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- Prepare for a career in fitness, strength and conditioning, performance analysis, corporate health, or exercise and sport science research
- QUT is ranked 1st in Queensland, 3rd in Australia and 11th worldwide in the 2025 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments.
- Gain hands-on experience, completing 280 hours of professional placement with sporting associations, strength and conditioning programs, academies of sport and related organisations
- Graduate with the skills to apply complex discipline knowledge to the design, delivery, and evaluation of exercise programs, interventions and assessments that meet the specific needs of your client
- Offers clear pathway to career as an Accredited Exercise Scientist or Accredited Sports Scientist.
Highlights
- Prepare for a career in fitness, strength and conditioning, performance analysis, corporate health, or exercise and sport science research
- Gain hands-on experience, completing 280 hours of professional placement with sporting associations, strength and conditioning programs, academies of sport and related organisations
- Graduate with the skills to apply complex discipline knowledge to the design, delivery, and evaluation of exercise programs, interventions and assessments that meet the specific needs of your client
- QUT is ranked no. 11 globally in the 2025 ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments.
- Offers clear pathway to career as an Accredited Exercise Scientist or Accredited Sports Scientist.
Why choose this course?
Transform your passion for sport and exercise into a rewarding career.
Graduate with the skills and confidence to work with elite athletes and sportspeople. Work in a coaching role developing talent and delivering strength and conditioning training.
Learn from world-leaders in sports science education and research. You'll gain complex knowledge of training interventions. You'll then apply your understanding to design, deliver, and evaluate exercise programs and assessments that meet the specific needs of your clients.
QUT’s degree in sport and exercise science is one of the first university programs of its kind in Australia. It offers you a clear pathway to a career as accredited exercise scientist or accredited sports scientist.
Real-world learning
You will develop your confidence and abilities using industry equipment and techniques.
QUT's new facilities include biomechanics and exercise physiology laboratories, and resistance/injury prevention laboratories. Here you will have access to the same technology that elite sporting teams and coaches use to analyse performance.
Sport and exercise classes are active and engaging. They will prepare you to put your knowledge into action on professional placement.
During this course you will complete 280 hours of professional placement. You could work with a variety of organisations including sporting associations, fitness centres, school coaching programs, strength and conditioning programs, academies of sport and related organisations.
Placement lets you experience possible future careers. It will connect you with potential employers while you build your skills.
Placement experiences may include:
- performance analysis of elite athletes and sportspeople
- strength and conditioning training
- school coaching and talent development
- corporate health.
This course will set you up for an exciting career working in sports.
Your learning will take place in training gyms and sports fields. You’ll learn the theories behind safe movement and coaching and then apply that knowledge in practical classes.
Your first year of study will focus on an introduction to exercise science, anatomy, physiology and coaching. You will begin to apply this knowledge in a sport and exercise science context. Studies in exercise psychology, physical activity and health will round out your learning.
During second year, you will continue learning core exercise science units including exercise physiology, motor control, skill acquisition and biomechanics. You will begin to develop a more holistic understanding of the profession. You’ll study related areas including food and nutrition. You will also explore research in exercise and movement science.
Units in your final year concentrate on applied sport and exercise science. You'll develop a deep understanding of sports physiology, sports injury prevention and rehabilitation, sports psychology and performance analysis.
You'll have the option to choose a professional placement in a specific area of interest. This final placement will bring together the knowledge and experience you have developed.
Work Integrated Learning
During this course you will complete 280 hours of professional placements.
Placement experiences are structured to enable you to grow your skills and confidence. QUT staff will support you in your experiences, providing feedback and guidance.
Placement offers invaluable opportunities to connect with future employers. You'll also get a feel for the work you enjoy and the direction you want your career to take.
Work Integrated Learning
During this course you will be required to complete 280 hours of professional placements.
Honours pathway
At the end of your second year you will have the option to apply for the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise (Honours).
Studying honours involves completing a research project of your choosing. It will extend your knowledge of the field and give you a competitive edge when applying for jobs.
Entry into the program is competitive and based on grade point average.
Total course duration for the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) is 4 years full time. On entry to honours you will retain all successfully completed credits from the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science.
Careers and outcomes
Sport and exercise science professionals use their knowledge of exercise and its effect on the body in a variety of careers.
You could work with athletes to improve strength and fitness. Work within sporting organisations to deliver performance analysis.
You could develop health testing and education programs to promote health and wellness. Graduates also work in sport and recreation services, and in the tourism, mining, military, and hospitality sectors.
If you're interested in exploring new ideas in sport and exercise, consider a career in research. Your research could lead to developments that improve training methods. Your contributions could result in healthier communities and fitter, stronger athletes.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) and gives graduates professional recognition as an Accredited Exercise Scientist.
Graduates seeking professional recognition as a Sports Scientist Level 1 will need to complete sport employment in order to meet ESSA requirements.
Possible careers
- Corporate health officer
- Performance analyst
- Personal trainer
- Sports scientist
- Strength and conditioning coach
- Wellness consultant
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from October
Additional Costs
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. Some of these requirements have associated costs. Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from July
Additional Costs
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. Some of these requirements have associated costs. Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
2026 fees
2026: CSP $14,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Additional Costs
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. Some of these requirements have associated costs. Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
2026 fees
2026: $40,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Additional Costs
There are requirements that you will need to meet as a student in this course. Some of these requirements have associated costs. Information is available from the Additional course requirements and costs website.
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
QUT Excellence Scholarship (Academic)
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding academic achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
Equity scholarships scheme
A scholarship for low-income students studying in any faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Struggling financially
QUT Elite Sport Scholarship
QUT's premier offering for students with outstanding sporting achievement.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Sporting excellence
International Merit Scholarship
A high achievement scholarship for future international undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
International Talent Scholarship
A new scholarship for 2026 that covers tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance