Overview

Throughout the Sport and Exercise Science from the Eastern Institute of Technology you’ll acquire a wide range of skills for communicating, negotiating, researching and problem-solving with people from all walks of life, from the serious sports professional to the casual gym-goer.

Career opportunities:

The BSES provides pathways and employment possibilities across the sport and exercise landscape.

Wellbeing, Lifestyle and Health Promotion

Consultation and exercise prescription, Green Prescription advisor, corporate wellness consultant, special needs populations activity facilitator, community health initiatives.

Exercise and Conditioning

Business owner, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, team trainer/conditioner.

Sports Administration and Management

Sports coordinator, development officer, regional coordinator, player liaison, administrator, sponsor manager.

Sports Coaching and Leadership

Coach, coach educator, sports coordinator, team manager, player liaison, player life-skills coach, referee/official.

Community Recreation Management

Recreation officer, recreation programmer, special needs programmer, facility management, business owner.

Sport Science and Support

Mental skills analysis trainer, exercise physiologist, biomechanist, team trainer/conditioner, research technician.

Through additional training you may undertake postgraduate study (e.g. masters degree) or alternative careers such as physical education teaching or sport journalism.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Promotion
Sport Psychology and Sociology
Strength and Conditioning
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Coaching and Leading

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-16 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-20 00:00:00 , International

More details

International students are encouraged to apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Napier, New Zealand

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 35 other Bachelors in Sport and Exercise Science in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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60

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Other requirements

General requirements

A personal interview will be part of the application process.

The academic entry requirement for BSES is as follows:

University Entrance, as defined by the NZQA, or equivalent; or
Evidence regarded as sufficient by the Head of School of the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or
At the discretion of the Head of School, where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study.

International Entry Requirements

Applicants must meet degree standard entry requirements. Approved bridging/foundation programmes include: the NZ Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise, and the Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

26000 NZD / year

≈ 26000 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8660 NZD / year

≈ 8660 NZD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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