Bachelor of Sport Studies (Honours) at University of Canberra

Become outstanding in a field of sports professionals

If you’re serious about forging a career as an exercise professional , then the UC Bachelor of Sports Studies (Honours) is your chance to fast-track your way to the big leagues while earning a globally recognised qualification along the way.

In this 1-year course you’ll get the support, encouragement, and advice on how to critically appraise research content; and then challenged to choose and research a sports, exercise or physical activity related thesis of your own.

In doing so, you will develop in-depth analytical skills, learn how to manage projects, improve both your scientific and media presentation skills and eventually present an academic document for peer review.

You will also get the opportunity to engage and network with a variety of professional experts and stakeholders from local and national industries.
The sport and exercise industry is by its very nature a highly competitive market. Make sure you stand out from the competition and score the perfect job once you graduate.

Study a UC Bachelor of Sport Studies (Honours) and you will:

• learn how to source and critically appraise research
•  write and produce a thesis on a research topic of your choice
• strengthen your knowledge and research skills through both supervised and independent study
• become proficient at project management and problem-solving
• improve your written and oral communication, and presentation skills
• be at the epicentre of sport and exercise decision making in Australia
• network with significant Sport and exercise researchers
• gain an internationally recognised qualification in less than a year
• obtain a direct pathway for those wishing to pursue a Ph.D.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

WIL is a vital component of the UC experience as it offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build industry relationships while they study at UC.

Although the UC Bachelor of Sport Studies (honours) course does not offer direct placements, students will still have the chance to attend and work on research workshops and presentations at UC and onsite with our industry partners.

These visits can often lead to invitations to assist with day-to-day work and the chance to get involved in various projects as part of their research.

This course also benefits from the university’s close relationship with the Australian Institute of Sport which means UC students have the unique opportunity to network and build essential industry relationships while they study.

Career opportunities

A range of careers opportunities exists for UC Bachelor of Sport Studies (Honours) graduates in both national and international sporting arenas as well as within local, national and regional government organisations. Also, successful completion of a research thesis offers the unique opportunity to have your work acknowledge at an industry level and thus increases the potential to raise your profile to an even higher level.

Career options could include:

• Coach
• Sport Director
• Sport Scientist
• Exercise Scientist
• Sports Development Officer
• Researcher

This course offers a highly transferrable qualification that can progress into a variety of future career and study options. UC Alumni have gone on to become academic lecturers, sport scientists, entrepreneurs and business owners.