Postgraduate Course

Graduate Certificate in High Performance Sport

Ready to change the game? Step into the exciting world of high performance sport.

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Murdoch code
C1176
Study mode
Part Time
Duration
0.5
Selection rank
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First year fee (domestic)
$8,820
Full course fee (domestic)
$8,820
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The fees provided are indicative and intended only as a guide. They are based on a typical full-time enrolment for a first year student at Murdoch University of 24 credit points. The indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported Fee.

Overview

With a Graduate Certificate in High Performance Sport, you’ll see science transform into success. Learn to deliver a variety of specialised sports science services to enhance athlete health and performance, making you one of the most valuable players on the team. As an added bonus, this course has been designed for professionals seeking to elevate their expertise and career, featuring not only engaging content but also the flexibility of part-time study.

This graduate certificate will equip you with advanced knowledge in several subjects, including strength and conditioning, coaching science, and how to combine cutting-edge testing and training methodologies with sophisticated research, data analysis, and evidence-based strategies. By developing skills in these key areas and more, you’ll be empowered to support stakeholders across a wide range of sporting disciplines and environments. Start making your mark in this dynamic industry today.

3 reasons to study a Graduate Certificate in High Performance Sport at Murdoch

  1. This part-time course is designed to fit into your lifestyle, providing you with the flexibility to balance your studies with personal and professional commitments.
  2. Set yourself apart from others in your field by gaining advanced knowledge in a specialised industry.
  3. Studying at Murdoch will grant you access to excellent sports science facilities and the latest, innovative technology, keeping you at the forefront of high performance sport.

What you’ll learn

  • How to apply advanced sports science and strength training techniques, combined with coaching methods, to improve the health and performance of athletes.
  • The creation of research plans and utilisation of data analysis to assess the impact of sports science practices in both professional and academic contexts.
  • The process of designing, conducting and interpreting advanced testing and monitoring strategies to make evidence-based decisions across diverse athletic groups.
  • Effective and professional communication to deliver sports science insights to athletes, coaches and other key stakeholders.

Your future career

With a Graduate Certificate in High Performance Sport, you’ll be able to pursue many different roles that will attribute to a fulfilling and successful career. Options include, but are not limited to:

  • Sports Scientist
  • Performance Analysist
  • High-performance Manager
  • Rehabilitation Consultant
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Fitness Advisor

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Total credit points: 12

Unit code Unit name Credit points
Course Core12 credit points
EXS510Advanced Strength and Conditioning and Coaching Science3
EXS511Testing and Monitoring in High Performance Sport3
EXS512Advanced Topics in Sports Science3
EXS590Research Methods for Exercise Science3
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Entry requirements

A recognised Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in a cognate area OR a recognised Bachelor Degree (AQF Level 7) or equivalent in a non-cognate area and relevant experience approved by the academic chair OR extensive relevant experience approved by the academic chair.

English Requirements

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

Advanced Standing

Everyone has a different path to university so if you’ve already completed formal or informal learning, you could receive advanced standing. Also known as recognition of prior learning, advanced standing can reduce the amount of study needed to complete your degree by giving you credit for certain units.

Formal learning can include previous study in higher education vocational education or adult and community education. Informal learning can include on the job learning, various kinds of work and life experience.

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This information applies to courses offered at our Australian campuses only. Courses offered at our Dubai  and Singapore campuses or delivered by Open Universities Australia may have different requirements.

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How much will it cost?

Instead of paying an overall course fee, you pay for the individual units you enrol in. The total course cost will vary depending on the units you choose.

Following your successful application, you’ll receive a Letter of Offer which will contain specific course and fee information.

If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you may be eligible for a Commonwealth Supported Place. Postgraduate programs are full fee paying, unless indicated otherwise in your Letter of Offer.

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All fees are indicative and are provided as a guide only. The actual fees will depend on the individual units you enrol in. You should refer to your Letter of Offer for specific course and fee related information.

The first-year indicative fee is based on a typical full-time enrolment at Murdoch University of 24 credit points.

For domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, the indicative fee is based on the applicable Commonwealth Supported fee.

Indicative fees for international students are based on applicable full fee paying rates.

The estimated, indicative fee covers tuition fees only, and certain additional fees and charges may apply, depending on the course and units you choose. It also does not take into account any scholarships or bursaries for which you may be eligible.

The estimated, indicative fee assumes no fee increases or indexation. Over time, fee increases or indexation may occur and will affect the estimate. If you are a full fee paying student, this may occur at the start of your second and each subsequent year of study. In the case of Commonwealth Supported students, this will occur for each new calendar year in line with Government policy.

All fee estimates are provided in Australian dollars.