Physical activity courses open the door to a career as a teacher, fitness trainer or rehabilitator. Students might learn about the safest way to instruct individuals during an exercise routine while working to increase strength, raise heart rate and improve flexibility.

Australia has a subsidized higher education for students pursuing the undergraduate degrees. They also give loan and grants for the post graduate students. Higher learning starts at undergraduate degree level to a doctoral degree offered in any field of study.

A Doctorate of Philosophy, or PhD, may require eight years or more to complete, as well as a dissertation. In most fields, the possession of a PhD qualifies the holder to become a professor of a chosen subject. There are many different programs available.