Bachelor of Sport Development
Western Sydney University
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About
Our one-of-a-kind Bachelor of Sport Development opens the door to a broad range of career opportunities in the delivery of sport and recreation programs. Study across a huge range of areas, including physical activity, exercise and health promotion, sport coaching, psychology, sport management, and capacity building through community projects.
Areas of study
Community development, health promotion, recreation, sport business administration, sport development, sport event management, sport marketing.
Career opportunities
Sport development officer, sport and recreation officer, community development officer, recreation program manager, sports administrator, sport and civic event coordinator.
Practical experience
Experiences are integrated into course subjects and involve health and physical activity, outdoor recreation, sports science and sports management. There is a capstone experience in the final year where students are linked to an industry partner to complete a work integrated learning project over the two semesters.
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Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English.
Recommended studies: Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), Business Studies, Economics.
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
Other applicants
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
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