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Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science
3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time Launceston
3 years full-time Launceston CRICOS 098359C
Hands-on learning in specialist facilities
Under professional supervision, conduct exercise assessment and prescription in our Exercise Physiology Clinic and multi-disciplinary facilities.
Study with our industry partners
Undertake professional placements with our extensive partnership network that align with your interests and passions.
Pathway to a career in Allied Health
Undertake postgraduate study in exercise physiology, physiotherapy, or occupational therapy.
Support the improvement of health and wellbeing, fitness, and performance
Exercise Scientists are professionals equipped with the knowledge and skills to apply the science behind exercise. They develop interventions that improve health and fitness, wellbeing, and performance, as well as assisting in the prevention of injury and chronic conditions.
You'll apply an evidence-based approach to promote health, wellbeing, fitness and performance. From those with clinical conditions, to elite athletes, you'll develop the knowledge and skills required to provide high quality health care to the local community and beyond.
To fully prepare you for your future career, you will undertake 140 hours of professional placement, benefiting from the breadth of connections we have with sport and community groups, Tasmanian peak sporting bodies, and the healthcare sector. This allows you to pursue practical and placement opportunities aligned to your interests.
Further study options
This course can lead to postgraduate study in many Allied Health fields including Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. You can study the full pathway to becoming a physiotherapist with our Master of Physiotherapy.
For honours course information, please visit Bachelor of Health Science with Honours.
For postgraduate course information, please visit our Allied Health page
Find out more about what you'll study, entry requirements, fees and scholarships - and to apply.
* Subject to international student visa conditions if applicable.
Career opportunities
You’ll graduate ready to undertake an exciting career in the health sector. Your career could see you working alongside professional athletes and providing training and development programs, or delivering health and wellbeing initiatives within the community. You can also move into postgraduate studies in exercise physiology, physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
The Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science provides graduates with the knowledge and skills to gain accreditation as exercise scientists with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA).
Completing your second year of study will enable you to register as an Exercise Professional through AUSActive. This enables you to work in the health, exercise, and fitness industry prior to graduation as a personal trainer or gym instructor. This hands-on experience will allow you to develop your skills as an exercise professional, improve your confidence and enhance future job prospects within the health sector.
Exercise and Sport Science skills are in high demand. Here are some of the careers projected to grow into 2026.^
28.7%
Physiotherapists
Predicted job growth to 2026
9.8%
Sports & Fitness
Workers
Predicted job growth to 2026
7.4%
Occupational
Therapists
Predicted job growth to 2026