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Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
36 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Health and Fitness | Physical Education | Sports Science
Area of study
Sports
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


The Bachelor of Sport and Human Performance from the University of Waikato and Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology prepares students for careers in the sport and leisure industry. The three-year full-time program offers majors in Healthy Active Living, Human Performance Science, and Sport Development and Coaching, and includes access to cutting-edge facilities and practical experience in areas like athlete testing, exercise, and recovery. Graduates are equipped to become sports advisors, personal trainers, event managers, PE teachers, sports coaches, and more.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:

The Bachelor of Sport and Human Performance is a three-year full-time program offered by the University of Waikato and Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology. The program prepares students for careers in the growing sport and leisure industry.


Objectives:

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience to:

  • Become a sport advisor, personal trainer, events manager, PE teacher, and more.
  • Help people improve their physical, social, and mental well-being.

Description:

The program provides students with access to cutting-edge facilities and the latest sport science equipment. The course covers:

  • Athlete performance testing
  • Exercise and recovery
  • Altitude training

Careers:

The program prepares students for the following career paths:

  • Applied Sports Scientist
  • Community Sport Adviser
  • Events Manager
  • Health and Physical Education Teacher
  • Personal Trainer
  • Sports Coach

Other:

The program has three majors to choose from:

  • Healthy Active Living
  • Human Performance Science
  • Sport Development and Coaching
  • The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and practical workshops. Students will have access to a range of facilities, including:
  • Gyms
  • Swimming pools
  • Sports fields
  • Laboratories
  • Students will also have the opportunity to participate in internships and work placements.
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

  • Domestic students under 20 and all international students:
  • Must meet the University Entrance criteria as specified by NZQA or have education achievement at least equivalent to NZQA University Entrance.
  • Where an applicant did not attend schooling in New Zealand, the relevant equivalent to University Entrance will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Must meet all programme entry requirements.
  • Or, provide evidence of ability to complete academic and other requirements (special admission requirements).
  • Domestic students over 20:
  • Students who do not hold a University Entrance qualification or equivalent may be eligible for admission to a Bachelor's degree programme subject to any entry and selection requirements specified in the respective programme regulations and have evidence of ability to complete academic requirements.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

  • IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 with the Academic Endorsement or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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