26 Sports, Wellness and Lifestyle Degree Programs in New Zealand

Explores the relationship between nutrition and sporting performance and health. Includes examination of topical sports nutrition issues and application of sports nutrition principles for the dietary management of athletes and active individuals.

The Master of Sport Development and Management (MSpDM) is a 180-point coursework  postgraduate degree designed for individuals who are employed in Sport Development and Management and want to upskill for professional development reasons. It is also intended as a pathway for those students graduating with a BSc or BA majoring in Sport Management and Development

Sport, Science and Society examines the cultural, psychological, political and economic impacts of sport on society. In particular, the paper will explore sport as a social practice and institution that impacts on health, educational achievement, diversity, national identity and the economy within an emerging bicultural nation.

An overview of sport organisations at the local, national and international levels. Identifies sport development objectives in education, health and social welfare. Addresses management challenges around inclusion, equity and sustainability.

A critical overview of the nature and influence of sport in society, exploring how sport intersects with the fields of science, health, education, politics and the economy.

This are designed to provide students with core content inherent in the study of Physical Education, Activity and Health at postgraduate level. Students will select from a variety of modules offered by staff on topics related to their area of research expertise.

Are you interested in learning the science behind food and nutrition? Do you want to understand how the food we eat affects our body and overall health? HUNT 141 examines the role that food and nutrition plays in the health and wellbeing of individuals and populations.

Fundamental biostatistical issues encountered in the design and analysis of quantitative/qualitative research projects. Topics include data description, basic probability concepts, statistical inference, hypothesis testing, regression models and study design.

The MAppSc is designed for students who wish to pursue an interdisciplinary programme of study underpinned by science that delivers versatile skills relevant to multiple end-users. Optional paths are available that emphasise commercialisation, workplace-based projects or independent study.

The Otago Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPhty) degree is a prestigious four-year programme positioned at the cutting edge of physiotherapy education. It is internationally renowned for excellence, because the graduates it prepares for the profession are among the best in the field.

Do you have a passion for natural health and complementary medicine? Do you want to have an impact on your family, friends, animals, and community? Then this is the perfect place to begin your new journey!

The NZ Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage is a one year full-time or equivalent part-time programme, which offers you stimulating studies leading towards a qualification as a massage therapist. This programme provides practical and theoretical knowledge and skills in massage and has close links with the Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science. In this application pack, you will find information about the programme and descriptions for each of the subjects covered.

Gain specialist skills and apply mātauranga Māori to help promote physical activity and wellbeing in Aotearoa New Zealand with Master of Physical Activity and Hauora.

The rapidly growing sport and leisure industry is now worth over $12 Billion dollars per year to New Zealand. Waikato's Bachelor of Sport, Health & Human Performance will give you a foundation in this exciting and dynamic career.

Are you a health professional, have experience in the health industry or have previously studied in Health or Science? Do you want to extend your knowledge of the health care sector in Aotearoa/New Zealand? This graduate diploma will help open up new opportunities for employment in a wide range of health industries, or pave the way for higher level study.