Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Manukau Institute of Technology (MIT)New 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
Ōtara campus
Summary
Take your career in sport to the next level.
This qualification builds on the New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Level 5). It’s perfect if you’re wanting to extend yourself as a professional in sport, recreation, exercise science, sport coaching and sport/leisure management.
Upon successful completion of this programme, you can pathway directly into the third year of our degree.
Discover or create your dream job in this exciting industry.
Entry criteria
Open entry
There are no academic requirements that need to be met to enter this programme.
English language requirements
Applicants must have sufficient competence in the English language to undertake this programme, which is taught and assessed in English.
Any applicant whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of their English language competency.
International students: English language entry requirements
For the minimum English language requirements refer to the requirements set out in the NZQF Programme and Accreditation Rules.
International students will generally be required to provide evidence of English language proficiency, for this programme an IELTS Academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5 is required. Equivalent acceptable evidence can be seen at the following NZQA link.
Give yourself credit with Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Did you know you can use the knowledge and experience you already have to your advantage?
Your previous work experience and on-the-job skills, volunteering, professional development, and other providers’ qualifications can be recognised as prior learning, matched against credits in our courses, and put towards your qualification – potentially saving you money and possibly helping you to complete your qualification faster Learn more.
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