University
University of CanterburyDiploma in Sport
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
In the Diploma in Sport (DipSport) you will complete practical study on scientific theories of training and performance and gain the leadership and communication skills to help others achieve health goals or better results in their professional sporting career.
This Diploma is a great option if you want to study a shorter qualification in sport than the three-year bachelor's degree at UC.
What will my study involve?- Learn the basics of training people in sport and fitness, and develop your coaching communication skills.
- Most of the programme is made up of elective courses, so you can specialise your studies in areas of interest such as fitness training, exercise science and sporting excellence, sports medicine, sports nutrition, and more.
- Placement at a local primary school to apply your study to real team scenarios.
- SPRT101 Introduction to Sport Coaching
- SPRT110 Practicum I
- Choose six courses from these options
Entry criteria
To enrol in the Diploma, you will need:
- University Entrance (or equivalent). UC offers transition programmes for those who need help meeting these requirements.
- UC's English language requirements if English is not your first language. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, use the admission requirements checker.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
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