Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyNew Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Level 6)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Windermere Campus
Summary
Advance your career in multiple areas and leadership roles across the sport and fitness industry. Taught by sport and fitness experts in small classes, this diploma will build on your knowledge in exercise prescription, biomechanics, coaching practice and practical classes that you'll be able to apply to real-life experiences within the industry while building valuable networks. If you're looking to further your studies after completing the diploma, you can enrol in the final year of the Bachelor of Health, Sport and Human Performance at the University of Waikato. Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of: New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Level 6)
Entry criteria
You must have:
- Completed the New Zealand Diploma in in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector)(Level 5) or educational equivalent; OR
- Demonstrated equivalent skills and knowledge
Police vetting
All applicants will be required to provide a signed Police Vetting consent form. Convictions will not necessarily prevent applicants from entering the course, however the Academic Leader will review these on a case by case basis.
Special admission
Applicants who do not meet the academic requirements may be given special admission if they can provide evidence that they are capable of achieving the course outcomes. Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.
English language requirements
International applicants for whom English is not their first language will be required to show evidence of language competency, issued within the last two years with the following level of competency IELTS score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 or completed NZ Certificate in English Language Level 4 with an endorsement of either (use as applicable General, Workplace or Academic) or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined in NZQF related Rules (Rule 18) – The Table.
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