Bachelor of Sport Development (Honours)
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    Bachelor of Sport Development (Honours)

    Griffith University
    Griffith University
    Australia
    Australia, Southport
    University Rank:#255
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 28,617 / Year
    Next IntakeJuly 1, 2026

    Bachelor of Sport Development (Honours)

    About

    BUILD A BODY OF RESEARCH.

    Following on from the Bachelor of Sport Development, this Honours degree allows you to undertake advanced study and supervised research work. You'll delve deeper into the specialisation you've chosen and work within a team of other like-minded students and academics to further your research.

    Industry and expert connections

    We've designed this Honours degree to give you the teamwork skills required for further research. You'll share lessons and seminar experiences across multiple disciplines, equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand complex problems in public health, sports, recreation and many other areas.

    Graduate outcomes

    The enhanced research skills developed within this program are of particular interest to future employers in the public or private sector. You'll also have the right background for entry into a higher degree research program as this Honours degree is the perfect platform for a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

    Flexibility

    Tailor your timetable - Even if you study full-time on-campus, you may still be able to customise your degree to suit your needs. From a range of tutorial times to online access to lectures and other course material, we're here to help you fit study in with your work and life commitments.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    The University's Admission Policy will apply.

    To be eligible for admission to this Honours program, consideration will be given to the following criteria:

    • successful completion of the Bachelor of Sport Development or an equivalent qualification
    • a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 5.0 over the second and third year of the Bachelor degree
    • the preparedness of the applicant to undertake the degree in terms of the elapsed time since the prospective candidate qualified for the award of a bachelor degree and the academic preparation provided by the bachelor degree for the candidate's proposed dissertation topic.

    The Program Director will take the following into consideration when assessing applications for admission:

    • the suitability of the proposed dissertation topic; and
    • the resources available to support the candidature including availability of appropriate supervision.

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

    English test results must be no more than two years old.

    Applicants should refer to the following University procedure for further information:

    International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

    The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

    If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches:

    Career

    Key employment sectors*

    • Arts and Recreation Services
      • Community sport and recreation
      • Amateur and professional sporting organisations
      • Sport and recreation centres
      • State sporting organisations
    • Education and Training
      • Elite athlete development
    • Public Administration and Safety
    • Administrative and Support Services
    • Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
      • Research organisations

    Potential job outcomes

    • High-end researcher
    • Health promotion officer
    • Development officer
    • Sport marketing manager
    • Sport media officer
    • Sport program manager

    *Source: Australian Government Job Outlook.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    28,617 / year

    Bachelor of Sport Development (Honours)

    Griffith University

    Griffith University

    Australia

    Australia, Southport

    Go to Official Website