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Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science / Bachelor of Business (Sport Management)

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science / Bachelor of Business (Sport Management)

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COURSE DESCRIPTION

Join the #1 sport science school in the world and learn from expert teachers in world-class facilities with Deakin’s Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/Bachelor of Business (Sport Management). Offering an accredited pathway for you to be eligible to register and practise as an Accredited Exercise Scientist with Exercise and Sports Science Australia; you will become a professional leader in exercise and sport science, with business knowledge to manage sporting organisations and events.

Studying exercise and sport science enables you to develop the skills to apply exercise and sport science principles to improve the performance, health and participation of individuals, athletes and teams. Studying sport management teaches you about the business of sport, including sport systems, finance, marketing, management and law. Plus, complete a minimum of 320 hours of practical experience. Be ready to broaden your career options and your understanding of wider sport contexts.

Want to learn the science behind elite performance and influence the business of sport?

With this combined course, you will gain unique knowledge and skills in managing organisations that support sports and events within disciplines such as:

athlete management

equipment/merchandising

finance

marketing

promotion

sponsorship.

At the same time, you will focus your expertise on exercise and sport science and peak performance. The nationally recognised Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is the field leader in Victoria and focuses on areas like:

behavioural aspects of sport and exercise

exercise physiology

human growth and ageing

improved performance

motor learning and development.

Learning from teachers who are active in the industry means your classroom becomes a hub of the latest ideas, approaches and techniques. As well as classroom-based learning, you will undertake at least 220 hours of fieldwork experience in real-world settings through the Exercise Programming and Exercise and Sports Practicum units, plus 100 or more hours with a host sporting organisation in the Sport Management Practicum unit.

This extensive practical experience gives you the expertise to pursue opportunities varying from sport, exercise and coaching occupations, to sports administration, management, governance and development roles.

Career outcomes

Unlock career opportunities beyond the field. With this combined degree, you will be equipped to provide professional leadership across a range of areas, helping to shape the future of the Australian sporting industry. Career opportunities may include:

business development manager

exercise scientist

player manager/agent

recreation officer

sports administrator

elite coach

strength and conditioning coach

sports development officer

sports event manager.

Students wanting to pursue further study in exercise and sport science may consider applying for Deakin’s:

Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science (Honours)

Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Master of Applied Sport Science.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION

Deakin University is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU).  It is a global leader in many areas of study including accounting and finance, business, engineering, education, nursing, sport science, and sport management. It is known for its industry-based learning, with all degrees offering the opportunity for work placements. Deakin has four campuses across the state of Victoria, offering high-quality teaching and first-rate facilities.  Our students love studying here – that is why Deakin University has been ranked #1 for course and student satisfaction in Victoria for 13 years (Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2022 (GOS)).

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Deakin University is ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide (ARWU).  It is a global leader in many areas of study including accounting and finance, business, engineering, education, nursing, sport science, and sport management. It is known for its industry-based learning, with all degrees offering the opportunity for work placements. Deakin has four campuses across the state of Victoria, offering high-quality teaching and first-rate facilities.  Our students love studying here – that is why Deakin University has been ranked #1 for course and student satisfaction in Victoria for 13 years (Australian Graduate Survey 2010–2015, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2016–2022 (GOS)).

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