Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sports Science)/Bachelor of Commerce (Sport Business)
Course code W31
The double degree includes concurrent study in the disciplines of Exercise and Sports Science, and Sport Business, and is ideal for those students seeking to work in management positions within sport industries.
The course is designed for students who wish to gain a comprehensive understanding of sport through both the business and management of sport organisations, as well as the science underpinning exercise for health and sporting performance. The Exercise & Sports Science core degree equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to specialise in the design, implementation and evaluation of programs spanning from improving general health and well-being to enhancing sport performance in elite athletes. The course commences with the study of the human body and focuses on the application to exercise and sport including; exercise physiology, exercise and sports psychology, biomechanics, motor learning and control and strength and conditioning. The Sports Business core degree equips students with the knowledge and practical skills required to function as professionals and industry leaders in contemporary sport agencies and organisations, as well as managing their own sport business. The course commences with an introduction to the sport industry and the application of key business principles and practices including; accounting, marketing, business analytics, sport delivery systems, strategic and human resource management, funding and finance, legal aspects, sport venue and event management, and sport business planning.
Entry requirements
70 Indicative ATAR
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
W31
Fees
Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $10,750
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT PT | FT PT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online |
See Course Details for further information.
Entry requirements
ECU admission and English language requirements apply.
See Course Entry for further information.
Course code
W31
CRICOS code
097272G
Fees
International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee AUD $32,800
See Fees and Scholarships for further information.
Availability & Campus
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Joondalup | FT | FT |
| Mount Lawley | ||
| South West | ||
| Online |
See Course Details for further information.
Course Entry
Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.
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All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
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English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal Student Intake Test;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.
Course Details
Choose student typeSemester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup
Semester availability
Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup
Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| MHS1101 | Anatomy and Physiology 1 | 15 |
| SPS1530 | Lifespan Growth and Development | 15 |
| SBL1100 | Foundations of Business | 15 |
| SPM2112 | Sport Delivery Systems | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPS1111 | Foundations of Fitness and Training | 15 |
| MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
| SBL1300 | Business Environments & Markets | 15 |
| SPM2111 | Sport Organisation Management | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPS2505 | Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| NUT1121 | Human Nutrition | 15 |
| SBL1600 | Business Identity and Protocols | 15 |
| SPM1102 | Sport and Recreation Leadership and Programming | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPS1502 | Biomechanics | 15 |
| SPS2516 | Motor Learning and Control | 15 |
| SBL1400 | Introduction to Business Analytics | 15 |
| SPM2510 | Marketing and Communications for Sport and Events | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS1217 | Functional Anatomy | 15 |
| SPS2203 | Principles and Practices of Resistance Training | 15 |
| ACC1100 | Accounting I | 15 |
| SPM2104 | Managing Recreation Services and Facilities | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS3111 | Physical Activity and Health | 15 |
| MAT2107 | Statistical Research Methods | 15 |
| SPS2524 | Exercise Delivery | 15 |
| ECF1110 | Economics I | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2622 | Psychology of Sport, Exercise and Health | 15 |
| SPS3112 | Exercise and Sports Science Practicum | 15 |
| SPM3655 | Sport and Events Funding and Finance | 15 |
| SPM3113 | Sport and Leisure Law | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
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| SPM3221 | Sport Business Planning | 15 |
| SPM3114 | Sport Venues and Events | 15 |
| Select one unit from: | ||
| FBL3501 | Business Practicum | 15 |
| SBL3500 | Integrated Business Application | 15 |
| Select one unit from: | ||
| SPS3105 ^ | Advanced Resistance Training | 15 |
| SPS3502 ^ | Advanced Biomechanics | 15 |
| SPS3505 ^ | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| SPS3516 ^ | Advanced Motor Learning and Control | 15 |
| SPS3601 ^ | Advanced Social Psychology of Exercise and Sport | 15 |
^ Core Option
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For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Semester timetable.
Student handbookMajors you can study in this course
Course notes
Important course notes
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ECU Southwest Students: The first year of the W31 Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sport Science)/Bachelor of Commerce (Sports Business) can be completed at the Bunbury campus (four Exercise and Sports Science units are delivered at the Bunbury campus and four Sports Business units are delivered on-line). The remaining 12 Exercise and Sports Science units must be completed at the Joondalup campus. The remaining 12 Sports Business units can be completed either at the Joondalup campus or on-line.
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SPM1102: Students will undertake a 20 hour work placement in a not-for-profit, incorporated sport organisation/club.
Attendance requirements
Students are required to complete 20 hours at their host organisation. These hours may be outside normal university hours.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Some organisations may require clearances, screenings and certificates, and will liaise directly with students regarding any requirements.
Professional practice rules
Students are provided with a Student Placement guide which details the expected behaviour and conduct while working in the host organisation.
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SPM2104: Students will undertake a 25 hour work placement in a staffed, recreation facility setting.
Attendance requirements
Students are required to complete 25 hours at their host organisation. These hours may be outside normal university hours.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Some organisations may require clearances, screenings and certificates, and will liaise directly with students regarding any requirements.
Professional practice rules
Students are provided with a Student Placement guide which details the expected behaviour and conduct while working in the host organisation.
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FBL3501: Students will complete between 100 and 150 hours of work experience within a public, private or not-for-profit organisation.
Attendance requirements
Students will complete between 100 and 150 hours in a host organisation. These hours may be outside normal university hours.
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Some organisations may require clearances, screenings and certificates, and will liaise directly with students regarding any requirements.
Professional practice rules
Students are provided with a Student Placement guide which details the expected behaviour and conduct while working in the host organisation.
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SPS3112 Exercise and Sports Science Practicum: Students are required to undertake a 140 hour work placement in an exercise and sports science related industry SPS2524 Exercise Delivery: Students are required to undertake 30 hours during an internal practicum
Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required
Prior to external placement, a risk management process must occur, including health and safety obligations, and a site visit (if practicable and reasonable). If an ongoing collaboration is approved by both parties, an official agreement contract is drafted between the University and the external agency. Prior to placement, students must submit evidence of a Working with Children Check (where necessary) and a Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certificate and First Aid.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply broad discipline knowledge to a range of exercise and sport science, and sport business theoretical and practical situations.
- Communicate exercise and sport science, and sport business knowledge, concepts and skills to diverse population groups.
- Demonstrate a global outlook in exercise and sport science, and sport business situations, showing sensitivity for diversity and impact, including Aboriginal cultural competence.
- Demonstrate appropriate social and ethical values by working cooperatively and collaboratively in exercise and sports science, and sport business settings.
- Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and initiative for own learning and professional practice in exercise and sports science and sport business settings.
- Think creatively to anticipate challenges and generate solutions in exercise and sport science, and sport business contexts.
- Think critically to analyse, interpret and solve complex exercise and sport science, and sport business situations.
- Use digital technologies and literacies to assess, evaluate and synthesise information from multiple sources.
Fees and Scholarships
Choose student typeAUD $10,750 *
* Commonwealth supported - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'Estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for the individual units you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
AUD $32,800 *
* International students - estimated 1st year indicative fee
The 'estimated 1st year indicative fee' is provided as a guide only, and has been calculated based on a typical enrolment of students undertaking the first year of this course. At ECU, you pay for each individual unit you enrol in, not an overall course fee, so the total cost of your course will vary, depending on what units you choose. An indicative fee will be provided with your course offer, however you can use our Course Fee Calculator to estimate the actual amount you’ll need to pay. ECU fees are adjusted annually.
Scholarships
ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.
Find a scholarshipCareer Opportunities
Potential career opportunities exist for managers within a range of global sport organisations and businesses, including the diverse areas of professional sport organisations, national and state sport associations, high performance sports centres, health and wellness case management, private exercise, fitness, sport and rehabilitation franchise operations, personal training businesses, and elite and high performance sport organisations.
Possible future job titles
Sport Business Owner/Manager, Sport Development Officer/Manager, Corporate Fitness Director, Physical Activity Coordinator, Player Welfare Manager, High Performance Manager, Health and Wellness Case Manager, Health and Fitness Centre Leader, Sports Coaching Director, Strength and Conditioning Coordinator
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