Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Honours)
Course information for - 2025 entry
International
- Domestic
- International
- Domestic
- International
Offered at 4 locations
- Blacktown
- Brisbane
- Melbourne
- Strathfield
- Blacktown
- Brisbane
- Melbourne
- Strathfield
- Duration
- 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time
- CRICOS Code
- 069052G
- Fees (first year)*
- $26992
- Start dates
- February 2025, July 2025, February 2026, July 2026, February 2027, July 2027
This is a one-year degree for students who have already completed a relevant Bachelor degree. Please visit the Exercise Science Honours page for further information.
Overview
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Honours) students will:
- explore and analyse a specialist area of exercise science and human performance or related topics from both a theoretical and professional perspective
- develop research skills
- conduct a creative and analytical study in the form of a thesis.
In an increasingly competitive job market, an honours degree will give you an edge over candidates who just have an undergraduate degree. Honours scholarships are available to suitably qualified candidates for 2023 commencement. Please see the below Scholarships section, under Fees.
Supervision arrangements
Supervision and Examination of the Honours Thesis
The thesis will be prepared under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the School Committee on the advice of the Head of School.
On completion of the course of study and research the candidate shall submit a written thesis based on work carried out during the period of study and research. Examination and assessment of the thesis will be congruent with the current Faculty Policy Pertaining to Students Undertaking Honours.
Students will be required to attend and participate in graduate seminars organised by the School.
Careers
Our graduates have pursued careers in:
- health and fitness consultation
- exercise science
- sports science
- sports coaching
- exercise physiology (after completing a Graduate Diploma)
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Honours), a student must complete 80 credit points (cp).
Course map
Graduate statement
AQF framework
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible to apply for admission to the course, a student must have completed a relevant bachelor degree and attained a GPA of 5.50 in that degree.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission.
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International applicants
Applicants must have completed a relevant bachelor degree and attained a GPA equivalent of at least 5.5 on the ACU seven-point scale in that degree. Applicants must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy and require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all bands), or an equivalent acceptable test score as outlined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
English language requirements
Applicants require an academic IELTS minimum overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 in all bands), or an equivalent acceptable test score as outlined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Adjustment factors
If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.
Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.
Inherent requirement
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.
Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you
Pathways
Further study
Graduates may be eligible to progress to a postgraduate coursework degree in exercise science. Graduates may also be eligible to undertake a Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy.
Fees
Course costs
- Unit fee: $3374
- Average first year fee: $26992
- Estimate total cost: $26992
The Tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.
Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
For further details and instructions on how to apply, visit: ACU Sport and Exercise Science Honours Scholarships.
How to apply
International applicants
Direct application
Apply nowDeferment
No deferment available.
Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 33% of the program online.
Staff Profile
Dr Alyse Wilcox
Lecturer in Sport, Exercise, and Health Psychology, School of Behavioural and Health Sciences
Dr Wilcox is the course advisor for the Bachelor of High-Performance Sport in Melbourne and the national course coordinator of the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science & Bachelor of High Performance Sport honours programs. Dr Wilcox lectures in the sport, health, and exercise psychology units in both the undergraduate postgraduate programs. Her interests are in research in career transitions of athletes, including the experiences of dual career athletes as well as research in athlete wellbeing and performance.
Dr Wilcox is a registered psychologist and has extensive experience working in high performance sport settings. Her most recent roles were as the club psychologist for the Melbourne and Hawthorn Football clubs' AFLW programs. She has a passion for both teaching and working as a psychologist in high performance sport.