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Master of High Performance Sport

Masters (Coursework)

Moore Park, Distance
The Master in High Performance Sport is designed for students from diverse backgrounds and delivered using flexible learning methods suitable for working professionals, domestic and international students.
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
80.00%

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Bachelor

Flexible Delivery - Gippsland, Ballarat - Mt Helen
Our ESSA accredited Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science program enables you to develop knowledge and practical skills with core studies in biomechanics, anatomy, physiology and health, whilst pursuing an interest in either applied exercise programming, health or teaching.
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
93.80%

Graduate Diploma in High Performance Sport

Graduate Diploma

Moore Park, Distance
The Graduate Diploma in High Performance Sport is designed for students from diverse backgrounds and delivered using flexible learning methods suitable for working professionals, domestic students and international students.
Duration
1 year full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
80.00%

Graduate Certificate in High Performance Sport

Graduate Certificate

Moore Park, Distance
The Graduate Certificate in High Performance Sport is designed for students from diverse backgrounds and delivered using flexible learning methods suitable for working professionals, domestic students and international students.
Duration
1 year part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
Graduate Satisfaction
80.00%

Master of Sports Coaching

Masters (Coursework)

External
Develop the knowledge and leadership skills expected in the world of high performance sports coaching. Advance your career and master your craft as an innovative, well-informed sports coach.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years, 1.5 years or 1 year depending on your qualifications and experience.

You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.

2-year degree (32 units of study)

To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years

full-time (or part-time equivalent)
full-time (only available as full-time study)
, you'll need:

a bachelor's degree in any discipline plus current coaching qualifications endorsed by a recognised sporting body (e.g. a national sporting organisation) or equivalent plus one year's coaching experience. You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification, or

a current coaching qualification endorsed by a recognised sporting body (e.g. a national sporting organisation) or equivalent, plus five years coaching/high performance sporting experience (see below), comprising -

  • 150 contact hours per year; and
  • 450 hours per year in planning, preparation, self-reflection and learning, and continuing professional development.

High performance sporting experience means experience in performance sport contexts that are primarily focused on peak performances at major competitions. These contexts will typically be characterised by intensive preparation over prolonged periods involving extensive intervention and interpersonal contact.

You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

1.5-year degree (24 units of study)

If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.

To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years

full-time (or part-time equivalent)
full-time (only available as full-time study)
, you'll need:
  • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in sports science or health or physical education, or
  • a Graduate Certificate in Sports Coaching from this university;
  • You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.


1-year degree (16 units of study)

If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.

To be eligible to complete the degree in 1 year

full-time (or part-time equivalent)
full-time (or part-time equivalent)
, you'll need:
  • a bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in sports science, health or physical education.


You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.

Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications

Relevant disciplines includes sports science, health or physical education.

Relevant work experience

Coaching experience as per entry requirements

GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

Equivalent subjects
SubjectQualification equivalent
English language requirements

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Inherent requirements

To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.

Learn about inherent requirements

Student visas

This program does not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).

To study this program in Australia you will need a temporary visa or residency status with study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.

Contact us for more information

Need help meeting the entry requirements?

We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.

If you haven't completed the prerequisites, we can help.

Learn about pathway options

Additional application information
All of the Sports Coaching courses are offered externally and requires internet access.
Additional application information
All of the Sports Coaching courses are offered externally and requires internet access.
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
1 year full-time
International Tuition Fees
$41,120 per year / $41,120 total
Graduate Satisfaction
86.10%

Graduate Certificate in Sports Coaching

Graduate Certificate

External
Deepen your understanding of the foundations of quality coaching practice and develop your skills in shaping athletic performance.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

To be eligible for entry, you'll need:

A bachelor degree and current coaching qualifications endorsed by a recognised sporting body (e.g. a national sporting organisation) or equivalent, and one year's coaching experience. The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.
OR
A current coaching qualification endorsed by a recognised sporting body (e.g. a national sporting organisation) or equivalent, and five years coaching/high performance sporting experience, comprising--
(a) 150 contact hours per year, and
(b) 450 hours per year in planning, preparation, self-reflection and learning, and continuing professional development.
High performance sporting experience means experience in performance sport contexts that are primarily focused on peak performances at major competitions. These contexts will typically be characterised by intensive preparation over prolonged periods involving extensive intervention and interpersonal contact.
A bachelor degree and current coaching qualifications endorsed by a recognised sporting body (e.g. a national sporting organisation) or equivalent, and one year's coaching experience. The minimum GPA to be considered for admission into this program is 4.0.
OR
A current coaching qualification endorsed by a recognised sporting body (e.g. a national sporting organisation) or equivalent, and five years coaching/high performance sporting experience, comprising--
(a) 150 contact hours per year, and
(b) 450 hours per year in planning, preparation, self-reflection and learning, and continuing professional development.
High performance sporting experience means experience in performance sport contexts that are primarily focused on peak performances at major competitions. These contexts will typically be characterised by intensive preparation over prolonged periods involving extensive intervention and interpersonal contact.
GPA equivalent

Select where you studied and your qualification to see the GPA equivalent you need to be considered for this program.

Use the GPA equivalent as a guide. When you apply, we'll calculate your GPA using the UQ grading scale. Any failing grades will be included. Entry requirements are subject to change.

Equivalent subjects
SubjectQualification equivalent
English language requirements

IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

OET is not accepted.

There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

Learn how to meet the English language requirements

Inherent requirements

To complete this degree, you have to meet its inherent requirements by demonstrating essential skills and attributes. Read the inherent requirements before you apply.

Learn about inherent requirements

Student visas

This program does not meet the eligibility requirements for an Australian Student visa (subclass 500).

To study this program in Australia you will need a temporary visa or residency status with study entitlement. Some programs can also be studied from outside Australia.

Contact us for more information

Need help meeting the entry requirements?

We can help you meet the academic or English language requirements for your preferred program.

If you haven't completed the prerequisites, we can help.

Learn about pathway options

Additional application information
All of the Sports Coaching courses are offered externally and require internet access.
Additional application information
All of the Sports Coaching courses are offered externally and require internet access.
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
Duration
1 year full-time
International Tuition Fees
$20,560 per year / $20,560 total
Graduate Satisfaction
86.10%

Graduate Diploma of Strength and Conditioning

Graduate Diploma

External, Distance
Raise the bar with UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Strength and Conditioning and learn to coach athletes across different sporting industries and teams to monitor and analyse their workload, wellbeing, and performance.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

  • Completion of an Australian university 3-year or 4-year bachelor degree in the area of sport and exercise science, or equivalent, or a relevant health-related discipline;
    or
  • Completion of a Graduate Certificate in the area of sport and exercise science, or relevant health-related discipline;
    or
  • Completion of UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Strength and Conditioning

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Graduate Diploma of Strength and Conditioning before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree:

Intake Months
Feb, May
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,323 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Master of Strength and Conditioning

Masters (Coursework)

External, Distance
Make a strong choice for your career progression in elite sport with UniSQ's Master of Strength and Conditioning and work in high-performance settings training athletes to lift their game.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

  • Completion of an Australian university 3-year or 4-year bachelor degree in the area of sport and exercise science, or equivalent, or a relevant health-related discipline;
    or
  • Completion of a Graduate Diploma in the area of sport and exercise science, or relevant health-related discipline;
    or
  • Completion of UniSQ's Graduate Diploma of Strength and Conditioning.

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Master of Strength and Conditioning before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Additional requirements for placements

Practical experience is an integral component of the Coursework track and each student is required to undertake and successfully complete 160 hours of practical experience (80 hours per semester).

All students must provide the following documents prior to commencing clinical placements (coursework track):

  • Blue Card or Working with Children Check
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate (CPR)
  • Australian Police Certificate
  • Resume
  • UniSQ Student Declaration
  • UniSQ Placement Request Form

All students must also provide the following immunisation evidence prior to commencing industry placements:

  • Hepatitis B immunisation
  • Measles, Mumps and Rubella immunisation
  • Varicella immunisation
  • Pertussis immunisation
  • Influenza immunisation
  • Tuberculosis Risk Assessment
  • Coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine
  • Other immunisations as required by health services.
Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

If you don't meet the entry requirements, we have pathway options available to you.

Intake Months
Feb, May
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$16,323 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Graduate Certificate of Sport and Exercise

Graduate Certificate

External, Distance, Ipswich
Is your passion to work in sport, exercise, health or fitness?
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
  • Completion of a 3-year bachelor degree, or equivalent qualification, in any discipline.
    or
  • Minimum of 5 years professional work experience equivalent to a bachelor degree qualification (AQF level 7).
English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Intake Months
Feb, May
Study Mode
In person, Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,160 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

Graduate Certificate of Strength and Conditioning

Graduate Certificate

External, Distance
Advance your coaching skills and strategies for working in high-performance settings with UniSQ's Graduate Certificate of Strength and Conditioning.
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements

Find the entry requirements most relevant to you.

  • Completion of an Australian university 3-year or 4-year bachelor degree in the area of sport and exercise science, or equivalent, or a relevant health-related discipline;
    or
  • Completion of a Graduate Certificate in the area of sport and exercise science, or relevant health-related discipline.

There are inherent requirements that must be met in order to successfully complete this degree. Inherent requirements are fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the degree, while maintaining the academic integrity of the degree. Please read and understand the inherent requirements specific to the Graduate Certificate of Strength and Conditioning before applying.

If you think you may experience any problems meeting inherent requirements, you can talk to a Student Equity Officer about reasonable adjustments that may be put in place to assist you. Any reasonable adjustments made must not fundamentally change the nature of the inherent requirement.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

Pathways

UniSQ offers a number of bachelor degrees or graduate certificates in sport and exercise or other health-related areas for you to study to help you meet the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

Intake Months
Feb, May
Study Mode
Online
Domestic Tuition Fees
$13,320 per year
Graduate Satisfaction
77.10%

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