Your Pathway from FIT College to Bond University

If you’ve completed (or are completing) the SIS50321 Diploma of Sport (Coaching), you’ve already built a strong foundation in athletic performance, coaching practice, leadership, and real-world sport industry skills. Now, you can take that next big step—straight into university—with a recognised and supported pathway to Bond University, one of Australia’s leading independent universities.

Bond has formally recognised the quality and depth of FIT College’s Diploma of Sport, granting substantial credit transfers into two popular undergraduate degrees:

Bachelor of Sport Management – up to 70 credit points (approx. 5 semesters remaining)
Bachelor of Business – up to 80 credit points (approx. 4 semesters remaining)?

WhY Bond university is a great fit for fit college graduates

Fast-Tracked Study

Your diploma means you won’t start from scratch—Bond recognises your prior study and experience. You’ll enter university with momentum, confidence, and credit already earned.

A World-Class Campus Built for Aspiring Sport Professionals

Bond is known for its sport excellence—including high-performance facilities, industry-connected programs, and small personalised classes. It’s an environment where motivated students thrive.

Perfect for Students Who Want the Next Level

Your Diploma has given you practical, applied skills. Bond helps you build on that with strategic knowledge, business capability, leadership development, and industry-level thinking.

It’s the ideal pathway if you want to:

Pursue a career in sport management, coaching leadership, or athletic program development
Step into business roles within sport organisations, local clubs, gyms, or community programs
Expand your understanding of athlete performance, sport governance, or events
Build a dual skill profile: practical sport skills + university-level management capability
Position yourself for long-term career growth—even internationally

A Seamless Transition From Diploma to Degree

FIT College graduates are well suited to university study because the Diploma of Sport already develops:

Critical thinking and communication
Planning and coordination skills
Leadership in team and athlete environments
Client-focused and practical coaching abilities
Project and task-based learning experience

Bond’s recognition confirms that our Diploma aligns strongly with their academic expectations, making the transition smooth and supported for all graduates.

Eligibility & evidence

To access Bond University’s approved credit transfer for FIT College graduates, you’ll need to show that you have either completed or are close to completing the SIS50321 Diploma of Sport (Coaching) at FIT College. Bond formally recognises this qualification and grants significant credit toward selected degrees, including up to 70 credit points for the Bachelor of Sport Management and 80 credit points for the Bachelor of Business.

To be assessed, you’ll need to provide:

Academic evidence from FIT College – Your transcript, completion letter, or proof of near-completion.
Documents requested by Bond University as part of their standard credit-transfer review.
Proof of meeting Bond’s usual entry and English language requirements, as required for all applicants.

These requirements ensure Bond can confirm your credit, match you to the right intake, and prepare your personalised study plan.

What you’ll need to apply

Applying is straightforward, and most students already have everything required. To start your pathway application, prepare:

Your FIT College transcript or Statement of Attainment – This allows Bond to map your completed units to their recognised credit.
Photo identification and your contact details – Standard documentation for enrolment processing.
Your preferred Bond University program and intake – Choose from January, May, or September commencement dates.

With these documents ready, Bond can issue your personalised credit outcome and show exactly how much time you’ll save toward your degree.

How to apply

The pathway process is simple, supportive, and designed to give you clarity before you commit. Here’s how to get started:

Submit your enquiry to Bond or contact FIT Admissions directly to begin the credit-assessment process.
Receive your personalised credit assessment – Bond will confirm how much credit you’re eligible for and outline your recommended study plan based on your chosen intake.
Complete your Bond University application using the mapped study plan provided.
Accept your offer, enrol, and commence your degree with advanced standing – starting ahead, saving time, and building on the skills gained in your Diploma of Sport.

BOnd University Pathway