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La Trobe University is committed to making a substantial contribution to the ongoing sustainability of the Australian sport industry and the welfare of all its participants from grassroots to elite athletes.
La Trobe Sport facilitates programs, partnerships, research and course development that will enable La Trobe University to:
§ be the leading university in Australia in teaching and research related to sport,
§ support student sport and sport related clubs to increase student participation in sport,
§ actively engage the local community and schools through the use of enhanced sporting facilities and sport services at La Trobe,
§ leverage sports facilities to encourage all members of the University to improve their health and fitness,
§ secure long-term, meaningful institutional influence within the sport industry in Victoria and Australia, and
§ develop links between high performance sport and the teaching and research capacity of the University.
StudyOur world leading, wide-ranging sport study options make La Trobe the first choice for sport.
La Trobe University has sport industry focused courses in: Sport Management, Sport Development, Sport Journalism, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Human Nutrition, Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Sports Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Prosthetics and Orthotics, and Physical and Health Education.
Our teachers and researchers are some of the best in their fields and many of them are directly involved in research with organisations and individuals including AFL clubs, Olympic athletes and coaches, Melbourne Heart FC and other professional athletes.
All La Trobe courses are industry focussed and provide internships to enable students to have meaningful professional experiences before graduation.
Our courses prepare students for careers in sport management, physiotherapy, podiatry, prosthetics and orthotics, physical education, outdoor education, nutrition, psychology, exercise physiology and sports journalism.
Get involvedSport, health and wellbeing are very much a part of life at La Trobe where the University provides facilities for students, staff and the community to be healthy and active.
The University has 26 affiliated sports clubs, all of which are run by students with support from the La Trobe Sport Centre. There are many to choose from on our campuses, including soccer, netball and volleyball competitions to tennis, golf, swimming, scuba, dance, Pilates, yoga and meditation classes.
Sport enhances the vibrant campus life of the La Trobe community through a diverse, dynamic and exciting range of sporting and recreational opportunities both on and off campus.
Our sports facilities are available to staff, students and the general public. We provide a wide range of both indoor, outdoor and off campus facilities.
La Trobe University is affiliated with Australian University Sport (AUS), who are responsible for regional, national and international university sport.
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Internships with Melbourne Heart
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La Trobe University’s vision is to be the leading Australian university for sport – the best place to study sport, the best at sport research, and the best at working with sport industry and community partners.
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reSearchWe are a world-class research university and our research is making a difference to Australia’s sport industry. We are involved in research as diverse as:
§ designing new prosthetic aids for amputee athletes;
§ evaluating the social and economic impact of sport;
§ designing new technologies to help stadiums like the MCG operate more effectively;
§ investigating better sports nutrition regimes for athletes; and
§ developing new exercise programs that help people overcome injury or maximise performance.
Sport, exercise and rehabilitation research is one of five key areas of research La Trobe has prioritised. This research focus area (RFA) will promote a healthier Australia, delivering greater wellbeing and improved overall health and performance outcomes via sport, exercise and rehabilitation.
Our research will enable more people in Australia to be more active and to live longer and stronger by stepping up to the global challenges of inactivity, chronic disease and movement disorders. It will also enable elite sports people to perform at a higher level and to compete more successfully.
With a lifespan approach from childhood to very old age, we will deliver innovative, multi-disciplinary research outcomes in sport, exercise and rehabilitation to provide wellbeing and
performance benefits for healthy people, the frail and aged, the de-conditioned, those with diseases and disabilities as well as elite athletes.
This RFA builds on La Trobe’s existing research strength in the category of 1106 Human Movement and Sport Science which was rated as 5 (well above world standard) in both the ERA 2010 and 2012 research assessment exercise.
Our research in this area will focus on three big challenges:
1. Improving the health of Australians by increasing regular participation in sport and exercise.
2. Enhancing sport performance and exercise effectiveness in the community.
3. Improving mobility and rehabilitation outcomes through evidence-based practice.
aluMniThere is no greater evidence of our success than the achievements of our alumni. With 154,000 graduates located across 100 countries, our alumni are renowned for their bold thought leadership, commitment to social justice and contributions to community.
La Trobe University is proud of its many alumni that are world class in sports performance and in sport administration roles. La Trobe University has had many past students that have competed at the Olympics and Paralympics.
World class business, health science and sport management courses have allowed alumni to have careers heading up sport organisations, leading injury management for Australian teams and athletes, and heading corporate companies that produce sport and health products.
Our graduates are working in leading sports administration roles in companies such as the AFL, Golf Australia, Melbourne Heart FC, Carlton Football Club, Football Federation, and the NBL.
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A university for elite athletesLa Trobe is a signatory to the national Elite Athlete Friendly University scheme. We offer tailored case management for elite athletes to help them balance their training and competition demands with their studies.
We also offer:
§ comprehensive induction and orientation
§ mentoring from our Vice Chancellor’s Fellow and coach of the Carlton Football Club, Mr Michael Malthouse
§ media training
§ exclusive access to our La Trobe Sport Industry Leaders Network for mentoring and networking opportunities.
Alister McDonald, Melbourne Tigers
elite athleteSLa Trobe is committed to providing support to elite athletes and are world leaders in research for elite sport. La Trobe is committed to cutting edge research that supports elite athletes in their performance goals.
La Trobe University is an elite athlete friendly university and part of the Elite Athlete Friendly University Program (EAFU). The program was established by the Australian Sports Commission to identify, promote and support the specific needs of university students who participate in sport at an elite level.
The EAFU program at La Trobe provides support to student athletes in their pursuit to achieve academic and sporting success.
We are dedicated and committed to assist athletes competing in national and international sporting events to achieve academic goals while meeting the demands of often-intensive training programs and competition.
The athletes studying at the University have competed in a range of sports including; athletics, hockey, swimming, AFL football and soccer.
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The iconic MCG
Vice Chancellor’s Fellow – Mick MalthouseMr Michael (Mick) Malthouse is La Trobe University’s first Vice-Chancellor’s Fellow. The renowned AFL coach strengthens the University’s position as a quality higher-education destination for sport-related study.
La Trobe University provides a high-quality university education, and Mick is a key member of the team dedicated to adding value to university experience of students at all La Trobe campuses.
Throughout his coaching career, Mick has learnt life lessons that transcend the sports field and apply to any person chasing a dream, pursuing their goals or embarking on challenging endeavours.
The Fellowship program is built on the following principles:
§ act as a resource for students giving practical and intimate insight into the sporting industry for students enrolled in popular La Trobe courses such as Sports Journalism, Sports Management, Physiotherapy and Podiatry.
§ leverage a network, established over 40 years, working in Victoria’s renowned sporting sector to provide real career and educational opportunities for students.
§ work closely with staff, students and the surrounding community to help develop
programs and strengthen skills in team-building, mentoring and leadership.
§ participate in the University’s key partnerships with local and regional stakeholders to support La Trobe’s continuing mission to collaborate with greater capacity and relevancy to its wider communities.
§ be an active member of the University community, experiencing and contributing to La Trobe’s rich and diverse cultural environment.
AFL icon Mick Malthouse mentoring La Trobe University students
Mick Malthouse
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La Trobe elite athlete and PhD student, Hannah MacDougall
Sport partnerShipSWe have partnerships with some of Australia’s leading sport organisations including:
§ AFL Players’ Association § AFL SportsReady § Bendigo Spirit § Melbourne Cricket Club § Melbourne Heart Football Club § Netball Australia § Northern Football League § vicsport
These partnerships provide our students with valuable insights into the current issues facing sport in Australia and the operation of sport organisations.
La Trobe students can access internship opportunities, participate in real-life research projects and benefit from their lecturer’s engagement with some of the best sport organisations in Australia.
La Trobe also works with these partners to provide innovative teaching, learning and research opportunities for postgraduate research students.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this brochure is indicative only. The University does not give any warranties in relation to the currency, accuracy or completeness of the contents. The University reserves the right to make changes without notice at any time in its absolute discretion, including but not limited to varying admission and assessment requirements, and discontinuing or varying courses. Users of this publication are advised to check with the relevant faculty or department before acting on the information published in this brochure. To the extent permitted by law, the University does not accept responsibility or liability for any injury, loss, claim or damage arising out of or in any way connected with the use of the information contained in this brochure or any error, omission or defect in the information contained in this brochure.La Trobe University is a registered provider under the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). CRICOS Provider 00115M
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In the La Trobe gymVisiting Chinese International Cup team
Student Amy-Beth Seeley
Kristy Harrower from Bendigo Spirit
David Williams , Melbourne Heart FC
contact inforMation
La Trobe SportLisa Hasker Manager, Sport Partnerships T 9479 3467 E [email protected]
Professor Russell Hoye Director T 9479 1345 E [email protected]
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