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7 Best Sports & Recreation Programs in Australia

7 Sports & Recreation courses are taught at 3 universities in Australia, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Western Sydney University, James Cook University of North Queensland and Bond University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Bachelor's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Exercise Science

Western Sydney University — The Bachelor of Exercise Science at the University of Western Sydney offers a comprehensive exploration into the fields of fitness, health, and exercise. This program pro...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation
3Bachelor's Degree
WS Western Sydney University logo
QS World #400 #23 in Australia Australia

Bachelor of Exercise Science

Western Sydney University — The Bachelor of Exercise Science at Western Sydney University provides a comprehensive understanding of the science behind physical activity, health, and exercise. The cu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Exercise Science
6Bachelor's Degree
BU Bond University logo
QS World #587 #30 in Australia Australia

BACHELOR OF EXERCISE AND SPORTS SCIENCE

Bond University — The Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science at Bond University is designed to equip students with a robust understanding of the human body's movement, the principles of e...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Sports & Recreation

How these courses are ranked

3 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #400 (Western Sydney University) to #587 (Bond University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. James Cook University of North Queensland has the largest research record in this group, with 3,735,226 citations and an h-index of 575.

Inside the course list

Within the subject, the largest areas are Sports & Recreation (6) and Exercise Science (1). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Fall (71% of courses with a stated intake). Western Sydney University offers the widest choice, with 3 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in Australia for Sports & Recreation?

Western Sydney University (QS World #400), James Cook University of North Queensland (QS World #440) and Bond University (QS World #587) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Sports & Recreation course take in Australia?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Sports & Recreation courses start in Australia?

Spring is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Fall is the second.

Which university has the most Sports & Recreation courses in Australia?

Western Sydney University, with 3, ahead of James Cook University of North Queensland (2).

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