Shortage
Critical Shortage
100% of occupations
Australia · Education, Social & Community Services
Sport Science & Fitness
Sport science, exercise physiology, fitness training and outdoor recreation leadership.
Salary range
A$24K–52K
Median A$23,800
2035 outlook
+11.0%
stable
PR signal
Moderate PR
Sport and fitness roles have limited PR pathways. Some coaching roles on shortage list regionally.
Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Qualification
Duration
3–2 years
Qualifications
Bachelor · Diploma · Certificate IV
Education fields
Education · Health
Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (3 years). Exercise Physiology requires Honours. Limited direct PR pathway.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Queensland | A$42,000 | 3 yr | #40 |
| Deakin University | A$36,000 | 3 yr | #197 |
| Griffith University | A$36,000 | 3 yr | #298 |
| La Trobe University | A$34,000 | 3 yr | #307 |
| Western Sydney University | A$32,000 | 3 yr | #421 |
| Australian Catholic University | A$30,000 | 3 yr | — |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18