health and biomedical science Study area
Why study Sport and Exercise Science at UWA?
At UWA, you'll turn your enthusiasm for Sport and Exercise Science, into a fulfilling and prosperous career.
Our courses delve into methods to improve human function, health, and performance — because understanding the body's reactions to exercise and physical activity helps build healthier communities, productive workplaces and successful athletes.
Through our accredited programs and strong industry connections, you'll be prepared to start your professional journey in Sport and Exercise Science with confidence.
Our award-winning work-integrated learning programs will ensure you graduate ‘job ready’
Help tackle our biggest health challenges by understanding the effects of physical activity on human health and performance
Become accredited with Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) in WA’s number one sport and sciences program for the last four years (QS WUR by subject 2024)
20th in the world for sports-related subjects (QS WUR by subject 2024)
Our degrees include practical experience with industry partnerships in sport (AFL, WAFL, Western Force) and health (clinic and hospital placements)
We offer courses that lead to professional accreditation with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA):
Accredited Exercise Scientists (AES) – use exercise to improve health, well-being and fitness.
Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEP) – use exercise to help manage chronic conditions, disability and injuries.
Accredited Sports Scientists (ASpS) – use exercise to improve sporting performance
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Leads to jobs in sports science, exercise and health, corporate health, sport |
Leads to jobs in High Performance (Sports Scientist) |
Leads to jobs in Allied Health (Accredited Exercise Physiologist AEP) |
Leads to jobs in Physical Education (Teaching) |
Accredited with Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) |
Transfer to Allied Health Post-Grad degrees |
Research Pathway |
Duration (full time, yrs) |
Entry Pathways (also see ‘Alternative entries’ on Future Students site) |
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ATAR 80 |
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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology |
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✓ ESSA AEP |
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ATAR 82 |
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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Applied Human Performance Science |
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ATAR 82 |
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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences and Master of Public Health |
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ATAR 82 |
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ATAR 75^ |
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ATAR 75^ |
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Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Major in Exercise and Health)
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ATAR 80^ |
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Bachelor’s degree in relevant field accredited by ESSA or equivalent. Refer Admissions for more details
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Bachelor’s degree in relevant field accredited by ESSA or equivalent. Refer Admissions for more details |
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Bachelor of Science Honours or Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field and 3 years industry experience |
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*Following completion of postgraduate qualification + When combined with an honours year or a 6-month research project ^Transfer to Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Sciences or Bachelor Master degrees, possible after entry |
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Where could you go?
UWA has an extraordinary heritage in Sports and Exercise Sciences. Our graduates occupy a diverse range of influential senior positions in professional sporting organisations (e.g. New York Yankees) and influential leadership roles in Government departments. Our school has played a key role in establishing the AIS, WAIS and other academies of sport worldwide. We also pioneered exercise physiology as an allied health profession, with our graduates working in public hospitals, positions in the health industry, disability support, community and workplace programs, education, and research — making significant contributions to global health across different sectors.
Who could you help?
Research in this field has a direct benefit to our community, including:
- Reversing childhood obesity and diabetes
- Prolonging and enhancing healthy ageing and quality of life
- Detecting early disease and optimising the benefit of exercise
- Preventing dementia, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases
- Enhancing mental health
- Reducing the impacts of ageing
- Rehabilitating patients
- Understanding and enhancing elite performance in sport
- Educating the next generation about human health, well-being and sport performance
- Optimising performance and productivity in industry and occupational settings (mining industry, defence, fire and emergency services, police, etc)
World-class facilities
As the first university in Australia to offer higher degrees in Sport and Exercise Science, we take pride in our remarkable heritage. Our list of accomplished alumni includes renowned sport and exercise scientists, in Australia and across the globe.
Our School prides itself on its widely recognised global standing for its exceptional research achievements. This is exemplified by our ability to attract high-achieving international students and distinguished visiting Research Fellows.
A key factor behind our success is our world-class infrastructure. The School is physically integrated, with all related discipline groups located on the beautiful Crawley campus. Here, you'll find exceptional facilities, including cutting-edge teaching spaces, state-of-the-art research laboratories, and the UWA Exercise and Performance Centre. It's all right here, making it a hub for sports and exercise science research.
Mental Health & Exercise
Research Group
This research group explores the role of exercise in the treatment and management of physical and mental health outcomes for those living with, or at risk, of mental ill health.
A Tailored Prescription
in Exercise
Professor Daniel Green's interest in sports optimisation during his PhD studies in 1991 led to ground-breaking research applying exercise science to heart disease, transforming clinical management today.
Career
Opportunities
Are you interested in all things sport science, exercise and health but not sure on the career opportunities? Find out more about the diverse careers available when you study a sport science, exercise, and health degree at UWA
UWA's Sport and Exercise Science PhD students' research at WAIS
A PhD in Sport and Exercise Science at UWA will help you unlock your power to enhance the success and performance of elite athletes and sporting teams. And with UWA's vast industry connections, you'll have the opportunity to undertake your PhD at organisations such as the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS). We interviewed Caitlin Attwell, James Baker and Daniel Astridge on their experiences at WAIS so far.
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