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The Diploma of Sport and Exercise Science has been designed as an AQF level 5 course. The Diploma will provide graduates with the foundational knowledge and skills required to work in entry-level positions within the sport and exercise science industry, support career progression, and as preparation for further study.
The Diploma of Sport and Exercise Science has been designed as an AQF level 5 course. The Diploma will provide graduates with the foundational knowledge and skills required to work in entry-level positions within the sport and exercise science industry, support career progression, and as preparation for further study.
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of sport and exercise science with our comprehensive AQF Level 5 Diploma. Whether you’re a recent school graduate, a dedicated industry professional, or someone seeking to elevate their career prospects, the Diploma of Sport and Exercise Science from ACPE is your pathway to success.
Gain the essential knowledge and skills that form the bedrock of the sport and exercise science industry. Our carefully crafted curriculum empowers you with the expertise needed to excel in entry-level roles, setting you on a trajectory for a rewarding career.
Elevate Your Career
Are you a passionate personal trainer or part of a sports team, armed with Cert III and/or Cert IV qualifications, but yearning for more? The Diploma opens doors to career advancement, propelling you toward higher levels of expertise and recognition in the industry.
Seamless Progression
Missed the entry requirements for a bachelor’s degree? No problem! The Diploma serves as a springboard, launching you into further studies such as our esteemed Bachelor of Health Science (Exercise). Your aspirations are valid, and we’re here to make them achievable.
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1 year full time or part time equivalent
The units will be delivered on campus with selected units available online.
The Diploma of Community Sport and Movement can be completed in one year of full time study, or a part time equivalent. The course is delivered on campus with selected units online, with FEE-HELP approved, as well as Payment Plans, and Upfront payments available. Tuition payment arrangements must be confirmed upon admission to the college.
Not ready for a lengthy commitment?
The Diploma is the perfect solution if you desire higher education without the commitment of a full 3-year degree.
Transfer Credit
You may apply for an assessment of your prior learning at the time of applying for entry to an award course of the college.
Articulation, RPL and credit arrangements (if applicable):
Students who successfully complete the Sport and Exercise Science are eligible to articulate into the following degrees:
FEE-HELP Approved, Payment Plans, Upfront payment available. Tuition payment arrangements must be confirmed upon admission to the college.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 1 | Unit name | On campus | Online |
GHS1301 | Understanding Health This unit provides students with an understanding of the various social, biological and environmental determinants that shape the health of individuals and populations. It is also designed to equip students with the foundational academic learning, numeracy and literacy skills required for success in all aspects of their studies. | Y | N |
HSC1106 | Foundations of Sport and Exercise Science This unit provides students with knowledge and understanding of the skills and standards required of an exercise science professional. Technical and communications skills will be a focus in this unit with students required to demonstrate these competencies in relevant contexts. | Y | N |
HSC1202 | Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Physiology This unit provides students with a basic knowledge of anatomical structures and their function in the human body. Content will focus on function and integration of the neuro-musculoskeletal system relevant to human movement. | Y | Y |
HSC1105 | Exercise Prescription This unit introduces students to the principles of exercise prescription. Students will learn about the risks associated with exercise and how to manage these risks using pre-screening and assessment procedures. This foundational knowledge will assist in the development of individually tailored exercise prescription programs for the apparently healthy population, whose goals are to improve overall health, physical fitness and performance. | Y | N |
Semester 2 | Unit name | On campus | Online |
HSC1209 | Growth and Development This unit examines the structural, physiological, motor and psychosocial domains of human growth and development across the lifespan. The concepts of chronological and biological age and their implications at different life stages will be investigated. Students will also examine these domains and their impact on physical activity. | Y | Y |
HSC1104 | Skill Acquisition This unit provides students with the theoretical background and practical experiences that allow them to understand how the acquisition of motor skills affects performance. Students will explore the mechanisms that underpin motor learning principles, identify factors that affect the learning and development of motor skills and apply these principles to several different practical settings. | Y | Y |
HSC1208 | Nutrition as Medicine This unit develops students’ understanding of food, nutrition and health, including food sources of nutrients, food and nutrient recommendations for health, and methods for measuring food intake and behaviour. Students will also examine the role of macronutrients and key micronutrients in energy balance and general wellbeing throughout the life course and their contribution to the development of diet-related disease. | Y | Y |
HSC1206 | Physiology of Human Movement This unit provides students with detailed knowledge of physiology as a foundation for exploring human movement. Students will cover physiology from cellular to systems level and examine how homeostasis is maintained in the human body at rest, and physiological responses during exercise. | Y | N |
Compulsory requirements
We are not ATAR dependent
The good news is our courses are not ATAR-dependent. Instead, you can be considered for admission via one of the following criteria:
Alternative Entry
An applicant seeking admission who is unable to demonstrate that they satisfactorily meet the General Admission Criteria above may apply to the College to be considered for Alternate Entry. The applicant may be requested to provide evidence that will demonstrate they have a reasonable likelihood of success in studies with the College. This includes mature entry (over 21 years) with relevant experience, elite athletes with interrupted study due to sports commitments, and any other potential applicants who may not meet the criteria above. Entry with advanced standing through educational pathways (e.g. RPL or credit transfer) may also be available based on previous study.
The ACPE Advantage
Backed by research and industry insights, ACPE has tailored this Diploma to meet the diverse needs of learners like you. We understand your aspirations and have designed this program to align perfectly with your goals.
Don't wait to kickstart your journey in the dynamic world of sport and exercise science. Unleash your potential with the Diploma of Sport and Exercise Science from ACPE and lay the groundwork for a successful future. Enrol today and be ready to make your mark in the industry!
Gear up for success at ACPE and turn your passion for sport into a career:
We outshine our competitors based on the Quality Indicators of Learning and Teaching (QILT) Student Experience Survey, which is run by the Government. This is important because it tells you what our current students have said about their experiences at ACPE.
Compared to other universities and education providers, ACPE is rated in the top 20 for the overall quality of the student experience in 2022. We achieved a 92.7% rating for teaching quality, 87.6% for the quality of the overall student experience, and 90.5% for student support - significantly ahead - making ACPE the leading provider of sport, health, and dance courses in Australia.
Located at Sydney Olympic Park, we are surrounded by sport organisations and industry partners presenting opportunities at our doorstep. We are FEE-HELP approved and not ATAR dependent. Turn your passion for sport into a career. Why go anywhere else?
ACPE CRICOS provider code (01822J)
92.7% score in Teaching Quality* | 85.9% in Overall Graduate Employment Rate* | 50% increase in employment within the sports industry in the next 5 years* | Over 107 years of educating generations of sport professionals since 1917 |
Contact Us
Phone: 1300 302 867
Address:
10 Parkview Drive
Sydney Olympic Park,
NSW, 2127, Australia
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