industry employers.
Our strong emphasis on student-centred learning means you'll have unparalleled opportunities to undertake field placements and cadetships with elite and community sport teams, including the Western Bulldogs, Melbourne Storm and Maribyrnong College Elite Sports Academy.
: Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®, where you complete one subject at a time over four weeks, rather than juggling several at once.
Learning in workshop-style classes, you’ll develop strong connections with your peers and practical skills for your future career.
You’ll also get fast feedback on your assignments, helping you to improve quickly as you progress through your course.
Learn more about the VU Block Model®

Entry requirements

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’.

If you've completed a qualification where English was the primary language of instruction, you may be eligible for an exemption of English-language requirements.

In some cases, there may be additional entry requirements.

Learn more about entry requirements for international students.

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

To attain the Bachelor of Sport Science, students will be required to complete 288 credit points consisting of:

96 credit points First Year Core units
48 credit points Professional Core units
96 credit points Major studies selected from the approved list.
48 credit points Minor studies selected from the approved list.

Units

Fees & scholarships

As an international student at Victoria University, you will be required to pay your tuition fees up front each semester.

There may be additional materials fees throughout your studies, depending on your chosen course, as well as an administrative fee as part of your course.

Victoria University is proud to support our international scholarship recipients and sponsored students.

Fees

Scholarships

Careers

Our graduates gain employment at elite sport organisations, leisure centres and community service organisations – with some even starting their own business.

The course can lead to a career in: