Experience the relationship between sport science and the business of sport with Deakin's Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/Bachelor of Business (Sport Management). Join the #1 sport science school in Australia and learn from expert teachers in world-class facilities. You will become a professional leader in exercise and sport science, with the business knowledge to manage sporting organisations and events.
Through your exercise and sport science degree, you'll develop the knowledge and skills to apply exercise and sport science principles to improve the performance, health and participation of individuals, athletes and teams. The Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) teaches you about the business of sport, including sport systems, finance, marketing, management and law. You'll graduate career-ready and with confidence, with a minimum of 320 hours of practical experience – giving you the competitive edge you need to succeed.
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 sport science and elite 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 traditional sport, exercise and coaching occupations, to sports administration, management, governance and development roles.