Graduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Sport and Exercise Science from Victoria University equips students with foundational knowledge and skills for careers in sport coaching or management. It develops expertise in athlete performance monitoring, psychological assessment, data analysis, and conditioning program design. Graduates are prepared for roles in sports science administration, performance advising, data analysis, and performance analysis.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
- The Graduate Certificate of Sport and Exercise Science from Victoria University provides students with foundational skills and knowledge for a successful career in the global sport industry.
Objectives:
- Prepare students for careers in sport coaching or management
- Develop skills in monitoring and assessing athletes' performance and psychological state
- Enhance understanding of current and pressing issues in the sport industry
- Foster proficiency in data analysis, particularly in the context of sport and exercise sciences
Careers:
- Sports science administration
- Sport performance adviser
- Data analyst
- Performance analyst
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond. Victoria University aims to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
Services
Housing services
Victoria University is pleased to offer guaranteed accommodation to new and continuing full-time domestic and international students. This offer is in partnership with UniLodge, our accommodation provider.
UniLodge Victoria University offers modern purpose-built student accommodation apartments in Footscray with excellent facilities and a community environment – all within a short walking distance to classes!
Library services
Our online resources are available 24 hours a day from wherever you are. You can also visit any of our seven campus libraries for help with your information needs, access to a PC or a quiet place to study.
Student Life
Campus life
Victoria University has campuses across Melbourne's CBD and western suburbs. International students can also choose to study at VU Sydney, VU India or partner institutions overseas.
Our flagship campus is located in Footscray - study with us in Melbourne's western cultural and creative epicentre.
- City Flinders
- City Flinders Lane
- City King
- City Queen
- Footscray Nicholson
- Footscray Park
- St Albans
- Sunshine
- Werribee
- VU at MetroWest (Footscray)
- VU Sydney
Sports facilities
There are plenty of options for staff and students wanting to join a sporting club and play in local competitions.
Joining a Victoria University sport club helps keep you fit while doing something you love. You will also get to meet new people and maybe do some travelling too.
Student clubs
VU organises a range of activities on- and off-campus, including:
- Orientation Parties
- Annual Ball
- Mental Health training (subsidised)
- Be a Better Human Festival
- De-stress Festival
- Queernival
Entry Requirements:
- Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a similar discipline OR
- Applicants with a minimum of five (5) years of approved work experience will be considered for admission to this course.
Special Entry Programs:
- If you are from a disadvantaged or underrepresented social, economic, or cultural background, you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. These programs are designed to help you access education more easily.