From August 2025 you can apply as a domestic student for entry to Adelaide University in 2026.
Applications for 2026 will be via SATAC for most undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs. A direct application process will be available for 100% online degrees at a later date. In the meantime, you could start your degree at UniSA or the University of Adelaide and continue at Adelaide University.
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To be eligible for admission, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate that they fulfill any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission:
Recent secondary education (Year 12)
- Completion of a secondary education qualification equivalent to the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
- Completion of an award from a registered training organisation (RTO) at Certificate IV (AQF level 4) or higher.
Higher education study
- Successful completion of at least 6 months full-time study (or equivalent part-time) of an undergraduate certificate (AQF level 5) or higher qualification at an Australian higher education institution.
Overseas qualifications considered by Adelaide University as equivalent to the above Australian qualifications may be accepted.
Work and life experience
- Completion of an Adelaide University approved enabling, pathway or bridging program; OR
- Achieved a pass result in the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT); OR
- Passed an Adelaide University online literacy and numeracy test AND have relevant work experience; OR
- Qualify for special entry
Applications for Australian students to study at Adelaide University will open in August 2025, to commence study in 2026.
Please note that entry requirements for this degree are provisional and subject to change.
Why Bachelor of Business?
Have you dreamt of managing top teams? Of turning your passion into a dynamic and rewarding career?
Kick career goals by managing sporting events and delivering the benefits of sport and recreation to local communities.
You will develop knowledge across essential business disciplines, including accounting, people management, marketing principles, strategic decision-making and business law. You’ll build a comprehensive understanding of sport, from recreation and grassroots environments to professional competitions and events.
Overview
Arm yourself to excel in sport management with an industry-informed business degree. Gain the skills needed to manage and coordinate major sporting events and community recreation.
You’ll build core knowledge across essential business disciplines including accounting, economics, people management, marketing, strategic decision-making, emerging technology and business law. You will develop the ‘power skills’ necessary to succeed in the industry and emerge as a creative, agile, and innovative professional.
Learning experiences across the degree are underpinned by genuine community and industry engagement. Real-world projects and case studies are woven into the curriculum, enhancing your employability. In your second- and third-year studies, you’ll engage in experiential learning through specialised sport practicums.
Key features
- Benefit from an industry-informed instruction in essential business knowledge.
- Connect with sporting clubs and sports management bodies through placements and internships.
- Undertake international exchange experiences through flexible electives.
- Build ‘power-skills’ and core business knowledge to future-proof your career.
- Access contemporary purpose-built on-campus and online learning spaces.
What you'll learn
You will study core courses across essential disciplines of business including accounting, economics, people management, marketing principles, strategic decision making and business law.
Develop an understanding of sport and recreation governance, structure and delivery, including income generation, volunteer management and the legislative frameworks underpinning such organisations. You will explore the importance of health in society, the role sport and recreation play in quality of life, and how local governments plan recreation opportunities for their communities.
You’ll delve into the commercial operations of sports organisations, examining their funding and management, and analyse sporting organisation leadership and governance frameworks.
Explore the athletic journey from grassroots participation to elite level sports, developing an understanding of the management requirement to facilitate this process.
You’ll unpack the digitalisation of sport. What is the role of social media? How is sport managed and analysed in the digital realm? Will e-sports change the game?
Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset by learning the necessary theory. Build your confidence to innovate and take calculated risks. Explore bias and power dynamics. Develop negotiation and mediation skills. You’ll be exposed to concepts of identity, diversity, equity and inclusion to foster cross-cultural skills.
In your second- and third-year studies, you’ll engage in Work Integrated Learning through specialised sports practicums.
Majors
Did you know that you can also choose a Bachelor of Business with a major in one of the following:
- Design and Marketing
- Human Resource Management
- International Business
- Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Strategy
- Marketing
- Marketing and Communications
- Project Management
- Real Estate
- Tourism, Events and Hospitality Management.
What courses you'll study
You're required to complete 144 units to complete your degree, across a mix of core courses, elective and work integrated learning. A list of indicative courses is provided below.
Complete 36 units for ALL of the following:
Course name | Course code | Units | |
---|---|---|---|
Accounting for Decision Makers | ACCT1000 | 6 | |
Marketing Principles | MARK1000 | 6 | |
Emerging Technologies, Data and Business Analytics | BAFI2000 | 6 | |
UG Common Core 1 | AUXX1000 | 6 | |
UG Common Core 2 | AUXX2000 | 6 | |
UG Common Core 3 | AUXX3000 | 6 |
Complete exactly 108 units from the following:
Course name | Course code | Units | |
---|---|---|---|
Business Law | BUSI1001 | 6 | |
Management, Organisations and Leadership | BUSI1002 | 6 | |
Disruptive Technologies in Business: AI Fundamentals, Blockchain Fundamentals and Cloud Fundamentals | BUSI1003 | 6 | |
Design Thinking | BUSI1004 | 6 | |
Triple Bottom Line & Innovation | BUSI1007 | 6 | |
Principles of Logistics and Supply Chain Management | BUSI1300 | 6 | |
Negotiation, Conflict Management and Resolution | BUSI2002 | 6 | |
Managing Decision Making, Communication and Organisational Practice | BUSI2004 | 6 | |
Innovation and Creativity | BUSI2005 | 6 | |
Enterprise Design and Venture Creation | BUSI2006 | 6 | |
WIL/ Profession | BUSI2900 | 6 | |
WIL / Profession | BUSI2901 | 6 | |
Managing Services | BUSI2300 | 6 | |
Supply Chain Intelligence and Analytics | BUSI2301 | 6 | |
Fundamentals of Procurement and Supply | BUSI2302 | 6 | |
Evaluation of Business Challenges and Value Case Development Using Technology-based Solutions | BUSI3001 | 6 | |
Business Value Case Development Using Digital Technologies and Innovation | BUSI3002 | 6 | |
Viable Product Development. Prototyping, Risk Analysis, and Scaling and Sustaining | BUSI3003 | 6 | |
Innovation Strategy and Systems | BUSI3004 | 6 | |
AI for Business transformation | BUSI3005 | 6 | |
Applied Creativity for Business | BUSI3006 | 0 | |
Organisational Leadership | BUSI3007 | 6 | |
Strategic Management | BUSI3013 | 6 | |
Integrated Supply Networks | BUSI3015 | 6 | |
Procurement for Strategic Advantage | BUSI3016 | 6 | |
Managing Sustainability in Supply Chains | BUSI3017 | 6 | |
Economics | ECON1001 | 6 | |
Computer Graphics and Imaging for Design | GRAP1014 | 6 | |
Design for Web | GRAP2013 | 6 | |
Design for Publication | GRAP2014 | 6 | |
Foundations of Human Resource Management | HRES1000 | 6 | |
Organisational Behaviour | HRES2000 | 6 | |
Employment Law | HRES2001 | 6 | |
Performance and Compensation Management | HRES2002 | 6 | |
Training and Development | HRES2004 | 6 | |
International and Comparative Human Resource Management | HRES2007 | 6 | |
Managing the Employment Relationship | HRES3000 | 6 | |
Recruitment and Selection | HRES3001 | 6 | |
Strategic Human Resource Management | HRES3002 | 6 | |
HR Analytics | HRES3003 | 6 | |
Managing Across Cultures | IBUS1000 | 6 | |
International Business Environment | IBUS2000 | 6 | |
International Business Operations | IBUS2001 | 6 | |
International Human Resource Management | IBUS2002 | 6 | |
International Business in the Asia-Pacific | IBUS2003 | 6 | |
SME Internationalisation | IBUS3001 | 6 | |
Corporate Responsibility for Global Business | IBUS3002 | 6 | |
Contemporary Issues in International Business | IBUS3003 | 6 | |
Managing Ethics and Values in the International Context | IBUS3004 | 6 | |
Consumer Behaviour | MARK1001 | 6 | |
Social Media Audiences and Algorithmic Cultures | MARK1002 | 6 | |
Key Concepts in Media and Communication | MARK1003 | 6 | |
Discovering Opportunities in Property | MARK1004 | 6 | |
Property Asset Management | MARK1006 | 6 | |
Marketing Analytics | MARK2000 | 6 | |
Advertising | MARK2001 | 6 | |
Research Methods | MARK2002 | 6 | |
Media Law, Policy and Ethics | MARK2003 | 6 | |
Creating Content for Media | MARK2101 | 6 | |
Promotional Culture | MARK2102 | 6 | |
Property Economics | MARK2200 | 6 | |
Market Research and Customer Insights | MARK3000 | 6 | |
Branding | MARK3001 | 6 | |
Distribution and Route to Market | MARK3002 | 6 | |
Digital Marketing | MARK3003 | 6 | |
Strategic Communication in Practice | MARK3004 | 6 | |
Marketing Planning | MARK3005 | 6 | |
Strategic Planning for Media and Communication | MARK3006 | 6 | |
Real Estate Practice | MARK3200 | 6 | |
Building Evaluation of Property | MARK3201 | 6 | |
Operations Management for Business | ENGI6000 | 6 | |
Property and Real Estate Law | LAWS2007 | 6 | |
Foundations of Project Management | PROJ1000 | 6 | |
Scheduling and Cost Management | PROJ1001 | 6 | |
Project Management Methodologies and Concepts | PROJ2002 | 6 | |
Systems Thinking and Projects | PROJ2003 | 6 | |
Industry Based Applications | PROJ2004 | 6 | |
Agile and Waterfall Methodologies, Data Visualisation, Business Case Creation and Design Thinking Approaches | PROJ2006 | 6 | |
Project Management | PROJ2007 | 6 | |
Project Management Professional Practice | PROJ3000 | 12 | |
Project Procurement and Resourcing | PROJ3001 | 6 | |
Project Management Research Study | PROJ3003 | 12 | |
Leadership in Stakeholder Management | PROJ3004 | 6 | |
Risk Assessment and Management | PROJ5004 | 6 | |
Fundamentals of Sport and Recreation | SPOR1000 | 6 | |
Sport Health and Wellbeing | SPOR2000 | 6 | |
Commercial Operations and Marketing in Sport | SPOR2001 | 6 | |
Sport in Contemporary Society | SPOR2002 | 6 | |
Managing in the Athletic Pathway | SPOR3001 | 6 | |
Sport Planning in Local Communities | SPOR3002 | 6 | |
Sport Management and Digitalisation | SPOR3003 | 6 | |
Sport Governance and Leadership | SPOR3004 | 6 | |
Fundamentals of Global Tourism and Hospitality | HOSP1000 | 6 | |
Foundations of Event Management | HOSP1001 | 6 | |
Managing Hospitality Operations | HOSP2001 | 6 | |
Experiential Product Design for Tourism, Events and Hospitality | HOSP2002 | 6 | |
Eventful Cities and Event Leveraging | HOSP3002 | 6 | |
Sustainable Tourism Destination Management | HOSP3003 | 6 | |
Digital Technologies in Tourism, Events and Hospitality | HOSP3004 | 6 | |
Tourism, Events and Hospitality Industry Research Project | HOSP3005 | 6 |
Complete 12 units for ALL of the following:
Course name | Course code | Units | |
---|---|---|---|
Sport Practicum 1 | SPOR2900 | 6 | |
Sport Practicum 2 | SPOR3900 | 6 |
Complete 96 units for ALL of the following:
Course name | Course code | Units | |
---|---|---|---|
Business Law | BUSI1001 | 6 | |
Management, Organisations and Leadership | BUSI1002 | 6 | |
Negotiation, Conflict Management & Resolution | BUSI2002 | 6 | |
Strategic Management | BUSI3013 | 6 | |
Economics | ECON1001 | 6 | |
Fundamentals of Sport and Recreation | SPOR1000 | 6 | |
Sport Health and Wellbeing | SPOR2000 | 6 | |
Commercial Operations and Marketing in Sport | SPOR2001 | 6 | |
Sport in Contemporary Society | SPOR2002 | 6 | |
Managing in the Athletic Pathway | SPOR3001 | 6 | |
Sport Planning in Local Communities | SPOR3002 | 6 | |
Sport Management and Digitalisation | SPOR3003 | 6 | |
Sport Governance and Leadership | SPOR3004 | 6 | |
Elective 1 | AUXX1011 | 6 | |
Elective 2 | AUXX1012 | 6 | |
Elective 3 | AUXX1013 | 6 |
Career outcomes
You’ll graduate with core business knowledge and expertise in sport management, well-prepared for employment across a range of roles including:
- Business development manager
- Club or community development officer
- Event coordinator or manager
- Membership or sponsorship coordinator
- Recreation facility manager
- Sports development or marketing officer.
Industry trends
The recreation, wellness and fitness industry is growing in response to our sedentary modern life. Because of this, it's no surprise that amusement, fitness and sports centre management roles are projected to grow by around 17% over the coming decade (Jobs and Skills Australia, March 2024).
Accreditation
Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation ahead of students commencing at the institution in 2026.
How to apply
FAQs
Explore answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
Adelaide University is South Australia’s largest university with seven campuses across the state. Adelaide City Campus is in the heart of the central business district (including eastern and western precincts), while our Magill, Mawson Lakes and Waite campuses are located within the inner suburbs of Adelaide. Our Mount Gambier, Roseworthy and Whyalla campuses are set in the regions of South Australia. Building on our digital and online learning successes, we aim to also deliver online education to more students than any other Australian university.
Each of our campuses is equipped with cutting-edge, discipline specific facilities, contemporary study spaces and well-resourced libraries. Our city and suburban campuses also feature on-site gyms and eateries, and health services on, or nearby, campus.
You will be well supported academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually with access to on-campus facilities and services such as counselling, learning support, childcare, prayer rooms and more.
You will be well supported through a range of services at Adelaide University to ensure you get the most out of your student experience. Support services include:
- Academic learning support, including after-hours support provided via Studiosity through live online chat assistance with writing, referencing, mathematics and more.
- Advice and advocacy regarding access, adjustments and inclusivity if you have a disability, impairment, chronic health condition or significant caring responsibilities.
- Libraries providing flexible study spaces, access to books, computer suites and online resources – as well as referencing support, search tips and more.
- Career development hub, including extensive self-help resources, online learning programs, on-campus events, workshops and networking, one-on-one advice, and job search support.
- Qualified counsellors who can provide confidential support to manage your mental health and wellbeing.
- On-campus medical clinics on-site where you can make an appointment with a General Practitioner (GP) to discuss acute and preventative health care matters.
- Information and advice for international students regarding accommodation, student life, visa and work rights and academic policies and procedures.
- An active and visible LGBTIQA+ Ally Network that ensures the University provides a supportive environment where all staff and students can safely work and study free of harassment or discrimination.
- Prayer rooms on campus, including gender specific spaces for worship purposes.
- Campus security available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to ensure all students feel safe on campus.
- A range of scholarships offered to commencing and continuing students each year to make university life a little easier.
- A number of social outlets including student lounges, gyms, student-led clubs, sports teams and free events throughout the year.
Your tuition fees will depend on your program of study and enrolment load. You can find the annual fees relevant to your program on the specific degree page under the ‘fees’ section. The annual fee payable for your chosen program will also be outlined in your Offer of Admission.
Adelaide University will open in January 2026. Your studies will start at different times depending on what study period you’ve applied for. Adelaide University is currently using a semester model, which means most degrees start in Semester 1. Some degrees are also available to start in mid-year, sometimes with a different degree structure.
Studies at Adelaide University typically commence in:
- February for Semester 1
- July for Semester 2.
Some degrees, such as the Bachelor of Medical Studies and Master of Business Administration, will have different starting dates. View the relevant degree page for more detail.
For other key dates, including census dates and exam periods, you can view our Academic calendar.
Your study experience and support
Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.
You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.
Student services
We’re here to support you on your student journey. Adelaide University offers a range of support services and facilities, including:
- Career advice and mentoring services
- Personal counselling
- LGBTQIA+ support
- Academic support
- Fees and finance help
- Security services
- Accommodation services
- Common rooms
- Prayer rooms.
You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.
Your campus
You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.
Study hours
Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.
Assessment
During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include:
- Case studies
- Essays and assignments
- Examinations
- Group projects
- Internships and placements
- Practicals
- Presentations
- Reports and project documentations
- Research projects
- Workplace and classroom contributions.