Whether you are interested in outdoor recreation or personal training, we can help get your sports coaching career on track.
We are Australia's largest provider of teaching programs in sport and exercise science. Benefit from our close links with groups such as the Victorian and Australian Institutes of Sport, Western Bulldogs and the AFL. With our state-of-the-art, $68 million sport and learning precinct, you will enter a highly engaging, switched-on environment.
Gain the skills to take your advance your career. You can study at TAFE or postgraduate level.
Bachelor degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Fitness
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Prepare for your ideal career as a leader in fitness centres and community-exercise programs, with a Bachelor of Fitness from VU.
Bachelor of Physical Education and Sport Science
Turn your passion for physical activity and sport, and your ability to inspire others, into a lifelong career, with our Bachelor of Physical Education & Sport Science at Victoria University in Melbourne – enquire now.
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Bachelor of Sport Science
Duration
3 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Join Australia's leading sport university and gain the very best knowledge for a professional career in the sport and exercise industry.
Undergraduate certificate
Undergraduate Certificate in Primary Physical Education
Specialise in physical education for children to upskill or launch your dream career, with an Undergraduate Certificate in Primary Physical Education from Victoria University – enquire now.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Undergraduate Certificate in Secondary Physical Education
Learn skills that complement your passions for sport and coaching, with the Undergraduate Certificate in Secondary Physical Education from Victoria University – enquire now.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Undergraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Gain foundational knowledge of sport and exercise science with an Undergraduate Certificate in Sport Science from Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Postgraduate
Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Sport Performance
Gain a formal qualification in data science with a unique sports context with a Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics for Sport Performance at Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park, Online Self-Paced
Delivery mode
Online Self-Paced
Graduate Certificate in Performance Analysis (Football)
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
Online Self-Paced
Delivery mode
Online Self-Paced
Work with football clubs to improve player performance, with a Graduate Certificate in Performance Analysis (Football).
Graduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science
Gain the foundational skills and knowledge to succeed in the global sport industry with a Graduate Certificate of Sport and Exercise Science at Victoria University.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
City Campus
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Master of Sport and Exercise Science
Gain the high-level skills and knowledge to succeed in the global sport industry with a Master of Sport and Exercise Science at Victoria University.
Duration
1.5 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Hybrid
Postgraduate research
Master of Applied Research
Duration
2 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Gain a solid foundation in research methods before undertaking a thesis related to health or sport with the Master of Applied Research.
Master of Arts
VU’s Master of Arts develops specialist knowledge through creative-industry collaborations and expert guidance.
Duration
2 years
Campus
Footscray Park
Delivery mode
In person
Master of Research
Duration
1.5 years
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Complete a Master of Research in 18 months, in the areas of industry, community or urban development. This degree is tailored to graduates with a related bachelor degree, or an honours degree in a different discipline.
Master of Research Practice
Duration
1 year
Campus
City Campus, Footscray Park, St Albans, Werribee
Delivery mode
In person
Complete a masters focused on innovations in health or sport – in just one year. Victoria University's Master of Research Practice recognises honours qualifications, letting you graduate sooner.
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Certificate III in Fitness SIS30321
Turn your passion for fitness into your career as a gym instructor or group exercise instructor with Victoria University Polytechnic’s Certificate III in Fitness SIS30321.
Campus
Footscray Park, Werribee
Certificate IV in Fitness SIS40221
Kick-start your career in the health and fitness sector, one of the fastest growing industries globally, with the Certificate IV in Fitness SIS40221 at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus
Footscray Park, Werribee
Can't find your course?
Studying sports coaching 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 3% 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
Many of our graduates gain employment in the following roles:
- sports coach
- outdoor recreation officer
- personal trainer.
Colleges & schools
Our sports coaching courses are delivered by various colleges and schools across different VU campuses.
