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Set yourself apart from the competition with a qualification from Deakin – home to the world’s #1 sport science school for five years running and ranked #11 in the world for sports-related subjects.
#1 in the world for sport science
#1 in Melbourne for course satisfaction
#1 in Melbourne for facilities and resources
#11 in the world for sports-related subjects
#1 Victorian uni for graduate employment
#1 in Australia for postgraduate sport business courses
Find a sport degree
Shape the sport industry of tomorrow. Our industry-informed courses equip you with specialist knowledge and expert understanding in your field. Deakin's diverse sport courses range from management to clinical exercise – you'll truly be ready to hit the ground running.
Looking for a degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
Study with confidence. Deakin’s degrees in sport management, sport science and exercise science are the most established in Australia. We are #1 in Australia for postgraduate sport business courses* and all of our sport degrees are informed by industry and taught by leaders in their field.
Gain more than a degree
Study in world-class facilities, benefit from extensive practical experience and grow your professional network through our long list of industry connections. Our partners include leading clubs, teams and institutions such as the Australian Institute of Sport, Tennis Australia, VicHealth, Australian Football League, Australian Football League Women's, Melbourne Cricket Ground and Melbourne Vixens.
Let your passion lead your studies
Our sport degrees allow you to specialise in areas such as sport management, coaching and development through to applied sport science and clinical exercise physiology. Help others live healthier lives, focus on elite athlete performance or develop sport leadership skills – the choice is yours.
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Study at Deakin and be rewarded with new skills that will give you an edge in the job market.
Start your journey with Deakin College
Take the first step towards your dream degree at Deakin College. Based on campus, Deakin College provides a supportive and smooth pathway to a world-class degree at Deakin University.
Sri Lanka 25% Merit Scholarship
Are you a citizen of Sri Lanka? You could be eligible for Deakin University's Exercise and Sport Science Sri Lanka 25% Merit Scholarship. This scholarship recognises high-achieving Sri Lankan students pursuing the Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science at Deakin.
Exercise and sport science with Munjun
Munjun’s love for sport led him to Deakin University’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science. With hands-on learning and 220 hours of real-world industry experience, he’s built the skills and knowledge required to turn his passion into a profession at the #1 Sport Science School in the world.
Why Sport Management at Deakin
Discover how studying a sport management degree in Australia is helping these graduates build their dream careers. Three students from three different countries followed their passion for sport into a Deakin course and they are now reaping the benefits.
Professional recognition
By studying exercise and sport science or clinical exercise physiology at Deakin, you’ll be on your way to gaining accreditation with leading industry body Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) – Australia’s leading voice on exercise and sports science.
- Undergraduate sport science graduates are eligible for membership as an Accredited Exercise Scientist.
- Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology graduates can apply for membership as an Accredited Exercise Physiologist.
Top professional roles in sport
Follow your passion with a Deakin sport degree and gain access to a world of career opportunities. As a graduate you’ll be qualified to work across a wide range of industries.
Australia is in a ‘golden decade’ of sport, hosting multiple major global sporting events over 10 years – including the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games which is predicted to create 130,000 jobs.
#1 sport science school in the world
Graduate career-ready from a university that is ranked #1 in the world for sport science and #11 in the world for sports-related subjects.
Deakin practically gave me a key to the Australian sporting industry. What I love most about the degree is it culminates work in sport and actual learning at the class. I have been working with Cricket Victoria, Tennis Victoria and Athletics Australia.
Master of Business (Sport Management)
World-class teaching
Deakin’s industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning prepares you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
State-of-the-art facilities
Our Elite Regional Sports Precinct at the Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus includes a FIFA-grade football pitch, Australian Rules Football field and an eight-lane 400-metre athletics track that meets World Athletics standards. Our $32 million Specialised Indoor Exercise and Sport Science Building, located at our Melbourne Burwood Campus, has some of Australia’s most advanced sports and exercise science facilities.
Industry-connected sport degrees
Get the practical experience you need with access to our network of over 150 industry connections across AFL, netball, basketball, cricket, football, swimming and tennis. You will gain access to a range of unique placement programs and world-renowned events, plus hands-on experience with professional sporting clubs and organisations, high-performance centres, major sporting events, media organisations and in rehabilitation coaching roles.
Study exercise and sport science with the world’s best
Study exercise and sport science with the world’s best
Think our leading undergraduate sport degree is just for athletes? Think again! At Deakin University, you can combine your love for science with sport through areas like biomechanics, physiology, and data analytics with our professionally accredited Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science.
Why sport | The power of performance with Alessia Del Tito
Alessia has always loved sport. As a participant, fan and spectator. During Alessia’s double degree in sport science and sport management, she learnt about the power of performance analysis and now puts her skills to use with the Australian Football League’s umpire division.
Why study in Australia?
Safe, welcoming and diverse, Australia is one of the most popular destinations for students around the world. Discover what it’s like to live and study in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
#1 university in Melbourne for student support
Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Cost of studying in Australia
Make your dream of studying at university in Australia a reality. Learn how university fees work, how to calculate and pay your fees and discover international scholarship opportunities.
A smooth transition
Enjoy a smooth transition to your undergraduate course with the Health and Business and Law Peer Mentoring Programs. Get matched with a mentor from a similar degree to help you settle into studying in Australia. And join free weekly online study groups in your undergraduate sport degree to help tackle more challenging units.
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