Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Waikato Institute of Technology (Wintec)Master of Science (Human Performance Science)
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Summary
This programme is designed for those who wish to extend their undergraduate degree with highly specialised knowledge in sport and exercise science, rehabilitation, and movement-related professions. It is most suited to those who are wanting to continue onto a Doctoral programme or into higher-level positions in the workforce.
Our postgraduate sports programmes focus on applied learning, are strongly industry-focused, and are supported by a team of highly-skilled academic staff. Students will get to apply their learning in our purpose-built facilities.
Students will study at the Wintec Centre for Sport Science and Human Performance. The laboratories are fully equipped and accredited with Sport Science New Zealand and are amongst New Zealand's best sport science facilities. Students will have access to 'state of the art' sport testing and consulting, as used by national and international athletes.
There are two pathways available:
- Thesis pathway
- Dissertation pathway
Entry criteria
Candidates are required to have:
- A Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science with a minimum B grade (65%) in the third year; or
- A corresponding NZ Bachelor degree with a minimum B grade (65%) in the third year; or
- A Postgraduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science with a minimum B grade average; or
- A corresponding NZ Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum B grade average; or
- Equivalent.
Special admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the general admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable chance of success may be eligible for special admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the relevant Head of School/Centre Director or designated nominee. Such applicants may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introductory programme as a condition of entry into higher level programmes.
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