Foundation Studies for Health & Life Science (LFS0) (085026J) + Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (095558J)

Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science gives them the scientific knowledge and practical skills to improve health and wellbeing.

Students will gain a detailed understanding of the science behind training. Explore the strengths and limitations of the human body while building strong foundations in physiology, anatomy and biomechanics. Then they will build industry  placement with leading organisations such as Carlton Football Club, Melbourne City and Exercise Research Australia.

Experience sport and exercise science first-hand at La Trobe's $150 million Research and Innovation precinct and Sports Park. Equipped with world-class teaching and research facilities, elite athlete performance space, AFL oval, FIFA-1 accredited synthetic soccer pitch and more.

Students will learn:

• Physiology and biomechanics

Investigate the physiological response of the cardiovascular, respiratory, musculoskeletal and nervous systems to sport and exercise.

• Strength and conditioning

Learn scientific principles and techniques to enhance strength, endurance and speed qualities of athletes to meet the demands of various sports.

• Skill development in sport

Discover the science behind movement learning and execution and its relationship to athlete performance.

• Performance analysis

Explore the theoretical concepts and principles that underpin the field of sports analytics and performance analysis.