La Trobe University
Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development
Bundoora, Victoria, Australia
Level
Diploma
Duration
1.0F/P
Campus
Carlton College of Sport (VIC)
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
TBD
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Course Overview
Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development at La Trobe University in Bundoora, Victoria, Australia is a diploma programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
Student life (indicative)
Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
The University at a Glance
Student Population
37,480
Staff Ratio
18.0:1
International
24.0%
Career Prospects
Employment Rate
72.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£34,760
First-year earnings
Placement Year
✓ Available
Work experience option
Costs & Living
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Diploma of Sport Coaching and Development
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Entry Requirements
Subjects
- Current Year 12 graduates SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Recent Year 12 graduates Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.
- Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page page for further information.
- Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with Higher Education study Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.
- Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page page for further information.
- Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
- Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with VET study Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.
- Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page page for further information.
- Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
- Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website Applicants with work and life experience Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) You may satisfy the academic requirements by completing the STAT multiple choice if you: are not currently studying an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent) have no prior secondary school (Year 12), VET studies, HE studies or relevant work experience that can be considered for entry, or do not meet the minimum academic requirements for the program.
- Refer to the La Trobe University STAT page page for further information.
- Work Recognition Applicants seeking consideration via Work Recognition must complete all requirements listed on the La Trobe University Work Recognition webpage and submit a VTAC Personal Statement, including relevant work experience and reasons for applying for this course.
- Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
- SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for equity schemes.
- Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, an equity schemes application may provide support for your course application.
- For further information go to La Trobe University Equity schemes information and the La Trobe University website | Current Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses.
- Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria First aid certificate First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the diploma.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Mask fit testing Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete an annual mask fit test.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check.
- For information please refer to the Services Victoria website.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Recent Year 12 graduates Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses.
- Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria First aid certificate First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the diploma.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Mask fit testing Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete an annual mask fit test.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check.
- For information please refer to the Services Victoria website.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Applicants with Higher Education study Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses.
- Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria First aid certificate First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the diploma.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Mask fit testing Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete an annual mask fit test.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check.
- For information please refer to the Services Victoria website.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Applicants with VET study Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses.
- Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria First aid certificate First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the diploma.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Mask fit testing Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete an annual mask fit test.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check.
- For information please refer to the Services Victoria website.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Applicants with work and life experience Immunisations Prior to commencing a placement, students are required to meet all of the requirements of the degree in relation to immunisation and testing for blood borne viruses.
- Students must visit a medical practitioner who will complete and sign the Immunisation and Health Record form.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Police record check Applicants will be required to hold a valid National Police Record Check for professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Victoria Police national police record checks Working with children check Applicants will be required to hold a valid Working with Children (WWC) Check for the relevant state prior to undertaking professional placements as part of this course.
- For more information see: Working with Children in Victoria First aid certificate First Aid and/or CPR certification is required to meet the professional requirements of the diploma.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- Mask fit testing Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete an annual mask fit test.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment.
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check Prior to commencing a placement, students may be required to complete a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) worker screening check.
- For information please refer to the Services Victoria website.
- Further information will be provided post enrolment. | Year 12 prerequisites Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English as an Additional Language or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
- Non-Year 12 prerequisites Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
37,480
Total students
Staff Ratio
18:1
Students per staff
International Students
24%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
City Size
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.8/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle. Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
- Online offers a comfortable, outdoor-focused student lifestyle.
- Great weather, natural surroundings and a friendly community create a welcoming environment, with cafés, bars and local events to fill your downtime.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Great café culture
- Thriving student social scene
- Beach lifestyle
University Stats
Total Students37,480
Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
International Students24%
Safety Index (indicative)7.8/10
Career & Outcomes
Graduate Employment
72%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£34,760
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✓ Available
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
- Health sciences graduates pursue clinical, research, policy and industry roles across the healthcare ecosystem, including NHS trusts, pharmaceutical firms, public health agencies and health technology companies.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Healthcare
- Education
- Business
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Housing£821/mo
Food & Groceries£331/mo
Transport£86/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,429
Annual living costs£17,158/yr
Cost Overview (indicative)
Like most major Australian cities, Online carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110). A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.
- Like most major Australian cities, Online carries a moderate-to-high cost of living — expect around $1,810/month (housing $1,040, food $420, transport $110).
- A comfortable lifestyle at costs below Australia's major east-coast cities.