Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Science (Sport Management)

Program  summary

Program title: Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Science (Sport Management)
Award abbreviation: BBus/BSc
QTAC code: 015101
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C; and at least one of the sciences
Fee type 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: SB302
CRICOS code: 063659B. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

The Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Science (Sport Management) is suitable for anyone who is interested in a career in the sport and leisure industry.

In this program you gain a sound knowledge of business and a background in sport and exercise science. Studies include sports marketing, management, human resources, anatomy, biomechanics, physiology, exercise prescription, sports medicine, and psychology. Graduates can manage sports clubs or associations; undertake public relations and sports promotion; obtain corporate sponsorship; or frame sports rules and structures in a club or association.

Career opportunities

Sports development management, facility management, sports marketing, sports promotion/public relations, sporting club/association management.

Professional recognition

Graduates may become members of the Australian Coaching Council; Australian Strength and Conditioning Association; Exercise and Sports Science Australia (with 150 hours of supervised practice).

Enquiries

• Contact Student Administration for application and admission information.
• Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering for program advice

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

• Complete 32 required courses as listed below.

Program notes

• Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
• Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
• As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
• Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
• When enrolling, please refer to the Study Plan. 

Program structure

Core courses (2)

Select 2 courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability

Introductory courses (11)

Required courses:
BUS101 Applied Research Methods
BUS102 Economics for Business
BUS103 Business Law and Ethics
BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS105 Marketing Theory and Practice
BUS106 Accounting for Business
BUS108 Introduction to Informatics
LFS103 Introductory Bioscience
LFS112 Human Physiology
LFS122 Human Anatomy
SPX102 Introduction to Coaching Science

Advanced courses (18)

Required courses:
BUS211 Strategic Management
BUS320 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
HRM210 Managing Human Resources
LFS201 Systemic Physiology I
MGT210 Project Management
MGT310 Small Business and New Venture Management
MKG210 Consumer Behaviour
MKG221 Sport and Event Marketing
SPX201 Functional Anatomy
SPX202 Biomechanics I
SPX211 Exercise Physiology I
SPX212 Exercise Prescription and Programming
SPX221 Introduction to Sports Medicine
SPX222 Sports Psychology
SPX231 Motor Control and Learning
TSM314 Event Management
WPL320 Work Place Learning II *

* This is a 24 credit unit course.

PLUS select 1 course from:
SPX322 Biomechanics II
SPX331 Exercise Physiology II

Study Plan

This Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Science (Sport Management) Study Plan is for students commencing in the current Semester.

Year 1

• One (1) core course:
  Core course should be studied in Semester 2
• Seven (7) required courses:
  BUS102, BUS103 and BUS104 should be studied in Semester 1
  BUS105 should be studied in Semester 2

Core course (1)

Select 1 core course from:

Required courses (7)

Year 2

• One (1) core course:
  Core course should be studied in Semester 2
• Seven (7) required courses:
  BUS101 and BUS106 should be studied in Semester 2

Core course (1)

Select 1 core course from:

Required courses (7)

Year 3

• Eight (8) required courses

Required courses (8)

Year 4

• Seven (7) required courses:
  WPL320** should be studied in Semester 1.
  Please seek advice from Faculty staff as to the various offerings of WPL320.
  BUS108 should be studied in Semester 2
  
• One (1) required elective course from specified list

Required courses (7)

Required elective course (1)

Please note: Students should seek advice from Faculty staff as to the various offerings of WPL320.

Why choose USC? 

It’s the best of both worlds. Students choose USC for its industry focused degrees, experienced academics, student support, overseas study opportunities and relaxed campus atmosphere.

Am I eligible for university study?

Find out what qualifications you need to apply for entry into your proposed study program. If you don’t have the required qualifications, there may be alternative pathways you can take to gain entry to USC.

If you have previously undertaken university or TAFE studies, you may be eligible for credit transfer. 

If English is not your first language, you need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. This requirement applies to all students intending to study at the University.

How do I submit an application?

• Current Year 12 students—regardless of whether you are OP-eligible or not—apply for university using the Twelve to Tertiary (TTT) application service on the QTAC website
• Non-school leavers use the Apply by Web (ABW) online application service on the QTAC website
• Postgraduate applicants apply directly to USC
• International students apply directly to USC International
• All other applicants

When should I apply?

Check if the program is offered in Semester 1 and / or Semester 2, then follow the deadlines on the application calendar. The academic calendar provides all the key dates you need to know as a student at USC.

What happens next?

Accept your offer with QTAC (if applicable) and USC, enrol in your classes and attend Orientation.

Where can I ask more questions?

If you have more questions about how to apply:

• Online: find answers to commonly asked questions in the Student FAQs
• Email: information@usc.edu.au
• Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
• In person: Student Central, Building C

If you have questions about your program:

• Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business

As a USC student, you will need to refer to your study plan to enrol in the appropriate courses each semester or session.

Find out more about how to enrol or follow these steps:

1. Check the open enrolment dates and the academic calendar for key dates
2. Refer to your Study Plan to plan your courses for the study period
3. Find your courses and decide on your classes in the class timetable
4. Log on to USC Central and enrol in courses and classes
5. Register your major or minor with your faculty (if applicable)
6. Apply for credit transfer or cross-institutional study (if applicable)
7. Pay required study fees by the fee due date

Useful links

• Getting Started Guide
• USC Central Guide
• Common enrolment problems
• Class timetables
• Academic Calendar
• Faculty major and minor offerings
• Student-related policies, plans and procedures
• Contact Student Administration

Where can I ask more questions?

If you have more questions about how to enrol:

• Online: Refer to the USC Central Guide
• Email: information@usc.edu.au
• Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
• In person: Student Central, Building C

If you have questions about your program:

• Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business