Bachelor of Sport Science (Human Movement)/Bachelor of Sport Management

On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Integrate conceptual understandings of strategic planning, operational management, fitness assessments, training and conditioning needs, program design, service delivery, performance evaluation, and relevant business and exercise science principles, with advanced specialist knowledge within the discipline of sport, exercise, and active recreation;
2. Critically analyse theoretical and technical knowledge in diverse contexts, and adapt and apply related skills to the effective management of sport and active recreation services and the professional delivery of exercise, fitness and conditioning programs;
3. Critically review and apply information with initiative and judgement in order to both anticipate and creatively solve problems related to the management and delivery of sport, exercise, and active recreation services in contemporary settings;
4. Exhibit professional judgement, ethical standards, and social sensitivity by adapting knowledge and managerial skills to make decisions, either individually or collaboratively, that provide inclusive, sustainable, and culturally relevant sport, exercise, and active recreation experiences;
5. Communicate a coherent and independent exposition of industry knowledge and operational skills in both oral and written form to a range of audiences;
6. Reflect on personal learning and skills in relation to career goals with a view to implementing creative strategies to promote lifelong learning, and establishing pathways for the attainment of further professional development and educational training;
7. Apply personal and interpersonal competencies, work-group skills, and leadership abilities to the effective management of sport and active recreation enterprises, and the professional delivery of exercise, fitness and conditioning programs. This will be done while also accommodating the divergent and complex cultures of Australia and other regions around the world; and
8. Contribute to the organisation and delivery of sport, exercise, and active recreation programs with personal accountability, integrity, and social responsibility for outcomes, and do it through dynamic 21st Century work-teams that use resources efficiently, provide high levels of participant satisfaction, and deliver widespread social utility.

Take advantage of our position as #7 in the world for sport science, thanks to our ground-breaking research, world-class facilities and partnerships with some of the world’s top sporting clubs.

Studying at VU means you’ll benefit from all of the opportunities that come with our elite status – learning from academics who are connected with top organisations, researching with national sporting bodies and accessing our cutting-edge sport-science equipment.

The College of Sport, Health and Engineering has a $68 million high-technology teaching and research facility at Footscray Park.

Our 29 new labs are fitted with the latest technology and equipment. They are used by professional sports team and community organisations. Facilities include biomechanics, biochemistry, and exercise physiology labs, and our Altitude Hotel.

Learn from expert staff, including researchers in the Institute for Health and Sport (IHES). Our research in sports science achieved ‘well above world standard’ in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) assessment.

We offer placement programs during your degree which give you invaluable work experience and industry contacts.

You’ll complete a compulsory 70-hour placement in second year and/or a 140-hour placement in the final year of your degree.

Placements are hosted by 350 different organisations in the following fields:

• sport and exercise science
• sport management
• sport coaching
• recreation
• outdoor education.

Our Career Development & Employability program is designed to help you choose your career direction, and to teach you to market yourself.

We have over 200 partnerships and affiliations with peak sporting bodies, professional and community sporting clubs, and public-health and education groups.

Partner organisations offer work placements and contacts within the industry.

They include these top sporting institutions:

• AFL
• Melbourne Storm
• Melbourne Rebels
• Hockey Victoria
• Cricket Victoria
• Western Bulldogs Football Club
• Coburg Football Club
• Western Jets Football Club
• Greyhound Racing Victoria
• Football Federation Victoria
• Richmond Football Club
• Victorian Institute of Sport.

Study this course via our award-winning VU Block Model®, where you complete one subject at a time over four weeks, rather than juggling several at once. 

Learning in workshop-style classes, you’ll develop strong connections with your peers and practical skills for your future career. 

You’ll also get fast feedback on your assignments, helping you to improve quickly as you progress through your course.

Learn more about the VU Block Model®