Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology)

About the course

This bachelor degree builds knowledge and clinical capability to design and deliver exercise and behaviour-change interventions to help prevent and manage chronic disease. You study areas such as anatomy, neuroscience, biomechanics, rehabilitation and exercise programming, and apply learning through extensive clinical and community-based placements. The Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) prepares you for professional practice in exercise physiology and related health settings.

Career outcome

Graduates may work in roles supporting chronic disease prevention and management through exercise assessment, prescription and behaviour-change coaching. Career paths can include accredited exercise physiologist roles (where eligibility requirements are met), exercise rehabilitation and clinical practice in hospitals or clinics, community health programs, sports and fitness organisations, and corporate wellbeing services. This bachelor degree supports careers across exercise physiology and health-focused performance settings.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)