Experience the synergy of sport science and the business of sporting organisations with Deakin's Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science/Bachelor of Business (Sport Management). Gain the skills to improve the sporting performance and health of athletes and teams, as well as the expertise to become a professional leader in exercise and sport science in areas from strength and conditioning, to physiology.

Want to learn the science behind elite performance and influence the business of sport?

With this combined course, you will gain unique knowledge and skills in managing organisations that support sports and events within disciplines such as:

• athlete management
• equipment/merchandising
• finance
• marketing
• promotion
• sponsorship

At the same time, you will focus your expertise on sport science and elite performance. The nationally recognised Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science is the field leader in Victoria and focuses on areas like:

• behavioural aspects of sport and exercise
• exercise physiology
• human growth and ageing
• improved performance
• motor learning and development.

Learning from teachers who are active in the industry means your classroom becomes a hub of the latest ideas, approaches and techniques. As well as classroom-based learning, you will undertake at least 220 hours of fieldwork experience in exercise and sport science settings through the Exercise Programming, and Exercise and Sports Practicum units, plus 100 or more hours with a host sporting organisation in the Sport Management Practicum unit.

This extensive practical experience gives you the expertise to pursue opportunities varying from traditional sport, exercise and coaching occupations to well-established sports administration, management, governance and development roles.

With this combined degree, you will be equipped to provide professional leadership in the field and contribute to the development of the Australian sporting industry. Career opportunities may include:

• business development manager
• exercise scientist
• player manager/agent
• recreation officer
• sports administrator
• elite coach
• strength and conditioning coach
• sports development officer
• sports event manager.