Overview

The Sport, Health and Physical Education programme of The University of Auckland is internationally-recognised degree will provide you with skills and expertise in sport coaching, physical activity, health promotion and education.

Make an impact on social justice and health issues that are currently affecting Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. Drive positive change in sport and health, addressing issues such as mental health, fitness and food.

The programme is diverse. Choose from courses focusing on coaching, alternative sports, sports media, exercise science, nutrition, gender, sexuality, Māori movement, dance, youth health and others.

You’ll learn from world-leading academic staff in the fields of sport, health education and physical education. You’ll gain valuable industry experience tailored to your career needs and aspirations.

Career

You’ll graduate with an in-depth understanding of the latest research related to the fields of sport, health and physical education. You’ll have built the skills and understanding for leading change and becoming an innovator in the industry and in your community.

Jobs related to this programme

Corporate health and wellbeing coach

Event manager

Health educator or health promoter

Primary or secondary teacher — you will be required to add a one-year Graduate Diploma in Teaching

Sport manager or media liaison

Sports coach

Sports coordinator or recreation facilitator

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Making a Difference in Sport

Human Movement

Diversity in New Zealand

Youth Mental Health Education

Skill Learning

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-08 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-27 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Auckland, 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

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum total score of 24.

General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level. You must have completed a minimum of three A-Level subjects.

Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). You must have completed a minimum of three A-level subjects.

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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

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Non-residents

40496 USD / year

≈ 40496 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

7616 USD / year

≈ 7616 USD / year

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand

1400 - 2200 NZD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Auckland

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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