Overview

This flexible Sport Studies program at University of Canterbury allows you to focus on any aspect of sports and physical activity, and includes practical experiences and internships.

What will my study involve?

Study all things sports, from history to science to business, including practice outside of the classroom.
Choose your topics and focus on sports of your choice, including team and individual sports.

Minor in non-sport degrees so you can focus on your sporting interests in combination with many other fields of study.

Careers

Your study could lead to many different careers working with clients or athletes in the gym, field, classroom, competitive stage, and the great outdoors.

Career pathways could include:

sports coordinator
gym and fitness instructor
youth coach
personal trainer.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sport Coaching
Anatomy and Physiology
Sport, History and Society
Sport Business and Governance
Communication in the Human Services
Learner-Centred Teaching and Coaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-02-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-17 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-12-08 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-07-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-14 00:00:00 , International

More details

You are recommended to apply for admission to UC with an international qualification at least six months before your planned start date

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Christchurch, New Zealand

Disciplines

Sport and Exercise Science View 34 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

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

You will need to upload evidence of your study (academic transcripts and graduation certificates) when you apply in myUC.
Please include a grading scale with your transcript(s) and translations for any documentation not in English.
You may also be required to provide evidence of your English language proficiency and other supporting documentation.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

33113 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33113 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

6981 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6981 NZD per year during 36 months.

$33,113 - $$35,988 per 120 points
$6,981 - $7,334 per 120 points

Living costs for Christchurch

1300 - 2000 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Sport Studies.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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