Bachelor of Sport Science
Victoria University (VU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00124K; 02475D
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:physiologykinesiologybiomechanicsexercise 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.
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 units48 credit points Professional Core units96 credit points Major studies selected from the approved list.48 credit points Minor studies selected from the approved list.
Subjects
- Human movement
- Sport coaching
- Sport performance.
Standard entry requirements
Meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry into this course.Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent).OR:Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).PLUS:IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score or 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).OR:Completion of a Foundation course or equivalent.Special entry programsIf you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.Learn more about special admission programsAdditional informationApplicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: https://www.police.vic.gov.au and https://www.police.vic.gov.au/content.asp?Document_ID=274Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course. For more information see: http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au/ and http://www.workingwithchildren.vic.gov.au
Study pathways
VET applicants will be considered and pathways are available from a range of VET courses.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Footscray Park | International: $105,000 | No |
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