Bachelor of Sport Development

2021 Deakin University Handbook

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Year	2021 course information
Award granted	Bachelor of Sport Development
Course Map	This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2021. Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central.
Campus	Offered at Burwood (Melbourne)
Cloud Campus	No
Duration	3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
CRICOS course code	058665B Burwood (Melbourne)
Deakin course code	M320
Approval status	This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework.
Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition	The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 7.

Course sub-headings

Course overview

With Deakin's Bachelor of Sport Development, you'll examine the science of coaching as well as the practical methods of encouraging health and wellbeing through participation and performance in sport. Explore sport pathways and coaching, as well as the marketing and management of sport in ways that impact the health and wellbeing of communities, and turn your lifelong passion into a rewarding career.

Deakin is the 9th-ranked university in the world for sport-related subjects^{^}, largely due to our leading academics, industry connections, facilities and practical approach to learning. State-of-the-art sports precincts combined with a long list of sports partners – including the Geelong Football Club, Netball Australia and the AIS – mean you’ll be studying in elite environments, on and off campus. Plus, with over 200 hours of work placement, you can work alongside established professionals in sport, while building industry skills that prepare you for your future career.

Want to make a difference to the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities through sport?

If you're considering a degree in sport development, sport has likely been a positive force in your life. With a Bachelor of Sport Development, you can enter a career that’s all about ensuring current and future generations experience the benefits of sport, just like you. You'll develop sport programs that improve health and social outcomes, and harness sport’s capacity to bring people together in times of need. In particular, you’ll learn how sport can be used as a powerful tool to rebuild and re-energise communities that have suffered inequality or social challenges. These are skills that will be especially sought-after in a post-COVID-19 landscape.

The study areas you’ll cover are relevant to the needs of the industry and give you a deep understanding of:

sport systems
programs and pathways
contemporary health and community development approaches
the organisation, management and governance of sport organisations.

Leaning towards a career that takes you out of the stands and onto the field? The course also trains you in skills related to athlete development and on-field performance. Get practical experience developing coaching programs and sport development philosophies, and discover what it takes to prepare individuals and teams for sport.

Your studies will be enriched with real-world experience and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to apply your skills outside of the classroom.

Study in state-of-the-art sport facilities – Deakin is home to an elite sports precinct, professional equipment and labs that provide authentic training environments.
Graduate job-ready with 200 hours of industry experience – get a taste of your future career on placement and work on development programs alongside established professionals.
Leverage our industry partnerships to secure exciting internships – we have a network of over 150 industry connections, including the Geelong Cats, Netball Australia, Nike Australia, the Melbourne Boomers and Cricket Victoria.
Go on an international study tour – join our leading sport academics on a study tour and connect with global organisations like the Indian Premier League.

Indicative student workload

As a student in the Faculty of Business and Law, you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

Professional recognition

Deakin Business School is in the top 1% of business schools globally by holding both AACSB and EQUIS accreditations. These prestigious accreditations are awarded to business schools that meet strict standards of quality, academic and professional excellence, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing improvement and innovation in their courses, ensuring our graduates are employable worldwide.

Career opportunities

This course will prepare you for roles in coaching, the leisure industry, and sports science and in the field of community sports development.

Career opportunities include:

community sports development officer
high performance manager
player agent
professional sports association official
recreation officer
sports coach
sports development officer
sports governance official
sports policy officer.

Participation requirements

Units in this course may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.

Placement can occur at any time, including during the standard holiday breaks listed here: https://www.deakin.edu.au/courses/key-dates.

Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.

Mandatory student checks

Units which contain work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, working with children check or other check. These requirements will be detailed in unit guides upon enrolment.

Fees and charges

Fees and charges vary depending on your course, the type of fee place you hold, your commencement year and your study load. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website or our handy Fee estimator to help estimate your tuition fees.

Course Learning Outcomes

Graduate Learning Outcome	Course Learning Outcome
Discipline specific knowledge and capabilities	Demonstrate core knowledge of the distinction between the development of and through sport by analysis and application of theory in sport development, coaching, and allied disciplines in order to provide effective management in the development and delivery of sport
Communication	Develop written, oral and visual communication skills around complex concepts for diverse stakeholders with interests in sport development and coaching including organisations in government and corporate sectors, and those involved in delivery of sport at community through to elite settings
Digital literacy	Select and use a range of digital technologies in appropriate ways to manage and disseminate relevant information to stakeholders engaged in sport development and coaching
Critical thinking	Demonstrate the ability to exercise reasoned judgement and reflection in relation to managing sport development and coaching
Problem solving	Identify and address issues, formulate solutions related to the development and design of sport policy, systems, pathways and practices to implement efficient strategic and operational outcomes for enhancing the development of and through sport
Self management	Demonstrate skills to work independently and take responsibility for continuing professional development
Teamwork	Constructively engage in teams to contribute to collaborative outcomes and be able to take on roles towards demonstration of sound management of sport development and coaching
Global citizenship	Engage as a professional in the sport industry with the skills that are applicable to a variety of contexts (sport science, coaching, sport management) and issues (global, social, ethical, cultural) in the development of and through sport

Course rules

To complete the Bachelor of Sport Development, students must attain a total of 24 core units (12 units from Business and Law and 12 units from Health) plus completion of the 0-credit point module, MAI010 Academic Integrity Module and unit, HSE010 Exercise and Sport Laboratory Safety. Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake 2 trimesters each year.

To complete the course you must include:-

completion of MAI010 Academic Integrity Module (0-credit-point compulsory module)
completion of HSE010 Exercise and Sport Laboratory Safety (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
3 credit points of Foundation for Sport Development units
7 credit points of Sport Organisation Development units
6 credit points of Coaching units
6 credit points of Community Development units
2 credit points of Practicum units

Course structure

Compulsory 0-credit point units

To be completed in the first trimester of study:

MAI010

Academic Integrity Module

HSE010

Exercise and Sport Laboratory Safety

Core Units

Foundation for Sport Development units:

MMM111

Intrapersonal Skills

MMS100

Sport Organisation

MMS201

Sport in Society

Sport Organisation Development units:

MAA104

Financial Literacy

MMK101

Marketing Fundamentals

MMM240

Organisational Behaviour

MMS307

Sport Facility and Event Management

MMS308

Sport Marketing

MMS313

Sport Leadership and Governance

MMS314

Planning for Sport Policy and Development

Coaching units:

HSE103

Essentials of Exercise Delivery

HSE105

Principles of Sport Coaching

HSE204

Motor Learning and Development

HSE205

Advanced Sport Coaching Theory and Practice

HSE305

Issues in Sport Coaching

MMS202

Managing High Performance Sport

Community Development units:

HSE111

Physical Activity and Exercise for Health

HSE112

Pathways in the Physical Activity, Exercise and Health Industry

HSE212

Physical Activity Promotion and Evaluation

HSE213

Children's Physical Activity and Sport

HSE316

Physical Activity and Population Health

HSE332

Global Perspectives in Physical Activity and Exercise for Health

Practicum units:

HSE321

Sport Coaching and Development Practicum

MMS306

Sport Management Practicum

Work experience

Elective units may provide the opportunity for Work Integrated Learning experiences.

More information: WIL Programs

Other course information

Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.

Further information

Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.

Contact Student Central