3 years/full-time
On campus – February, July
Blacktown (NSW), Brisbane (Queensland), Melbourne (Victoria), North Sydney (NSW)
$17500
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Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science students must complete 40 hours of community engagement and 140 hours of appropriate professional experience (practicum) as part of course accreditation requirements.
You’ll have the opportunity to get real-world experience during the two units of compulsory professional experience you’ll complete throughout your degree. You’ll spend time in organisations integrating the theory you’ve learnt with practical skills, giving you a chance to reflect on possible career paths and meet the Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) requirements for exercise science accreditation.
We’re connected to a huge range of sporting organisations including the Australian Institute of Sport; AFL, NRL and A-League clubs; Tennis Australia; and America’s NBA. With us you’ll get outstanding opportunities for industry placement and future employment in Australia and around the world.
Students have recently completed internships at AFL clubs, Tennis Australia and the National Ageing Research Institute. Students have completed tasks such as assisting in coaching athletes in gym sessions, prescribing exercises for athletes and monitoring their technique, managing and operating specific performance analysis equipment, testing, assessing and collecting data from elite athletes to create reports for athletes and coaches.
This degree has provisional accreditation by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) at the exercise science level for Strathfield, Melbourne, Brisbane and Blacktown campuses. Please note that ESSA requires all individuals seeking initial accreditation to meet ESSA’s English Language requirements . Depending on elective units chosen, graduates may be eligible to apply for Level 1 accreditation with the Australian Strength and Conditioning Association.
Graduates have pursued careers in:
ACU works with a variety of industry partners:
Note: This course map is a guide only and may be subject to change. Students should consult with their course coordinator for individual study plans.
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
| State | Prerequisites |
|---|---|
| New South Wales | Assumed knowledge: English (Standard) Band 3; Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE); Mathematics (any) OR one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics |
| Queensland | Assumed knowledge: English (Units 3 & 4, C). One of General Mathematics, Mathematical Methods, Specialist Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Health or Physical Education (Units 3 & 4, C) |
| Victoria | Prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL |
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission. For the most up-to-date entry requirements in future years, please contact our team directly, as we serve as the official mediator for admissions guidance.
Unit fee: $2200
Average first year fee: $17500
Estimate total cost: $52000
The tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. Fees are reviewed annually.
Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you'll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
You could be eligible for one of our many scholarships that help students from across the university. Our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit or equity and may assist You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities.
Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren't just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
