This double degree combines core curricula from Exercise Science and Business Administration. The Bachelor of Exercise Science core content provides an extensive knowledge base of how the human body works, from a psychological, anatomical, physiological, motor control and biomechanical perspective, with a specific focus on the role of exercise in health, well-being and performance.
The Bachelor of Business Administration prepares students for a career in business management. Through a broad range of business subjects students develop understanding of business management and how organisations work. Students gain knowledge in all areas of business management including: accounting, commercial law, finance, marketing, human resource management and business information systems. Students will learn how to grow a business through an understanding of markets and application of business marketing. This double degree will broaden graduates' career options as they combine skills and knowledge in exercise science with a comprehensive business background.
Careers
Our graduates have pursued careers in:
recreation or sporting clubs
physical activity planning for young people or the elderly
family and community services
the health and fitness industry
government agencies
state sporting associations
rehabilitation clinics
personal training
Further study
The Bachelor of Physical Activity and Health Science (Honours) and the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science (Honours) programs are available as an additional year to meritorious students, with a grade point average of 5.5, who wish to undertake an independent research project.