Bachelor of Sport Development

This is your opportunity to turn your passion for sport into your profession - one with strong employment prospects. Taught on the Gold Coast in world-class facilities, this degree lets you learn the ins and outs of sport development and how to design, deliver and manage recreation activities for the broader community. Four main areas of study make up this degree: sport science, sport management and marketing, health promotion and sports coaching. You'll also study the specialist field of community development through sport which is all about increasing participation in sport through the design of sport systems and pathways to attract, retain and nurture participants.

Areas of study

Sports coaching, officiating and instruction.

Career opportunities

You’ll be prepared for a career in a wide range of community sport and recreation areas, including health promotion and sport development in amateur and professional sporting organisations, as well as elite athlete development. You’ll also be qualified to work in sport and recreation centres and resorts, national and state sporting organisations, event management and sport marketing media.

Practical experience

Visit the Griffith University website for professional practice requirements.

Fees and charges

Refer to Griffith University current fee information.