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Elite Athlete Program

Federation is part of the Elite Sport Education Network (ESEN), which means we give extra support to students who train and compete at a high level.

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Balance sport and study

Concentrating on your studies takes time and dedication. So does elite training and competition. To help you manage both, we offer personalised support and flexible study arrangements to eligible students. 

To be eligible as an elite athlete or coach, you must be currently competing or coaching at a minimum level. You should either be:

  • a state squad member of a sport by recognised by the Australian Sports Commission
    or
  • listed in the top grade or under-age level of a state league competition (e.g. Victorian Football League, State League 1 (Football Federation Victoria), Premier Grade Cricket, Victorian Netball League or NBL1).

Each application is judged on its merits in consultation with the relevant sporting organisations. If you don't meet the above criteria but feel you’re competing at an elite level, apply anyway.

Elite Athlete Program members may receive:

  • academic case management (including assistance with enrolment, timetabling, flexible assessment and alternative exam arrangements)
  • grants towards sporting activities
  • gym membership and access to sporting facilities
  • zone 4 parking permits
  • Elite Athlete Program clothing
  • advice from student development and employability advisors
  • help with university entry pathways and credit transfers
  • invitations to professional development workshops.
It’s been very helpful in terms of the money side, assisting with travel to competitions and affording new equipment. Due to my training, if I can’t make a study deadline or I miss a class it is completely understandable to my lecturers and makes things easier for me."
— Cooper Sherman, Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science

Questions?

If you’d like more info about the program, email the Sport and Recreation coordinator via sport@federation.edu.au.