Sport Planning in Local Communities

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
SPOR 3002
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Course ID
200251
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
Management
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Course level
3
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
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Single course enrolment
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Note:
Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

Focusing on application of data analytics, the course enables students to gain a deeper understanding of how local government plans sport and recreation opportunities for their communities.

Course learning outcomes

  • Differentiate and critically assess the relevant data sources which supply information pertaining to Australian society, such as the Census, Sport and Physical Activity Surveys etc
  • Critically evaluate the difficulties inherent in public provision of a non-mandated service
  • Recognise and appraise a variety of planning tools such as maps, aerial photographs, GIS
  • Evaluate the available planning methodologies against criteria such as equity, ethics, accountability, efficiency and effectiveness
  • Critically assess the different international approaches to sport planning

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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