Sport & Recreation
A course by
University of Canterbury
Gain advanced sport science expertise and upskill for roles in the sporting industry with the Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science at UC.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
University of Canterbury, Christchurch
It will take a total of 6 months

Acquire advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of sport science applied in professional and community sporting sectors.

Upskill and update your sport science expertise for career advancement or to adapt to new developments in the field.

Develop understanding in areas such as biomechanics, sport psychology, nutrition, health behaviour change, and rehabilitation.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science (PGCertSS) at the University of Canterbury provides graduates or current professionals in the sporting industry advanced knowledge in sport science. The qualification can be completed in 6 months full-time and covers modern sport science topics, equipping students to stand out in a rapidly developing field and to pursue roles such as sports scientist, team consultant, or fitness coordinator.
What you need to know first
A sport and/or science-related Aotearoa New Zealand degree (or equivalent)

Sport & Recreation
Health
Education

Sports Scientist/Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Development officer for sporting and health organisations
Corporate and community health and fitness consultant
Sport & Recreation
A course by
University of Canterbury
Gain advanced sport science expertise and upskill for roles in the sporting industry with the Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science at UC.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
University of Canterbury, Christchurch
It will take a total of 6 months

Acquire advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of sport science applied in professional and community sporting sectors.

Upskill and update your sport science expertise for career advancement or to adapt to new developments in the field.

Develop understanding in areas such as biomechanics, sport psychology, nutrition, health behaviour change, and rehabilitation.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science (PGCertSS) at the University of Canterbury provides graduates or current professionals in the sporting industry advanced knowledge in sport science. The qualification can be completed in 6 months full-time and covers modern sport science topics, equipping students to stand out in a rapidly developing field and to pursue roles such as sports scientist, team consultant, or fitness coordinator.
What you need to know first
A sport and/or science-related Aotearoa New Zealand degree (or equivalent)

Sport & Recreation
Health
Education

Sports Scientist/Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Development officer for sporting and health organisations
Corporate and community health and fitness consultant
Normally, at least a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses in the degree
Possible vaccination requirements for certain courses
If English is your additional language, you must meet UC's English language requirements
Health promotion/lifestyle consultant
Athletic/sports programme coordinator
Normally, at least a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses in the degree
Possible vaccination requirements for certain courses
If English is your additional language, you must meet UC's English language requirements
Health promotion/lifestyle consultant
Athletic/sports programme coordinator