Bachelor Of Sport Science in Victoria University, Australia

Bachelor Of Sport Science in Victoria University

Overview

Join Australia's leading sport university 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.

VU's research in human movement and sports science was rated 'well above world standard' by the latest Excellence in Research for Australia assessment.

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.

Learning advice

VU’s Learning Hubs are welcoming spaces where you can improve your study and employability skills.

Our students can attend Learning Hubs at one of five VU campuses.

We offer maths, writing, careers and English-language advice, and show you effective ways to study and manage your time.

Our programs include:

• workshops
• drop-in sessions
• peer mentoring
• maths and writing resources
• resume and career guidance.

We also have accessibility support services and counselling services available to all students.

Careers in sports science

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:

• exercise physiology
• personal fitness training
• exercise and sport science within a professional sporting group
• sport nutrition
• sports data analysis
• athlete talent identification and development
• performance coaching
• special populations training - elderly, people with a disability, youth
• community fitness and health services.

Salaries

Employment for fitness instructors, sport coaches, instructors and officials in Australia rose very strongly over the last five years and is expected to continue growing very strongly until at least November 2020 (Job Outlook(external link)).  

Exercise physiologists have an average annual salary of $52,987 (PayScale(external link)). The average annual earnings of a sport coach, instructor or official is $60,788 (Job Outlook(external link)).

Know more about Studying in Australia

Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average)	BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia	AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia	TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia	Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia	2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia	AUD 620
Student Visa in Australia	The subclasses for the visa were reduced to two from the eight for convenience. The two visa subclasses are Subclass 500 (for students) and Subclass 590 (For Student Guardian).
Intakes in Australia	There are Two Main Intakes in Australia: February and July.
Top Job Sectors in Australia	Health Care and Social Assiastance, Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Public Administration and Safety, Transport & Logistics, etc.
Economy in Australia	1.7% (2019e) 2.3% (2020e), 10th Largest in the World by Nominal