
Griffith University
Bachelor of Sport Development
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis 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.
You'll gain intensive knowledge of both the academic and applied aspects of sport, health and fitness. You'll also complete the kind of studies industry have told us are key - physiology, biomechanics, sport psychology, sociology, sports management, sport policy, fitness and sports coaching. You'll also complete an 80-hour internship with an industry expert, letting you put your skills and knowledge into practice in an authentic environment.
As part of your degree, you can experience several industry placements with experts in the field, letting you put your skills and knowledge into practice in an authentic environment.
Delivery mode
Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Parklands Dr, Southport
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
QTAC application information
Assumed Knowledge
- Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C);
- One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or General Mathematics or Mathematical Methods (Units 3 and 4, C)
UAC application information (for NSW and ACT applicants)
Assumed Knowledge
- Any two units of English (Band 3); One of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics Standard 2 or Mathematics Advanced
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Sport Development will prepare you for the following roles.
Sport and Recreation Officer
A Sport and Recreation Officer coordinates activities, events and programs within the community. You might organise events for the general public o...
Sports Coach
A Sports Coach provides training to athletes or teams of all abilities. You might be working with professional athletes or children who are learnin...
Community Engagement Coordinator
A Community Engagement Coordinator develops strategies to foster relationships between organisations and the community. You might work with non-pro...
Sports Coordinator
A Sports Coordinator organises and manages sports activities and programmes for schools, clubs, or community organisations. You might work in educa...
Sports Development Officer
A Sports Development Officer promotes participation in a particular sport or activity. You might conduct sessions for the community to attend or wo...
About Griffith University
With social responsibility at the heart of everything we teach, our pursuit of excellence goes beyond the purely academic—to us, being truly great means truly doing good.
In all we do, we strive to create positive, meaningful change in the lives of our students, their families and friends, and society at large.
At Griffith, we believe education is for everyone. No matter their background, we strive to provide the absolute best support to help our students reach their potential. We deliver unique opportunities, made possible through our rich and varied industry partnerships, so that they can access world-class experiences and rewarding careers.