Bachelor of Recreation and Outdoor Environmental Studies | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Bachelor of Recreation and Outdoor Environmental Studies

Share your love of outdoor recreation and nature with others.

Note: this program does not qualify you to teach in schools. If you want to qualify as a teacher, consider USC’s Bachelor of Education (Secondary)/Bachelor of Recreation and Outdoor Environmental Studies.

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
094768G
Commence
Semester 1 or 2
Program length (full-time)
3 years
Annual tuition fee 2018
A$23,600
Estimated total tuition fee *
$70,800
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 013261
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 16 Rank - 64
UniSC program code
ED312
Commence
Semester 1 or 2
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Study mode
On campus
Prerequisites
English (4, SA)
Recommended prior study
Health and Physical Education, Maths A, B or C (4,SA), at least one science subject (preferably Chemistry)
Recommended prior preparation
It is recommended that students obtain First Aid and CPR certificates.
Fee type 2018
  • What will I pay?
Total courses
24
Total units
288

Program structure

Introductory courses (4) 48 units

COR109 Politics and the Media
OES100 Politics and Security in East Asia
OES101 Communication and Thought
SPX102 Contemporary Communication Theory and Trends

Health and Physical Education major (8) 96 units

OES240 Introduction to Professional Communication
OES300 Introduction to Creative Entrepreneurship
OES301 Editing for the Communications Professional
PUB104 Media Publishing: Law & Ethics
SPX101 Social Media: Content Curation and Creation
SPX222 Social MediaΔ
SPX361 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction
SPX362 Public Relations Writing

* Not offered until Semester 2, 2018, subject to final approval

Minor courses (4) 48 units

Biology**
Chemistry**
Drama
English
Geography
History
Mathematical Studies

Elective courses (8) 96 units

Select 8 elective courses (96 units) from either faculty (Arts, Business and Law or Science, Health, Education and Engineering)

**Biology minor and Chemistry minor students must use an elective course to complete a prerequisite, in their first year of study.

Δrefer to Program notes

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 288

Program requirements and notes

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in program structure
  • Complete no more then 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses (120 units), including the core course
  • You must select and register your compulsory major(s)/minor(s) as soon as possible
  • Complete 25 days Outdoor Environmental Fieldwork on Fraser Island and other natural environments on the Sunshine Coast

In order to commence Supervised Professional Experience placement you must:

  • Have a National Criminal History check (by Queensland Police Service or other state/territory authority)
  • Travel to attend field education placements
  • A Blue Card is required, refer to Requirements for placements
Program notes
  • Currently SPX222 is offered ONLY via online mode
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Students will need to be aware of the physical components and location requirements of the program. If you have a disability, medical condition or any concerns that may affect your potential participation in some of the practical components of the program, you are invited to discuss your options with the program coordinator
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.
  • Apply for your selected major(s) and/or minor(s)