Sport, Physical Activity and Fitness

Sport & Recreation

Explore and critically analyse the relationships and factors affecting sport, physical activity, fitness, and health.

NZ$1,699

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

(20 Credits)


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Communicate about contemporary issues

Write and speak logically about contemporary issues surrounding the study of sport, physical activity, fitness, and health.

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Conduct independent research

Undertake independent research by collecting, analysing, and critically evaluating data related to specific aspects of sport, physical activity, fitness or health.

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Analyse academic material

Analyse studies and relevant published academic material in sport, physical activity, and fitness.

What You're Signing Up For

This course allows students to explore and critically analyse the relationships between and factors affecting sport, physical activity, fitness, and health. Students will learn to conduct research, review academic material, and discuss contemporary issues in these fields.

Course Content

  • Contemporary issues in sport, physical activity, fitness, and health
  • Independent research methods
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Critical evaluation of published academic material
  • Research methods in sport and health sciences
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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Sport

  • Health

  • Physical Activity

  • Fitness

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Sport or fitness researcher

  • Fitness industry professional

  • Physical activity program manager

  • Health promotion roles