Program Overview

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences

The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences takes a multidisciplinary approach to examine humans’ relationship with sport, exercise and physical activity. Theory is combined with hands-on laboratory and practical work so you have the opportunity to develop technical and communication skills.

Degree Overview

• Duration: 3 years full-time
• Campus: UWA (Crawley campus)
• Degree Type: Specialised Bachelor's Degree
• Cricos Code: D

Majors Available

• Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences & Master of Applied Human Performance Science
  • The combined course will prepare you thoroughly for a successful career in the sport and recreation industries.
• Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • Become an Exercise Physiologist to provide exercise interventions for people with chronic and complex medical conditions
• Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Public Health
  • Learn to apply theoretical knowledge to develop and deliver exercise-based interventions for fitness, performance, and health and wellbeing.
• Sport Science, Exercise and Health (Extended Major)
  • This extended major provides a sound basis in sport and exercise science theory combined with practical, technical and communication skills.

The Learning Experience

• UWA Exercise and Performance Centre
  • The UWA Exercise and Performance Centre (EPC) provides individual and group exercise services to improve health, function and physical performance.
• Find out more about Sport at UWA
  • Reach your full potential through sport.

Fees and Scholarships

• Domestic Student Fees
  • For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study.
• International Student Fees
  • Annual course fee: $46,200.00 (2025)
• Scholarships
  • Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Careers and Further Study

• Career Opportunities
  • Skills developed from this degree can lead to opportunities in numerous industries. The major career pathways are sports and high performance, clinical exercise physiology, public health, and education.
  • Job titles include:
    • Exercise scientist
    • Sports coach
    • Sports promoter
    • Exercise and health advisor/consultant
• Further Study
  • Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
  • Master of Public Health

Entry Requirements

• Admission Requirements
  • Achieve the University’s minimum entry score
  • Demonstrate English language competence
  • Satisfy any prerequisites for your preferred majors
• Assured Pathway Information
  • If you have a professional career in mind, take advantage of one of our Assured Pathways.

Accreditation

• Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA)
  • The Sport Science, Exercise and Health major (MJD-SEHDM) in any course leading to a Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences or Bachelor of Philosophy is accredited by Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). Graduates will be eligible to apply as an accredited exercise scientist.

Why Study Sport and Exercise Sciences at UWA?

• Award-winning work-integrated learning program
• Help tackle our biggest health challenges by understanding the effects of physical activity on human health and performance
• Industry partnerships in sport (AFL, WAFL, Western Force) and health (clinic and hospital placements)

Student Story

• Riley Dolman
  • In third year we do a practical placement and I’m really enjoying working at the West Coast Eagles, as football is one of my passions. The placement creates connections for me that I hope will help me to reach my career aspirations.