SPORT at CQUniversity
We engage in competitive sport from community to elite level, and consume sport as fans on the sidelines, and through media. We participate in individual or group physical activity to improve or maintain our health, wellbeing and community connection. Movement and exercise are key components of many rehabilitation interventions for acute and chronic illnesses.
Sport, exercise, and physical activity are central in our lives, so CQUniversity places particular focus on movement-related disciplines through learning and teaching, research, partnerships and commercial activities.
As a world-class and accessible dual sector institution, with a regional heart and a vast national footprint, bolstered by movement-related courses, research, and partnerships, CQUniversity has the track record to lead the way.
We are proud to introduce the inaugural SPORT Strategy 2025-2028 to our colleagues, the wider University community and our external partners and stakeholders. It highlights and communicates our leadership in sport, exercise, physical activity, occupational and rehabilitation therapy, but more than that, it showcases CQUniversity’s firm belief: that movement truly changes lives.
CQUniversity's three pillars give clear focus to our strategic goals and priorities, and provide a framework for our social impact.
Our people are our purpose, their success is our legacy.
Students
- Innovative learning experience. We will expand our curriculum in SPORT by creating and delivering contemporary degrees, micro-credentials, and short courses leveraging areas of expertise.
- Lifelong learning. We will expand our pathways of study for our students – including our Elite Sportsperson Students – to ensure they can continue to pursue their career goals.
Staff and Society
- Alumni and industry network. We will create new opportunities and events for our students and staff to connect and showcase our expertise leveraging SPORT.
- Future leaders. We will be the #1 regional and dual-sector university of choice for students and staff wanting to become leaders in SPORT.
- Healthy and active work environment. We will leverage SPORT. expertise to advocate for a healthy and active work environment and culture.
We steward a sustainable future.
Research
- World-standard research portfolio. We will be Australia’s #1 regional and dual sector university for research in SPORT. At the same time, we will be among the top 50 sport universities worldwide.
- Entrepreneurialism. We will deepen our entrepreneurial actions to encourage innovation in SPORT education, research and technologies.
Place and Presence
- Co-location and collaboration. We will leverage our existing and new partnerships to open our campus facilities to the industry and the community. At the same time, we will work in collaboration with different levels of Government and the industry to expand our presence.
Sustainability
- Campus of the future. We will advocate for campus infrastructure that is conducive to SPORT activities, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Our success relies on bold collaboration with our partners. Strategic Partnerships
- Local and global partnerships. We will nurture and grow existing partnerships, and establish new ones to provide opportunities for our students, staff, and communities through SPORT.
Strategic Partnerships
- First Nations Engagement. We will nurture and grow existing partnerships, and establish new ones with First Nations stakeholders and organisations with a particular focus on SPORT.
Regional Commitment
- Regional Impact. We will collaborate with government, industry and community to deliver meaningful benefits to our local communities and industry through SPORT.
Research in SPORT
CQU research pressing trends in high performance sport with the Leaders Performance Institute.
Study with CQU
Explore a range of sport-related courses at CQUniversity.
Partnerships in SPORT
Explore CQUniversity’s SPORT partners and sponsors and the community engagement initiatives underway.
Support for Elite Athletes and Performers
CQUniversity’s offers flexible arrangements and processes to support elite sportspeople and performers to achieve their education and performance goals. The University recognises the dedication, time and effort required from elite sportspeople and performers, and is committed to supporting these students by:
- providing advice and guidance on academic planning
- negotiating necessary flexibility to meet academic requirements
- advocating for elite sportspersons and performers within the University
- negotiating and implementing cross-institutional study or credit transfer arrangements (if applicable)
- providing advice and support to local Athlete Wellbeing and Engagement Managers (contacts at institutes and academies of sport) or related personnel.
For a comprehensive list of support arrangements and processes available, please consult our policies and procedure.
To discuss with our Elite Sportsperson/Performer Coordinators (ESPC), please contact:
Associate Professor Aaron Scanlan
Email: espc@cqu.edu.au
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