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Sports Science / Exercise Science

VCE recommended

Exercise scientists assist sportspeople to achieve the best possible sporting performance by applying knowledge and techniques from biomedical science, physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology and sport assessment.

SUBJECTS TO TAKE

Recommended subject mix at Salesian, Years 11 and 12.

Year 11

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Physical Education
  • Free Choice (VET Sport and Recreation, Health and Human Development, Outdoor Education, Biology)
  • Religion and Society
  • Free Choice Subject

Year 12

  • English
  • Mathematics
  • Physical Education
  • Free Choice Subject
  • Free Choice Subject

Booklet recommendations — final subject offerings depend on what runs each year. Talk to your Oratory Leader, subject teachers and the Careers Coordinator before locking in.

AT-SCHOOL PATHWAYS

Programs available within Salesian.

Specialist program (SBAT)

Industry Pathways Program — Leisure Services

VET options

  • Certificate 3 in Sport and Recreation

AFTER SCHOOL

University courses and alternative routes in.

University courses

  • Bachelor of Sports Management
  • Bachelor of Physical Education and Sports Science
  • Bachelor of Exercise Science
  • Bachelor of Outdoor Leadership

Alternative pathways into university

  • Certificate 4 in Fitness
  • Diploma of Sports Development

RELATED CAREERS

Other careers in similar territory — many use overlapping subjects.

Physical Education TeacherRecreation OfficerSports Development Officer