Advance your career in sports science and high performance with Australia’s only postgraduate strength and conditioning program combining advanced coursework with hands-on placement in elite sport.  

Delivered in partnership between Victoria University and the Western Bulldogs, this program offers a unique pathway to gain both theoretical knowledge and real-world experience in a professional high-performance environment. 

Key Dates 

  • Applications Open: Thursday, 16 October 2025 
  • Applications Close: Subject to capacity (limited intake) 
  • Program Start: Semester One, February 2026 

Who is the Graduate Certificate in Strength & Conditioning For?  

This program is ideal for aspiring or current sports science, strength & conditioning, and allied health professionals looking to take their careers to the next level. 

You may be eligible if you have: 

  • Completed an Australian Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Exercise Science, Human Movement, or a related discipline, or 
  • At least five years of relevant work experience in health, fitness, or high-performance settings 

It’s perfect for practitioners who want to expand their expertise, gain hands-on experience, and build professional networks in elite sport. 

How Does the Program Work? 

This one-semester, full-time program combines advanced postgraduate coursework with hands-on experience in elite sport, giving students the skills and insights to accelerate their careers.  

Program Highlights: 

  • Over 40 hours embedded in the Western Bulldogs high-performance department 
  • Hands-on access to AFL, AFLW, VFL, and VFLW training, rehab, and match-day operations 
  • Masterclasses and networking with Western Bulldogs High Performance staff 
  • Australia’s only Graduate Certificate with immersive exposure to elite sport in action

Read more about units and program structure here

Ready to Take the Next Step?  

The WB Institute is running Open Days at Mission Whitten Oval, where you can: 

  • Tour high-performance facilities 
  • See where you could be embedded in the Western Bulldogs team 
  • Hear directly from Victoria University and Western Bulldogs staff about the program  

Open Days  

  • Saturday 11 October 2025, 11:00am to 12:30pm AEDT | Register here 
  • Friday 12 December 2025, 10:00am to 12:00pm AEDT | Register here 
  • Saturday 17 January 2025, 10:00am to 12:00pm AEDT | Register here 

Information Session 

Want more information?  

Visit the WB Institute website to dive deeper into the Graduate Certificate in Strength and Conditioning.   

Otherwise, register your interest and stay up-to-date on program updates.