Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice)

A key part of your studies will be experiencing the true nature of working in a professional sports environment through industry placements. The Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) Practicum Standards require students to complete a minimum total of 140 hours of practicum, including at least 80 hours of activities demonstrating competence in exercise assessment, prescription and delivery, and up to 60 hours of any other activities within the scope of practice of an Accredited Exercise Scientist (AES). Placements and cadetships take place with VU partner organisations such as Western Bulldogs Football Club, Melbourne Storm or Maribyrnong College.

The minimum ATAR for this course is 55.05, based on the lowest selection rank (ATAR plus adjustments) that received an offer for the 2025 intake. The highest rank to receive an offer was 95.55 and the median rank was 69.10. Note that entry ranks will change in 2026 depending on the number and quality of applications received, and meeting the minimum entry criteria does not guarantee entry.

This course is accredited by Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA). Successful completion of this course will make you eligible to apply for membership of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) as an Exercise Scientist (Accredited Exercise Scientist, AES).

You will have access to the sport and exercise infrastructure and facilities at Victoria University's Footscray Park Campus, described as the most comprehensive range of sport and exercise science facilities in the southern hemisphere. Facilities include exercise physiology labs, an altitude hotel, biomechanics labs, motor learning and skilled performance labs, heat chambers, motor control and biofeedback labs, and integrated teaching and learning facilities. The Institute for Health & Sport (IHES) features the most advanced sport and exercise technology available and is used by students, researchers, professional sports teams and community organisations.

This course is offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for eligible students (Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens), with indicative fees of AU$17,399 per year for a full-time student in 2026. This fee is a guide only and does not include materials such as textbooks or the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). You may be able to get a HELP loan to pay for your studies, which is repaid through the tax system once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold. VU also awards hundreds of scholarships worth millions of dollars combined each year to support students.