Bachelor of Exercise Science and Psychological Science

About the course

This accredited degree combines exercise science and psychological science to explore how physical activity, behaviour and health interact. You’ll study human movement and body systems alongside the psychological principles that influence motivation and performance. Core study includes anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, strength and conditioning, motor control, and psychology assessment and research methods. It’s a Bachelor-level course focused on sport, exercise and wellbeing.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across sport, exercise and wellbeing settings that connect physical and mental health. Pathways include work in strength and conditioning support, exercise and performance environments, rehabilitation and athlete wellbeing services, and education-related roles. With further postgraduate study and required training, the psychology major can support progression toward psychologist pathways. It’s a Bachelor-level preparation for careers in sport and exercise-related psychological support.

Living Costs in Gold Coast**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 22 - 29	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,564 - 2,068	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,096 - 1,449
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 234 - 310

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)