University of New England

Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Exercise and sports science explores human movement and how it applies to physical activity. Advances in research and technology related to sports and exercise are constantly revealing new ways to optimise human performance, fitness and health. UNE’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science will help you to maintain your on-the-pulse professionalism in this dynamic industry.

You will future proof your career by gaining critical knowledge in areas such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, human nutrition and sport psychology. You will hone your logical, critical and creative thinking abilities and put your skills into practice in the design, implementation and evaluation of exercise and physical activity for healthy people.

Delivery mode

University of New England offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

I am a current or recent Year 12 student

  • Guaranteed ATAR: 72.55

I am an applicant with higher education study

You have studied at UNE or other higher education institutions, completed or otherwise.

You can apply for this course if you have undertaken any of the following qualifications with an appropriate Grade Point Average (GPA):

  • Undergraduate Certificates
  • Diplomas
  • Advanced Diplomas/Associate degrees
  • Bachelor degrees
  • Postgraduate degrees

I am an applicant with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

When assessing your application, we will look at the following factors:

  • Level and type of qualification (Certificate IV or above)
  • Graded or ungraded (competency-based)
  • Complete or incomplete.

I am an applicant with work and life experience

  • You left high school more than two years ago or did not finish Year 12.

I am a current or recent Year 12 student

  • Guaranteed ATAR: 72.55

I am an applicant with higher education study

You have studied at UNE or other higher education institutions, completed or otherwise.

You can apply for this course if you have undertaken any of the following qualifications with an appropriate Grade Point Average (GPA):

  • Undergraduate Certificates
  • Diplomas
  • Advanced Diplomas/Associate degrees
  • Bachelor degrees
  • Postgraduate degrees

I am an applicant with Vocational Education and Training (VET) study

When assessing your application, we will look at the following factors:

  • Level and type of qualification (Certificate IV or above)
  • Graded or ungraded (competency-based)
  • Complete or incomplete.

I am an applicant with work and life experience

  • You left high school more than two years ago or did not finish Year 12.

English language requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0)
  • TOEFL (internet based): 91 (no component less than 20)
  • Pearson (PTE Academic): 64 (no component less than 58)
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $28,623 - $101,487 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$28,623
Full Fee Tuition:
$101,487
Enquire with University of New England to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $28,623 - $101,487 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science will prepare you for the following roles.

Exercise Physiologist

An Exercise Physiologist creates physical activity programs for clients with a range of needs. You might develop exercise plans for people with a d...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Exercise Scientist

An Exercise Scientist assesses and improves physical performance through exercise prescription and rehabilitation strategies. They work with indivi...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

Strength and Conditioning Coach

Strength and Conditioning Coaches are specialist coaches who help their clients increase physical strength and body condition to improve athletic p...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

About University of New England

For over 60 years, the University of New England has been a leader in providing distance education to students throughout Australia and the world.

UNE was formed in 1938 as the New England University College, a College of the University of Sydney. The University became fully independent in 1954 and pioneered teaching to external students by correspondence, making UNE Australia's most experienced provider of distance and now online education — UNE is Australia's second-largest online university.

Our focus is on your future, providing you with a personal and flexible approach to learning. We offer more than 200 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and higher degree research levels with options to study online or on campus.

We work to ensure that our research is relevant and responsive to the challenges facing us today and insightful towards the future needs of individuals and communities at all levels.

We continue to build research excellence and develop a culture where achieving impact with our research is an integral part of our academic life that is both rewarding and rewarded, and institutionally acknowledged and supported.