Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science

School of Health Sciences

Are you curious about sports science? The Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science at The University of Notre Dame Australia will introduce you to methods used in exercise science to assess health status, provide basic exercise delivery, and understand the beneficial effect on human physiology. The program also introduces you to key skill areas in exercise and sport science, including biomechanics, exercise physiology, foundation data analysis, and technology in sports. Get in contact today to start your learning journey.

The Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science program allows you to work at your own pace online. To help manage progress, an Exercise & Sport Science faculty member will provide some direct teaching and supports your learning. The program is an excellent choice for candidates; from school-leavers to mature students looking to upskill as well as enter university through an alternative pathway,

This program provides a pathway to a Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science degree and an upskill option for current industry professionals. By completing this program, you will have the opportunity to continue your studies and obtain advanced standing in the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science program, along with current trends and methods in exercise science that can be applied by those currently working in the industry to enhance client service.

The Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science is an upskill option for current industry professionals and a pathway to further study of higher awards, such as a Diploma or Bachelor's degree.

Successful completion of all 8 Diploma of Exercise & Sport Science courses meets the minimum entry requirements for study in the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science.

Completion of the first 4 courses HLTH1012, HLTH1013, HLTH1014, & HLTH1015 will allow students to exit the Diploma qualification with an Certificate in Exercise & Sport Science award, on the provision that the student relinquishes their place in the Diploma and cannot re-enter for the Diploma Award at a later date.

Students should consider carefully, with advice from the Program Coordinator, exit pathways either during or after progression through the full program as there are specific benefits to completing the Diploma including the potential for advanced standing in the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science.

As the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science is an Exercise & Sport Science Australia (ESSA) accredited degree, in order to meet advanced standing requirements students will be required to complete intensive tutorials and laboratories arranged by the School of Health Sciences prior to week 1 of semester.

Full details of the program requirements are contained in the Program Requirements.