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Bachelor of Sports Studies

Turn your passion for sport into a creative and innovative career.

Like the name suggests, Sports Studies is all about studying sport. Combine core sport science knowledge with practical 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.

This program is not currently open for applications at Fraser Coast

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
088626E
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
3 years
Annual tuition fee 2018
A$25,600
Estimated total tuition fee *
A$76,800
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.


Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 013171
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 18 Rank - 61
UniSC program code
SC347
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Study mode
Blended Learning
Recommended prior study
English; Maths A, B or C; at least one science subject (preferably Chemistry)
Total courses
24
Total units
288
Footnotes


Like the name suggests, Sports Studies is all about studying sport. Combine core sport science knowledge with practical 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.

  • 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
  • Get job-ready for a changing sport and fitness employment market
Career opportunities

Sports journalism; sports marketing; sports administration; sport our outdoor activity development; public relations for teams, organisations and athletes; sports and tourism event planning and coordination; sports business management; and sports marketing.

Membership

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 Science.

However, the program provides graduates with highly relevant knowledge and skills closely aligned to a wide variety of career opportunities including: sports journalism; sports and outdoor adventure related media; public relations for teams, organisations and athletes; sports and tourism event planning and coordination; sports business management; and marketing sports related events, businesses and products.

Program structure

Introductory courses (6) 72 units

COR109 Introduction to Informatics
SPX101 Business Law and Ethics
SPX102 Consumer Behaviour
SPX103 Services Marketing
SPX120 Marketing Communication
SPX121 Marketing of Social Causes

Developing and Graduate courses (5) 60 units

NUT203 International Marketing
SPX222 Brand ManagementΔ
SPX231 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
SPX304 Contemporary and Emerging Marketing Perspectives
SPX305 Communication and Thought

Major courses (8) 96 units

Elective courses (5) 60 units

Select 5 elective courses (60 units) from either faculty (Arts, Business and Law or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

Sports Studies students can use elective courses to include one of the relevant minors as listed below:

** Only these majors/minors are available at Fraser Coast

Students need to complete a minimum of 3 x 300-level courses (36 units) overall in the program.

Δ Refer to Program notes

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

Total units: 288

Program requirements and notes

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
  • Successfully complete a minimum of three (3) 300 level courses (36 units) overall in the program
  • You must select and register your compulsory major(s)/minor(s) as soon as possible
Program notes
  • Currently SPX222 is offered ONLY via online mode
  • 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.
  • Apply for your selected major(s) and/or minor(s)