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.
- 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 2023 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.
Program structure
Introductory courses (4) 48 units
COR109 Measuring Sustainability
OES100 Communication and Thought
OES101 Outdoor Living and Travel Skills
SPX102 Foundations of Outdoor Environmental Studies
Health and Physical Education major (8) 96 units
OES240 Introduction to Coaching Science
OES300 Leading Groups in Outdoor Environments
OES301 Outdoor Environmental Expeditions
PUB104 Leading Coastal Environmental Studies
SPX101 Introduction to Behavioural Health
SPX222 Introduction to Sport and Exercise ScienceΔ
SPX361 Sport and Exercise Psychology
SPX362 Physical Education Studies A
* 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)