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Entry requirements and pathways
International students
Academic entry requirement
To qualify for admission to the Honours program, students are to have achieved the requirements for the pass degree, the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science or equivalent Bachelors degree. Students will be selected based on their academic performance in the final year of the pass degree and places will be subject to availability of projects and supervisors in the Sport and Exercise Science discipline. Students must obtain a minimum average of 70% across all of their third-year subjects.
Note: Meeting minimum prerequisites does not guarantee an offer of a place. Entry into all La Trobe courses is based on competitive selection and there may be limited places available.
Honours in your major
You may be eligible to complete Honours in a major completed as part of your undergraduate degree. Your eligibility is subject to the availability and agreement of a suitable supervisor for the major and you meeting the entry requirements specific to that major. For more information, please see the University Handbook.
English language requirement
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Please refer to our English Language Requirements page for details of other accepted English Proficiency tests and additional recognised English Language Proficiency Measures, such as English as the language of instruction.
Credit for previous study (advanced standing)
Credit for previous study (advanced standing) is the recognition of prior study or learning that can be counted towards a qualification. This can reduce the number of subjects required to complete your course. The amount of credit received depends on the level and relevance of your previous study and the number of subjects completed.
The University will designate courses where there is only admission into Year 1 of the course. In these cases, there is limited credit. See list of limited entry courses.
To check if this course is available for credit, please visit the Advanced standing webpage.
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What you'll study
Sample course structure
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours), students must complete a total of 120 credit points across 1 year.
Year 1 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
- 120 credit points from chosen Core
Study options
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
| Subject name | Subject code | Year | Credit points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE | LTU0AIM | 1 | 0 |
| WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION | ABS0WOM | 1 | 0 |
| SPORT AND NUTRITION HONOURS A | HLT401A | 1 | 60 |
| SPORT AND NUTRITION HONOURS B | HLT401B | 1 | 60 |
See La Trobe University Handbook for more details
The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
View course information for Melbourne (Bundoora)
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Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) course and career outcomes
However you choose to structure your study, La Trobe recognises your hard work. Here are the pathways you could follow as you move through your course.
Course intended learning outcomes
- Demonstrate in-depth and specialised knowledge in sport and exercise science.
- Critically analyse complex problems and identify solutions, with some independence.
- Plan and execute a research project in sport and exercise science.
- Present and discuss scientific information to a range of audiences using effective oral and written communication skills.
- Apply academic integrity and research ethics in conducting research.
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) career opportunities
An Honours degree in sport and exercise science gives you the analytical and critical-thinking skills to work in a range of roles, including:
- Sport scientist
- Conduct research relating to sport in an elite environment, such as a national sports institute or professional sports club.
- Health and wellness officer
- Design and implement health and wellbeing programs in the workplace, including exercise, mindfulness and meditation programs.
- Sport research specialist
- Perform research and data collecting duties for businesses or marketing agencies.
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Fees and scholarships
Estimated course fees for international students
Estimated fees per year (2025):
Indicative based on 2024 fees
A$38 400 per 120 credit points.
Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.
Scholarships:
The International estimated fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will depend on the subjects you choose to study, with each subject having its own cost. In some cases, your course fees may be higher than the indicated fees because of the subjects you choose.
International scholarships
Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative
The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.
Find out more about Destination Australia scholarships.
If you're a La Trobe graduate, you may be eligible for a 10 per cent fee reduction when you apply for a full-fee postgraduate coursework program. See our Alumni Advantage page for further details.
International students applying for an undergraduate or postgraduate course to study at La Trobe University can be rewarded a bonus grant for completing their admission process early. Recipients will automatically be eligible to receive an Early Bird Acceptance Grant of 5% of the first-year tuition fees.
If you’re a high-achieving international student from either Vietnam, Cambodia or the Philippines and are considering full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study, you can apply to receive a 50 - 100 per cent tuition fees scholarship for the duration of your studies from 2024.
Do you have an excellent academic record? La Trobe High Achiever Scholarships are awarded to high-achieving international students and provide up to a 25 per cent reduction in course fees for selected courses.
Note: You must first have an offer to study at La Trobe before you are eligible to apply for a La Trobe scholarship.
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How to apply
Discuss ideas for a thesis topic with your lecturers and tutors, secure the agreement of a supervisor and then apply online.
Note: Some courses start earlier than the standard semester, term or study period. Applications for these courses close one week prior. Always check your course’s start date to ensure your application is submitted in time.
CRICOS code: 095557K
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Overview
Key facts
| Award | Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) |
|---|---|
| CRICOS code | 095557K |
| Start dates |
Indicative based on 2024 start dates Semester 1 (March 2025) |
| Duration | 1 year full-time |
| Available locations | Melbourne (Bundoora) |
| Scholarships | View fees and scholarships |
| Annual tuition fee |
Indicative based on 2024 fees A$38 400 per 120 credit points.Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year. |
About the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours)
La Trobe's Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (Honours) lets you explore your area of interest in sport and human performance. Choose an area you're passionate about and delve deep into the science, theory and related practice. You'll work closely with a supervisor on a one-year research project, which will culminate in the submission of your thesis.
The focus of your research from a wide range of fields, including applied exercise physiology, biomechanics, strength and conditioning, sport analytics, sport performance and recovery, motor control and skill acquisition, and sport technology. From there, you'll learn research skills relating to data collection and analysis, statistics, academic writing and science communication.
You'll have access to La Trobe's $150 million Sports Park as part of your Honours project, which features leading facilities for sport research and data analytics.
When you study with La Trobe, you could have the chance to undertake your research with one of our elite sport partners, including Carlton Football Club, Melbourne City Football Club and Melbourne Rebels. We also have partnerships with Defence Science and Technology, Champion Data, Nike, Softball Victoria, Northern Football Netball League and Australian Institute of Sport.
An Honours degree gives you an edge in a highly competitive job market. You'll also have the option to continue your research at Master's level or, if your sights are set higher, receive direct entry into a PhD.
You'll learn:
- Advanced research skills
- Learn how to independently plan, evaluate, synthesise and execute a research project.
- Communication
- Develop advanced communication skills. Learn how to connect and collaborate with other researchers and future colleagues.
- Critical-thinking skills
- Learn how to develop innovative ideas and use reasoning and logic to solve complex problems.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 8 – Bachelor Degree Honours.
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