Sport, Events and Tourism, Major (0303)
- Western Sydney University Major Code: 0303
Available to students in other Western Sydney University Programs: Yes. Check that your program has the available credit points required to complete the subjects in this field of study. Any requisite requirements must also be met. Consult your Program Advisor for further advice.
This major brings together sport, event and tourism management subjects to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to organise and manage sport and recreation events. Students will also learn about the social and cultural significance of sport, tourism and sporting events, and their unique role in the visitor economy.
Location
| Campus | Mode | Advice |
|---|---|---|
| Parramatta City | Full-time | Dr Garth Lean |
| Parramatta City | Part-time | Dr Garth Lean |
| Parramatta South - Victoria Road | Full-time | Dr Garth Lean |
| Parramatta South - Victoria Road | Part-time | Dr Garth Lean |
Major Structure
Students must complete 80 credit points.
Complete the following compulsory subjects
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| TOUR 3006 | Festivals and Events | 10 |
| TOUR 1003 | Global Trends in Tourism and Events | 10 |
| BUSM 2037 | Sport Entertainment | 10 |
| BUSM 2048 | Sports Marketing | 10 |
| BUSM 1031 | The World of Sport Business | 10 |
| TOUR 2004 | Tourism and Festivals in Society | 10 |
| Total Credit Points | 60 | |
Students must also complete two subjects from the following pool.
| Subject | Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| Select two of the following: | 20 | |
| Cultural Tourism and Events | ||
| Global Sports Management | ||
| Special Event Management | ||
| Strategic Sport Leadership | ||
| Tourism, Events and Technology | ||
| Total Credit Points | 20 | |
Equivalent Subjects
The subject listed below counts towards completion of this major for students who passed this subject in 2022 or earlier.
CULT 3015 - Heritage and Tourism, replaced by TOUR 3002 Cultural Tourism and Events
HUMN 2057 - Tourism in Society, replaced by TOUR 2004 Tourism and Festivals in Society
BUSM 3079 - Travel in the Digital Age, replaced by TOUR 3001 Tourism, Events and Technology
TOUR 1002 - Tourism and Global Trends, replaced by TOUR 1003 Global Trends in Tourism and Events