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About the course
Undertake a PhD researching exercise science and sport with expert supervision and strong research support. Topics may include physical activity and nutrition, population and behavioural analyses, muscle and bone physiology, movement analysis, and sport performance across different groups. You will develop advanced research capability and contribute original knowledge through a substantial thesis in sports science at doctoral level. The programme advances scientific inquiry through supervised laboratory or field research, data analysis, and thesis-based discovery.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for research-focused careers in universities, elite sport and performance organisations, health and sport institutes, and government or industry research settings. Skills developed support roles such as research scientist, academic, sport performance analyst, or specialist consultant in physical activity, exercise physiology, and sports nutrition. This PhD builds advanced expertise for leadership in sports science research and innovation. Preparing graduates for scientific research, R&D leadership, and doctoral study in the sciences.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
