health and biomedical sciencesSport and Exercise Sciences
Turn your enthusiasm for Sport and Exercise Science, into a fulfilling and prosperous career.
Turn your enthusiasm for Sport and Exercise Science, into a fulfilling and prosperous career.
Our Sport and Exercise Sciences courses delve into methods to improve human function, health, and performance — because understanding the body's reactions to exercise and physical activity helps build healthier communities, productive workplaces and successful athletes.
Through our accredited programs and strong industry connections, you'll be prepared to start your professional journey in Sport and Exercise Science with confidence.
Our award-winning work-integrated learning programs will ensure you graduate ‘job ready’.
Help tackle our biggest health challenges by understanding the effects of physical activity on human health and performance.
Our degrees include practical experience with industry partnerships in sport (AFL, WAFL, Western Force) and health (clinic and hospital placements).
Research in this field has a direct benefit to our community, including:
This research group explores the role of exercise in the treatment and management of physical and mental health outcomes for those living with, or at risk, of mental ill health.
Professor Daniel Green's interest in sports optimisation during his PhD studies in 1991 led to ground-breaking research applying exercise science to heart disease, transforming clinical management today.
Are you interested in all things sport science, exercise and health but not sure on the career opportunities? Find out more about the diverse careers available when you study a sport science, exercise and health degree at UWA.
A PhD in Sport and Exercise Science at UWA will help you unlock your power to enhance the success and performance of elite athletes and sporting teams. And with UWA's vast industry connections, you'll have the opportunity to undertake your PhD at organisations such as the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS). We interviewed Caitlin Attwell, James Baker and Daniel Astridge on their experiences at WAIS so far.
Applications are open! Apply now to secure your place at UWA and start planning your future.
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