Are you an elite athlete, coach or performer looking to study a higher education degree?
The Australian College of Physical Education has supported student athletes strive for academic and sporting excellence since 1917, and is among national leaders in providing the highest standard of services for elite athletes, coaches and officials. ACPE is an endorsed member of the Elite Athlete Education Network recognised by the Australian Institute of Sport and the New South Wales Institute of Sport.
Our Bachelor degrees in Sport, Health, Education and Dance offer the highest quality learning in a flexible and supportive environment in Sydney’s home of sport, Olympic Park. Selected subjects, degree and postgraduate options can be studied fully online.
About the Program
ACPE’s Elite Athlete, Coach and Performer Program is designed to encourage elite sportspeople to achieve their fullest potential by providing the support which allows them to balance academic study and high performance sport.
Athletes balancing a dual career of pursuing excellence in tertiary studies whilst playing representative sport at the highest level are given comprehensive assistance and a benefits package that is tailored for each individual, ensuring success is achievable, both on and off the playing arena.
Athletes and coaches studying at ACPE are made to feel welcome and have the full support from the skilled and dedicated staff, including a single point of contact for all your enquiries.
ACPE is an institution dedicated to sporting degrees and has the advantage of our campus location in the famous Sydney Olympic Park. With many of our subjects and degrees being offered online, you will be able to continue your studies at your pace if sporting commitments lead you interstate or overseas.
As a leading provider of sporting degrees and with a large network of partnerships within the sporting industry, Elite Athletes and Coaches studying at ACPE are provided with every opportunity to realise their full potential in preparation for the next step in their careers.
Elite Athletes discuss why they chose to study at ACPE
Parramatta Eels captain Tim Mannah and champion swimmer and 2018 Commonwealth Games hopeful Kurt Herzog discuss their study journeys and why they chose to study at ACPE.
Elite Athletes and Coaches
ACPE recognises Elite Athletes, Coaches and Performers who have been identified and recognised by one of the following organisations:
- Australian Institute of Sport
- State Institutes or Academies of Sport
- AFL Players Association
- Australian Cricketers Association
- Rugby Union Players Association
- Rugby League Professionals Association
- Australian Professional Footballers Association
- National senior squad members from ACE supported sports
ACPE’s Elite Athlete, Coach and Performer Program supports elite sports people in a number of ways. These include:
- A tailored study plan
- Flexible timetables and reasonable adjustments to class attendance requirements
- Access to peer tutoring
- Assistance from the Student Success Centre
- Reasonable adjustments to assessments and assessment schedules
- External exam invigilation to accommodate sporting commitments
- A designated Elite Athlete Coordinator to assist in the planning, managing and execution of study commitments
How to apply
As a direct entry institution ACPE provides prospective students with a swift and easily accessible application process.
Lodge your application for your course of choice by speaking with an Admissions Advisor on 1300 302 867. Once accepted into your course of choice you will be directed to lodge your application for the Elite Athlete and Coach Program with ACPE’s Elite Athlete Coordinator.
To confirm if you’re eligible for entry into ACPE’s Elite Athlete and Coach Program, complete the Elite Athlete Identification Form and you will be contacted about next steps in the application process.
Elite Athlete Profiles
Take a look at current Elite Athletes studying at ACPE and their course.
ABBIE TADDEO
National Sprinter & Hurdler
Bachelor of Sports Coaching & Admin
KURT HERZOG
Professional Swimmer
Bachelor of Sports Business
FAITH ESTIL
National OzTag Team
Bachelor of Sports Business (Leadership)
KEANU BLUNDEN
Speed Skating Junior National Champion
Bachelor of Sports Coaching & Admin
NAOMI DE BRUINE
Judo medallist, Youth Olympic Games
Bachelor of Education (PHE)
TIM MANNAH
Captain, Parramatta Eels
Bachelor of Sports Business