Bachelor of Human Movement, Bachelor of Business (Sport and Recreation Management)
Bachelor of Human Movement, Bachelor of Business (Sport and Recreation Management)
Get the skills to excel behind-the-scenes in sport and maximise professional performance. Learn from world-class teaching staff in state-of-the-art on-campus facilities, including our specialised exercise science laboratories. Study a curriculum informed by well -above world-class research in sport and recreation management, human movement and sport science.1 You’ll be introduced to…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Get the skills to excel behind-the-scenes in sport and maximise professional performance.
Learn from world-class teaching staff in state-of-the-art on-campus facilities, including our specialised exercise science laboratories. Study a curriculum informed by well -above world-class research in sport and recreation management, human movement and sport science.1 You’ll be introduced to the evolving discipline of human movement, exercise and sport science, and explore the current state of health, exercise and sport industries, professions and professional qualification schemes both in Australia and internationally.
You’ll embark on an industry placement while you study and graduate with real-world experience in the area of human movement, or sport and recreation management.
This extensive practical experience gives you the expertise to pursue opportunities varying from traditional sport, exercise and coaching occupations to sports administration, management, governance and development roles.
Career outcomes
Your career
Employment opportunities for human movement and sports management graduates are extensive, and offer you opportunities to specialise. Career paths to consider include:
Business development manager: work to improve an organisation’s market position and financial growth; define strategic goals, build customer relationships, identify business opportunities, implement marketing initiatives.
Club development officer: grow club presence and profile; implement new programs and activities; engage with members of the local community.
Community development coordinator: maximise the use of local facilities through the development of programs, create partnerships, and work with the community; develop initiatives for local residents to improve wellbeing and enhance quality of life.
Human movement practitioner: engage a broad population of people and groups throughout the lifespan to be more physically active using a broad range of modalities for health, fitness and wellbeing.
Sport development officer: promote participation in sport; work with sporting clubs, local councils and the wider community; ensure people of all ages and ability can access sporting facilities; work with teams and individuals to improve their performance.
Events manager: using strong organisational and project management skills to deliver successful, cost-effective events; manage staff and suppliers; book venues, facilities and equipment; marketing and promotion; analysis and reporting on event performance.
Sports marketing coordinator: develop strategies to promote the club/association; identify market segments for participants, members and spectators.
Sports program officer: coordinate and assist with the management of sports club activities and facilities; developing programs and activities to help grow athlete participation.
Health promotion officer: plan and coordinate health promotion programs for various community groups.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
Recent secondary education:
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent and
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
or
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognized higher education program at a recognized higher education institution
or
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Diploma level or above
or
Work and life experience
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
English language requirements:
IELTS score of 6.5; TOEFL iBT score of 79 with no band less than 20; TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) score of 577 with TWE of 5.0; Cambridge CAE/CPE score of 177; Pearson’s test of English (Academic) (PTE) score of 58 with no communicative score less than 58; CELUSA score of AE5.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of South Australia is a globally connected and engaged university with industry-informed teaching and research that is inventive and adventurous. Ranked in the world’s top 50 under 50^ and with 100% of assessed research rated at or above world-class*, the University is young, innovative and offers students the chance to gain real-world experience.Focused on life beyond the classroom, the University of South Australia offers a practical approach to teaching and learning. Degrees are designed in partnership with industry, giving students opportunities to gain the latest insights and trends and ensuring they graduate career ready.^Ranked in the World’s Top 50 Under 50 – Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50 and Ranked #46, 2022 THE Young University Rankings*2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA), 4-digit Fields of Research