Bachelor of Exercise Science

Yes, the Bachelor of Exercise Science at the Wollongong campus is accredited with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates are eligible to apply for accreditation as Exercise Scientists with ESSA. The Liverpool campus offering (commencing 2026) is based on the accredited Wollongong course, but ESSA accreditation for Liverpool is pending. It is highly recommended that all graduates apply for accreditation with ESSA within 2 years of completing their degree, which is of particular importance for international students to ensure they meet the ESSA English Language requirements.

The practical experience component involves 140 hours of placement in a community, sporting, scientific, or commercial exercise setting, completed over 14 weeks at 10 hours per week. This placement is necessary for graduation and to become an accredited exercise scientist. Before commencing placement within a NSW Health facility, students must meet NSW Health's mandatory requirements for a police check, code of conduct, and immunisation/vaccination.

Yes, the Bachelor of Exercise Science is designed to meet the prerequisite requirements for admission into the Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of Wollongong.

Throughout the degree, you will study anatomy, physiology, exercise physiology, exercise prescription, nutrition, psychology, neuromechanics, and biomechanics. These core subjects are designed to deepen your understanding of how exercise affects the body, and how to use evidence-based practices and a person-centred approach to prescribe exercise safely and effectively.

The minimum score for guaranteed entry (or for consideration if the course has limited places) is a Selection Rank of 75. Your Selection Rank is your ATAR or IB Combined Rank plus any adjustments you are eligible to receive based on factors such as subjects studied, school location, or eligibility for equity and access schemes. The minimum International Baccalaureate admissions score (IBAS) is 28.00.