Course catalogue / Ara Institute of Canterbury
Bachelor of Applied Science (Sport and Exercise)
- Qualification
- Bachelor
- NZQF level
- 7
- Duration
- Full-time - 3 Years (Part-time options available, up to 6 years)
- Indicative fees
- NZ$26,572/yr
- Location
- Madras Street Campus, Christchurch
- Audience
- International students
Entry requirements
University Entrance (NZQA) including 14 credits at Level 3 in Biology/Physical Education/Health Education and another subject (preferably Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography or Psychology), plus one other approved subject. Human Nutrition specialisation requires min 14 credits Chemistry at Level 2. OR completion of NZ Certificate in Exercise (Level 4) or NZ Certificate in Study and Employment Pathways (Level 4) Pre Health Pathway or equivalent. Alternative/prior learning entry may be considered.
English requirements
IELTS 6 (no band below 5.5)
“Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic, 5.5 Listening, 5.5 Reading, 5.5 Writing, 5.5 Speaking”
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