Course Overview

About This Course

The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)(Sport and Recreation) is a doctoral degree offered by Victoria University in the field of Sport and Recreation (Society and Culture). This integrated PhD program is conducted in English and spans 208 weeks, providing advanced research training in sport and recreation disciplines.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Victoria University Footscray Park, Footscray Park, Victoria, Australia

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements are listed on this page. Please contact Victoria University directly for detailed admission criteria.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total estimated cost of the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)(Sport and Recreation) at Victoria University?

The estimated total course cost is AU$122,400, which consists entirely of tuition fees. There are no additional non-tuition fees listed.

How long does the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)(Sport and Recreation) take to complete?

The course has a duration of 208 weeks, which is approximately four years of full-time study.

Where is the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)(Sport and Recreation) delivered?

The course is delivered at Victoria University's Footscray Park campus, a location owned and operated by the provider (CRICOS Provider Code: 00124K).

Is the Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)(Sport and Recreation) eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

This course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights as it is a PhD (Skills Level 1 qualification), has a duration greater than 92 weeks, and falls within the Sport and Recreation narrow field of education under the Society and Culture broad field (not Management and Commerce). Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

What field of education does this doctoral program fall under?

The Doctor of Philosophy (Integrated)(Sport and Recreation) falls under the broad field of Society and Culture (09), with a narrow field of Sport and Recreation (0921) and a detailed field classification of Sport and Recreation, n.e.c. (092199).

Application

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Upcoming Intakes

09 February 2026

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $65,000 to $85,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $85,000 to $110,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $110,000 to $145,000 per year

Career Paths

University Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Sport Science or Recreation StudiesAssociate Professor / Professor in Human Movement or Sport SciencePostdoctoral Research Fellow — Sport, Exercise and HealthSports Scientist (elite athlete support — state/national institutes of sport)High Performance Research Lead

Key Skills

Advanced research design (quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods)Statistical data analysis using tools such as SPSS, R or STATAScientific and academic writing and scholarly publishingCritical review and synthesis of existing literatureEthical research practice and human ethics compliance (NHMRC frameworks)

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