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Deakin University

Bachelor Degree (Honours) in Exercise and Sport Science - Advanced

Geelong Waterfront Campus, Victoria, Australia

Level
Bachelor (Honours)
Duration
4.0F/P
Campus
Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
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Home Tuition
A$9,880 (maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative))

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

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Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
59,359
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
27.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
75.0%
of graduates employed
Placement Year
Available
Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
See fee page →
Home Tuition
A$9,880
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Admission notes

  • Current Year 12 graduates Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Recent Year 12 graduates Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with Higher Education study Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with VET study Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks Applicants with work and life experience Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University WWCC information and Working with Children in Victoria Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
  • For more information see: Deakin University police record check information and Victoria Police national police record checks | Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
  • Elite Athlete and Performer adjustment Student athletes may be eligible to receive 5 bonus aggregate points.
  • Applicants wishing to be considered for an elite athlete bonus must complete a personal statement indicating how their studies have been impacted by participation in sport at an elite level.
  • Applicants must also provide documented evidence of their participation in sport at an elite level to be considered for this.
  • See: Regional, Remote and Elite Sporting Bonuses Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, any English, Health and Human Development, Outdoor and Environmental Studies or Physical Education equals 3 aggregate points per study.
  • A study score of 30 in Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
  • A study score of 30 in Biology, any English, Health and Human Development, Maths: General Mathematics, Outdoor and Environmental Studies or Physical Education equals 2 aggregate points per study.
  • Overall maximum of 12 points.
  • SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
  • Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
  • For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
  • Elite Athlete and Performer adjustment Student athletes may be eligible to receive 5 bonus aggregate points.
  • Applicants wishing to be considered for an elite athlete bonus must complete a personal statement indicating how their studies have been impacted by participation in sport at an elite level.
  • Applicants must also provide documented evidence of their participation in sport at an elite level to be considered for this.
  • See: Regional, Remote and Elite Sporting Bonuses Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Biology, any English, Health and Human Development, Outdoor and Environmental Studies or Physical Education equals 3 aggregate points per study.
  • A study score of 30 in Maths: Mathematical Methods, Maths: Specialist Mathematics or Physics equals 3 aggregate points per study.
  • A study score of 30 in Biology, any English, Health and Human Development, Maths: General Mathematics, Outdoor and Environmental Studies or Physical Education equals 2 aggregate points per study.
  • Overall maximum of 12 points.
  • SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
  • Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
  • For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with Higher Education study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
  • VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish experience to be considered should include this information with suitable evidence in their VTAC Personal Statement.
  • This may include supporting statements from employers, organisations, coaches and other educational institutions.
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements.
  • Elite Athlete and Performer adjustment Student athletes may be eligible to receive 5 bonus aggregate points.
  • Applicants wishing to be considered for an elite athlete bonus must complete a personal statement indicating how their studies have been impacted by participation in sport at an elite level.
  • Applicants must also provide documented evidence of their participation in sport at an elite level to be considered for this.
  • See: Regional, Remote and Elite Sporting Bonuses SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
  • Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
  • For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with VET study Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
  • VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish experience to be considered should include this information with suitable evidence in their VTAC Personal Statement.
  • This may include supporting statements from employers, organisations, coaches and other educational institutions.
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements.
  • Elite Athlete and Performer adjustment Student athletes may be eligible to receive 5 bonus aggregate points.
  • Applicants wishing to be considered for an elite athlete bonus must complete a personal statement indicating how their studies have been impacted by participation in sport at an elite level.
  • Applicants must also provide documented evidence of their participation in sport at an elite level to be considered for this.
  • See: Regional, Remote and Elite Sporting Bonuses SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
  • Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
  • For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website Applicants with work and life experience Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
  • VTAC Personal Statement Applicants who wish experience to be considered should include this information with suitable evidence in their VTAC Personal Statement.
  • This may include supporting statements from employers, organisations, coaches and other educational institutions.
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) If you don't meet the academic entry requirements, or haven't completed Year 12, or don't hold any relevant qualifications, the STAT (Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test) may be an option for you to meet course entry requirements.
  • Elite Athlete and Performer adjustment Student athletes may be eligible to receive 5 bonus aggregate points.
  • Applicants wishing to be considered for an elite athlete bonus must complete a personal statement indicating how their studies have been impacted by participation in sport at an elite level.
  • Applicants must also provide documented evidence of their participation in sport at an elite level to be considered for this.
  • See: Regional, Remote and Elite Sporting Bonuses SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
  • Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
  • For further information go to Deakin University Equity schemes information and the Deakin University website | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 30 in English as an Additional Language or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
  • Non-Year 12 prerequisites As for Year 12 or equivalent, see: www.deakin.edu.au/undergrad-entry.

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
59,359
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
27%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Geelong offers a great outdoor-focused student lifestyle with beaches, cafés and a welcoming community.

What Students Love

  • Beach lifestyle
  • Great café culture
  • Thriving student social scene
  • Parks & green spaces

University Stats

Total Students59,359
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
International Students27%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
75%
Employed after graduation
Placement Year
Available
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Business

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
See fee page →
Home Tuition
A$9,880
per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Higher

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Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)See fee page →
Tuition (Home)A$9,880per year, maximum student contribution 2027 (indicative) Official fee page