Workplace learning
Each year, VU students have the opportunity to complete workplace learning with the Bulldogs in areas including:
- biomechanics
- exercise physiology
- remedial massage
- exercise rehabilitation
- business
- administration
- event management
- marketing
- tourism
- hospitality.
Student cadetships
The Bulldogs accept sport science and exercise physiology cadets exclusively from VU. Our College of Sport and Exercise Science offers up to three Western Bulldogs student cadetships each year.
Clinics
Whitten Oval Massage Clinic
VU massage therapy and myotherapy students gain hands-on experience treating Bulldogs’ players and members of the public at our Victoria University Whitten Oval Massage Clinic.
VU Achievement Scholarships
The Bulldogs were among the first supporters of VU Achievement Scholarships and continue to donate $1 for every club member towards the scholarships.
Professional development for Bulldogs' players & staff
Many current and former Bulldogs' players and staff are studying at Victoria University or are VU Alumni.
Bulldogs players are encouraged to prepare for a career after football, including continuing their education. Our Elite Athlete program helps players who study at VU to balance study with training and competition demands, by offering flexible study options and career development support.
Our joint Professional Development Support Program helps Western Bulldogs’ staff continue their professional development through further study. Through this program, VU makes a contribution to the fees of a small number of staff selected for the program each year.
“I’m looking to VU to help me set up for life after footy. For now, footy is my full-time job so I study part-time in the evenings. Studying is a great release from football.�
Mitch Wallis
