Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Study exercise and sport science

People exercise for many reasons, such as improving health, fitness and overall wellbeing, or for maximising performance in recreational or elite sports. Exercise and sport science is a dynamic and rapidly evolving field that focuses on prescribing and delivering exercise programs to achieve health and performance benefits.

Complete both programs in only one extra year of study and graduate with two degrees, increasing your in-demand skills and employability in roles such as performance analysis, research and high-level sports coaching.

The Bachelor of Applied Data Science equips Exercise and Sport Science students with data analysis and AI skills to optimise athlete performance, injury prevention, personalised training, and so on. It enhances career opportunities in sports analytics, health tech, and research-driven practice.

Exercise and Sport Science students are encouraged to consider concurrent enrolment in the Bachelor of Applied Data Science program.

Concurrent Enrolment

Immerse yourself with a comprehensive approach to learning about all aspects of physical health for the entire population. Our dedicated and highly trained staff are committed to equipping you with the knowledge and skills necessary for a meaningful career as an exercise scientist.

Exercise scientists can be found working in a variety of settings, including professional sports clubs, academies or institutes of sport, health and fitness centres, research institutes, hospitals, and private practices or clinics.

Course overview

We offer a globally recognised Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science program that encompasses all aspects of physical health delivered through a combination of online and face-to-face teaching.

Students will be able to undertake electives in alternative health areas (nutrition, anatomy, podiatry or psychology) as well as education, business or media to prepare themselves for professional or further postgraduate study opportunities.

Admission to our undergraduate degree programs usually requires successful completion of a senior secondary school qualification similar to the Higher School Certificate (HSC), the highest educational award in New South Wales schools.

Applicants who do not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy.

In the application portal, you can enter the program you wish to study and upload relevant documents needed as part of your application. It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester of trimester start date.

Careers are available in a variety of public and private sectors including sporting and fitness organisations, and academia.

With strong ties to various sporting centres such as Central Coast Mariners, Newcastle Knights, and Newcastle Jet, students can receive a dynamic placement before commencing their career.

Professional outcomes:

• Exercise Scientist
• Sport Scientist
• Strength and Conditioning Coach
• Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist
• Health Promotion Officer
• Community Recreation and Fitness  Officer
• Sports Development Manager
• Sports Administrator
• Research Scientist
• Allied Health Assistant

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