Question 1

What online sports courses are available?

Accepted Answer

Online sports courses are diverse and can lead to the full range of career pathways in sport. Find your interest, then have a look at the courses we recommend.

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help athletes and other people recover from sports injuries	exercise rehabilitation courses and physiotherapy courses.
help athletes optimise their performance	exercise and sport science courses
work in community sport and help people stay fit	sport development courses
train athletes to reach their peak	coaching courses and sports psychology courses
work in the business-side of sport	sport management courses
use data science and tech to help sports teams and athletes improve their performance	sports analytics courses
help athletes and other people optimise their diets for better performance	sports nutrition courses

Question 2

What jobs can you get with a degree in sports?

Accepted Answer

A degree in sports will allow you to explore a range of careers, including:

sports scientist
performance analyst
strength and conditioning coach
exercise physiologist or exercise coordinator
biomechanist
athlete manager
sports agent
athletic trainer
sports nutritionist or dietitian
sport development coordinator

Question 3

Why should I study sports at university?

Accepted Answer

You should study sports at university because through research and technology, we know so much more about the link between nutrition, fitness, strength, psychology and performance. Choosing an interest area and specialising in it at university will set you up for the best possible career growth.

Question 4

Why should I study a sports course online?

Accepted Answer

Studying a sports course online is great if you’re looking for flexibility in your schedule. You’ll be able to continue working and fulfilling family commitments while doing your coursework.

Through Open Universities Australia, you can enrol in sports courses at all levels—diplomas, undergraduate certificates, associate degrees, bachelor degrees, graduate certificates, graduate diplomas and master degrees.

Open Universities Australia even offers courses from Australia’s no.1 sports science university (and world’s no.2)—The University of Queensland.

Question 5

Why should I study online through Open Universities Australia?

Accepted Answer

There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.

You can enrol without entry requirements
We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.
You have total control over how you study
Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.
You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student
Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.
We’ll help you navigate the university world
Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Question 6

I’m an elite athlete. Can you help me find a course to prepare for a career outside of sport?

Accepted Answer

Of course we can! Whether you’re interested in transitioning into a sport-adjacent career (such as the ones mentioned above) or something completely different, our friendly student advisors are happy to chat.

Because studying online is so flexible, you’ll be able to continue with training and part-time work while you study.

Additionally, Open Universities Australia partners with the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) to offer study scholarships as well as education and career advice. Find out more about how we’re making studying easier for athletes like you!

Question 7

How do I know if I’m eligible to apply for a course?

Accepted Answer

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course through open-entry subjects, which anyone can study.

Chat with us to find out more.

Question 8

How do I enrol?

Accepted Answer

Here at Open Universities Australia, we make enrolling online as straightforward as possible. To get started, find the course for you by browsing the options on this page. You can also compare different qualifications using our handy comparison tool, or request help from one of our student advisors.

When you’ve made your choice, click ‘Apply now’ on the relevant course page and follow the prompts to begin your enrolment. We’ll ask you to supply some supporting documentation, including proof of your identity, your tax file number, and a unique student identifier (USI) during this process.

Your university will get in touch with you via email to confirm whether or not your application has been successful.

Please note that enquiries and applications for some courses are handled directly by the university. If this is the case, it will be indicated on the course listing page.

For more information about enrolment, read our online self-service enrolling instructions. If you get stuck at any time, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.

Sports courses

Introduction to Sports