C10046v7 Bachelor of Management in Sport and Exercise

Overview

This course develops graduates who possess a sound knowledge of the biophysical, behavioural and sociocultural foundations of sport and exercise, combined with the management skills and knowledge increasingly necessary in sport and exercise professions.

Management skills and qualifications are increasingly necessary in the sport and exercise field. Graduates possess knowledge and skills in the management of sport and exercise experiences and in facilities and resources management.

Career options

Career options include corporate health and fitness manager, event manager, health and fitness consultant, sport development manager and sport facility manager.

Admission requirements

Non-current school leavers should submit a Personal Statement to UTS by 30 November 2009.

Assumed knowledge

Mathematics and any two units of English.

Recognition of prior learning

After admission, students may apply for recognition of prior learning in subjects in which they consider themselves eligible. Equivalence of subject matter is the main criterion for recognition of prior learning in a subject successfully completed at another institution.

Course duration and attendance

The Bachelor of Management in Sport and Exercise is taught on a full-time basis. The normal time for completion is three years. Students are required to attend some evening classes as part of their program of study.

The course is offered at Kuring-gai campus only.

Course structure

Students must complete 144 credit points comprising 24 subjects, made up of 20 core subjects and four elective subjects.

Electives can comprise an Event Management sub-major or may be chosen from a wide range of subjects offered by the School of Leisure, Sport and Tourism. Approval for electives outside the School of Leisure, Sport and Tourism should be sought from the undergraduate program director.

Industrial training/professional practice

The course has an extensive industry based internship program providing graduates with work ready professional skills.

Course completion requirements

Course program

A typical course program is shown below.

Honours

Other information

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