Research

Challenges in maintaining routines and a lack of awareness of available sports clubs on campus hindered physical activity.

Mindfulness, sleep, and moderate-vigorous physical activity have been linked to reduced psychological distress among Australian tertiary students during COVID-19 lockdowns. This research highlights that lifestyle factors significantly impact mental health even in high-stress situations, emphasising the need for mental health promotion through tertiary education institutions. Future research should explore factors that helped some students maintain […]

This research explores the association between psychological distress, resilience, and dietary intake among Australian university students. It found that lower psychological distress and higher resilience were linked to healthier dietary habits, including higher fruit and vegetable consumption and more frequent breakfast intake. The results suggests that psychological well-being plays a significant role in students’ dietary […]

What is Work Integrated Learning?​ RMIT Sports​ Media Program​ Click here to read the full case study from RMIT. (6.6MB)

University sport offer many opportunities for students to gain valuable skills and attributes. Whether it’s as a volunteer club office bearer navigating the complexities of sporting administration or as an employee working as a lifeguard at the uni-pool these roles are invaluable. Another key area that university sport supports the principle of university education is […]

Exercise and Sports Science Australia Note: These guidelines cover graduate internships only and do not apply to any university placements(i.e. vocational (student) placements including post-graduate). The main aim of these best practice guidelines is to aid both the graduate and the organisation in determining whether an internship experience will be mutually beneficial. This document should […]

Abstract The purpose of this study was to analyse the effect that participating in extracurricular sporting activities has on academic performance among students in higher education. Prior research on this topic has yielded contradictory results: while some authors find a positive effect of sports participation on academic outcomes, others report a negative impact. Accordingly, the […]

The impact of engagement in sport on graduate employability: implications for higher education policy and practice.

An Exploration of Issues, Motivations, Barriers and Trends

Developed for the Sports Federation of Queensland (QSport)

Every student experience is different on university campuses around Australia. Creating identities, being part of clubs and teams and forging bonds with other students are fundamental building blocks to an enriched student experience. To date however, the link between sport participation on campus and student retention rates has not been clearly defined.