If developing healthy communities and individuals is your dream career, study fitness at VU. With the first degree of its kind in Australia targeting the fitness industry, gain the skills and knowledge to train, manage and market in fitness centres, gyms, community or corporate facilities, community health, recreation facilities and personal training businesses.
Our fitness degrees and TAFE courses are designed and taught by industry experts, who will guide you towards success as a leader in the field.
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Exercise Science (Clinical Practice)
Start your career in the sport and exercise industry with a course that delivers a range of subjects across the biological sciences, social sciences and humanities areas.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice)
Kick off your career in sports and exercise at Victoria University by studying our Bachelor of Exercise Science (Sport Practice) – enquire now.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Postgraduate
Master of Clinical Exercise Science and Rehabilitation
Duration
1.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Become an exercise physiologist (AEP) with a Master of Clinical Exercise Science and Rehabilitation at Victoria University.
Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning
Gain cutting-edge knowledge in a professional sport setting, with the Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning at Victoria University, delivered in partnership with the Western Bulldogs Football Club.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
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Studying fitness at VU
At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.
We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.
You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.
Careers in fitness
Our fitness courses can lead to a variety of careers in the health, sport and fitness industry including:
- gym instructor/personal trainer
- group fitness instructor
- special populations training – elderly, people with a disability, youth
- community fitness and health services
- management
- marketing.
