Take a different view of sport, activity and leisure from sociological, historical, economic and psychological perspectives.
You'll understand the role and importance of sport, and how different social factors can influence motivation and participation.
Courses cover the history and sociology of sport, as well as biophysical understandings of bodies, health and nutrition.
Graduates can find roles in social policy, journalism, management, marketing, planning and development, education, coaching, and psychology.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Recreation coordinator
- Sports administrator
- Sports journalist
- Venue operations officer
- Sports and events manager
- Sports development officer
- Sports centre manager
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13 January - 13 January
Institute of Modern Languages High School Enrichment Program
7 April
International Baccalaureate Research Skills Program
30 June
Queensland Biology Winter School, Year 11
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Overseas study
- Workshops
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- From Bradman to Freeman: Mythic Qualities of Australian Sport
- Biophysical Development, Measurement and Assessment
- Physical Activity & Health
- From Playground to Podium: Critical Analysis of Sporting Issues
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