Bachelor of Sports Studies | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Bachelor of Sports Studies

Turn your passion for sport into a career. Combine core sport science knowledge with complementary skills in areas like sports media, sports journalism, sports administration, event management, marketing, public relations and business management, to prepare you for a range of careers in the growing sport and fitness industries.

In this program you will:

  • Learn about the modern sports industry at local, national and international levels
  • Tailor your studies with flexible pathways to suit your own interests and career goals
  • Gain the skills to be job-ready for a range of sport and fitness careers
  • Experience multiple workplace learning opportunities

Location

CRICOS code

088626E

Entry threshold

52.00 52.00 ATAR/Rank
ATAR/Rank

Duration

3 years 3 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2024 fees (A$)

A$12,972 CSP
CSP
A$27,800 / A$83,400 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

QTAC code

013171 014471 From Semester 1, 2023

Start

  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2

First year only offered at this location.

Start
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
  • Semester 1
  • Semester 2
Delivery mode
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Duration
3 years 3 years
CRICOS code
088626E
UniSC program code
SC347
Program structure
Introductory courses (6) 72 units

HLT100
HLT140
SPX101
SPX102
SPX121
PUB104

Developing courses (3) 36 units

NUT212
SPX222
SPX231

Graduate courses (2) 24 units

NUT300
SPX304

Major courses (8) 96 units

Elective courses (5) 60 units

Select 5 elective courses (60 units) from the undergraduate elective course options. You may need to include 300 level courses in your elective selection to meet the requirement to complete four 300 level courses in the program.

Sports Studies students are encouraged to use electives to complete courses in the following discipline areas:

  • Journalism
  • Marketing
  • Nutrition
  • Outdoor Environmental Studies
  • Public Relations
  • Small Business Management
  • Sports and Exercise Nutrition 
  • Tourism, Leisure & Event Management

NOTE: Students MUST complete a minimum of 4 x 300-level courses (48 units) overall in the program.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Study sequences

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 52.00
Moreton Bay 52.00
Recommended prior study
English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths; at least one science subject
Program requirements
  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Successfully complete a minimum of four (4) 300 level courses (48 units) overall in the program
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
  • This program does not meet the application eligibility requirements for Exercise Scientist or Sport Scientist membership of Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA). If professional membership in a sport or coaching area is required consider the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science or the Bachelor of Clinical Exercise Physiology.

CSP estimate
A$12,972
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2024)
A$27,800
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2024)
A$83,400