Want to Study at a Football Club? Federation Uni and Melbourne City FC Have Made It Possible

Love sports? Turn it into a real career ⚽

This article is presented in partnership with Federation University.

Have you ever spent time sitting in a classroom and thought “I want to be outside doing something” - have we got news for you.

Federation Uni has teamed up with Melbourne City FC to offer a Diploma of Business and Sports Management so students can get the best of theory and practical learning at the City Football Academy, Melbourne - ctrl:cyber Campus.

Federation Uni also offers a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science which is perfect for students who prefer learning on the field.

If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your love of sport into a legit career, this is your chance.

Study where the pros train.

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If you go down the path of studying a Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science, you’ll get your undergrad while completing a mix of theory and practical learning. Get warmed up on the job at their sports facilities in Gippsland and their Health and Sports precinct in Ballarat.

But one of the biggest highlights amongst students? The industry placement that sets you up to get real experience.

Through the Diploma, you’ll get the chance to gain knowledge on managing people, building networks and leading teams. At the same time, you’ll also get the chance to get into the practical side at Casey Fields, a short drive from the Berwick campus.

You’ll be learning alongside experts and professionals from Melbourne City and the City Football Group plus the teachers from Federation Uni.

Get real-world experience during your prac hours.

Take it from us: while it feels like degrees are all about theory and studying, applying that learning to real-life situations is what sets you apart to succeed in your future career.  

With the Diploma of Business and Sports Management, you’ll get to do 100 hours of placement at the Melbourne City Football Club.

And through the Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science you get 250 hours of placement across your second and third year at exercise science industries locally and state-wide.

The experience and industry connections you’ll get through these opportunities will really pay off in the long run.

Attend classes at the City Football Academy, Melbourne - ctrl:cyber Campus

For students enrolled at Federation’s Berwick campus, some practical classes take place at the City Football Academy, Melbourne - ctrl:cyber Campus. That means you'll be learning where the pros train.

This kind of access is rare for uni students, and it gives you a real taste of what working in the industry feels like.

Finish your degree with a range of careers to dive into.

Both the Diploma and Undergrad set you up to build your professional network while you study.

Once you finish your Diploma, you’ll be able to go into a career in business or further your skills and transition into the second year of a Bachelor of Business degree.

Or if you choose to go into Exercise and Sports Science you’ll be qualified with Exercise and Sport Science Australia. Graduates from Federation Uni have worked in high-profile organisations like the NBA, NFL, AFL, NRL and Super Netball. The degree can also lead you into a wide range of careers including Health Promotion Officer, Performance Analyst, Strength and Condition Coach, and Exercise Programmer to name a few.

Take it from past Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science student William Quartermain who said the experiences from his degree helped him with his future career.

“The lecturers at Federation have been empathic and encouraging, helping me strive for success within my course,” he said.

“The supportive nature has allowed me to develop within the sport science realm and help forge a pathway into a future career.

“During my placement with [the] Western Australia junior basketball program, I was able to build a network of amazing contacts to assist with future employment prospects post university.”

So if learning (literally) on the pitch is how you prefer to learn, check out Federation Uni to see the way you can build industry connections and gain the best possible learning experiences too.

To explore where this Diploma can take you career-wise, head here. 

And if you're after more information about the Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science you can head here. 

Further information on the career pathways through this diploma can be found here.