At UniSC, we understand the unique demands of being both a student and an athlete. That’s why all accepted members gain access to a dedicated support system that champions success on and off the field. Here, your education is just as important as your sport — and we’re with you every step of the way.
Academic support
- Early timetable selection to support competition and training schedules
- Negotiated assessment deadlines based on sporting competition and training commitments.
- Advocacy within both academic and sporting environments to support study/sport balance
- Personalised support for learning from academic advisors and peer mentors
- Flexibility and support for additional leaves of absence to enable participation in major sporting events (eg Olympic and Paralympic games)
- Flexibility with practical experience and placements (where possible) to allow scheduling within athletes' training and competition locations and times.
- Expert support in developing study skills, assessment planning, and writing (mentor program by the third and fourth years for the first and second years)
- UniSC's five-star student support services
Professional / personal support
- HPSA Program induction
- Student athlete development workshops (performance health, personal brand management and sponsorship, and guest speakers)
- Access to High Performance sport mentors
- Referral to High Performance sport allied health providers who offer no gap fee services if privately insured
- Student athlete leadership initiatives
- Regular social activities
- Athlete Wellbeing support via UniSC Student Services and UniSC Clinics
- Athlete Lounge access
- UniSC HPS Shirt
Expectations
HPSA members agree to the behavioural standards:
- Positive ambassador for UniSC, UniSC Sport and fitness, UniSC High Performance Sport
- Provide regular (quarterly) updates on sporting performance
- Tag UniSC HPS in news and social media
- Support your peers and the team behind the team
- High Performance Student Athletes and Student Athletes agree to the behavioural standards in the code of conduct.
Scholarships and financial assistance
Apply for UniSC's scholarships and bursaries, including:
- Kate Allen Rural Athlete Bursary
- UniSC Sport Scholarship
- June Canavan Para-athlete Sport Scholarship
Special entry to degree programs
Prospective HPSAs are eligible to apply for UniSC’s Elite Athlete adjustment
Find out more
Associate Professor Mark Sayers
High Performance Student Program
Email: msayers@usc.edu.au