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The Bachelor of Science (Exercise and Sport Science) / Bachelor of Commerce (Sport Business) 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 four year 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 the health, fitness, wellness and sport industries, and to operate their own businesses or franchises. The Bachelor of Science (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 wellbeing 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 training. The Bachelor of Commerce (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 for 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.
This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.
Students can choose to complete a 15-credit point work placement unit with the School of Business and Law as part of this course. The unit requires students to undertake a minimum of 100 hours of learning in a work setting. The 100 hours are typically completed on a part-time basis and students will undertake projects and tasks that are related to their major and/or course learning outcomes. Work placements will be secured through the SBL work-integrated learning team, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis.
Students must complete the relevant risk management documentation prescribed by the School of Business and Law WIL team, in accordance with ECU policy and procedures. Students should be aware of any work-related restrictions in their visa conditions, if applicable. They must also provide any documentation required by their host partner, including police clearances and immunisations. Required documentation is likely to vary across host organisations.
Students are required to attend host organisations to complete their learning in a work setting. Hours will be organised on an individual basis and host organisations may require students to attend after hours and on the weekends. In addition to their time in the work setting, students may be required to attend virtual and/or face-to-face sessions as instructed by the relevant Unit Coordinator in the School of Business and Law.
Enrolments into work placement units are by application only. Interested students should contact the School of Business and Law work-integrated Learning team on businessWIL@ecu.edu.au at least one semester prior to when they wish to commence their placement. Eligible students will be required to participate in a recruitment process which could involve submitting recruitment documents and attending an interview (virtual or face-to-face) with the SBL WIL team and prospective industry partners. Students should be aware that enrolment into the course does not guarantee entry into work placement units.
Students will be enrolled into SPM2111, SPM1102 and SBL3800
Students are expected to behave in a professional manner in their industry or community partner’s setting and adhere to the partner organisation and/or industry's Code of Conduct. They are also required to meet the requirements outlined in the School of Business and Law (SBL) WIL Guidelines for Students’. Host organisations are expected to the meet the requirements outlined in the SBL WIL Guidelines for Collaborators.
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
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.
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:
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.
Dr Caitlin FOX-HARDING
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SPS1111 | Foundations of Fitness and Training | 15 |
| MHS1102 | Anatomy and Physiology 2 | 15 |
| SBL1800 | Work and Career | 15 |
| SPM2111 | Sport Organisation Management | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2505 | Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| SPS1502 | Biomechanics | 15 |
| SBL1300 | Business Environments & Markets | 15 |
| SPM1102 | Sport and Recreation Leadership and Programming | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS2516 | Motor Learning and Control | 15 |
| SPS1217 | Functional Anatomy | 15 |
| SBL1200 | Accounting and Finance Essentials | 15 |
| SPM2510 | Marketing in Global Sport Business | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| NUT1121 | Human Nutrition | 15 |
| SPS2203 | Principles and Practices of Resistance Training | 15 |
| SBL1400 | Introduction to Business Analytics | 15 |
| SPM2104 | Managing Recreation Services and Facilities | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| MAT2107 | Statistical Research Methods | 15 |
| SPS2524 | Exercise Delivery | 15 |
| SPS2622 | Psychology of Exercise and Health Behaviour | 15 |
| SBL1500 | Ethics and Responsibility in Business | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPS3112 | Exercise and Sports Science Practicum | 15 |
| SPM3655 | Sport and Events Funding and Finance | 15 |
| SPM3113 | Sport and Leisure Law | 15 |
| SBL3800 | Professional Practice | 15 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| SPM3221 | Sport Business Planning | 15 |
| SPS3111 | Physical Activity and Health | 15 |
| SPM3114 | Sport Venues and Events | 15 |
| Select one (1) unit from SPS3333. SPS3105, SPS3505, SPS3502 | ||
| SPS3105 ^ | Advanced Resistance Training | 15 |
| SPS3502 ^ | Advanced Biomechanics | 15 |
| SPS3505 ^ | Advanced Exercise Physiology | 15 |
| SPS3333 ^ | Motor Behaviour | 15 |
^ Core Option
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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