Sport & Recreation
A course by
Wintec
A one-year, full-time or part-time postgraduate diploma designed to deepen specialist knowledge in sport and exercise science for those with an undergraduate qualification or equivalent industry experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year

Extend and deepen your understanding of core concepts in biomechanics, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, nutrition, and sport psychology at a postgraduate level.

Learn in state-of-the-art laboratories and apply advanced sport and exercise science theories to practical situations in industry-focused and research settings.

This applied, industry-focused postgraduate diploma builds on undergraduate study in sport and exercise science, equipping students with specialist knowledge in areas such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, nutrition, psychology, and strength and conditioning. The program is supported by skilled staff, delivered in advanced facilities, and allows students to customize their study toward individual interests and career goals in sport science research, consultancy, or performance analysis.
What you need to know first
Undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science with a B average in final year (or part-time equivalent)

Sport Science
Fitness Industry
Exercise Physiology
Sport Training
Performance Analysis

Sport science research roles
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Wintec
A one-year, full-time or part-time postgraduate diploma designed to deepen specialist knowledge in sport and exercise science for those with an undergraduate qualification or equivalent industry experience.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 1 year

Extend and deepen your understanding of core concepts in biomechanics, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, nutrition, and sport psychology at a postgraduate level.

Learn in state-of-the-art laboratories and apply advanced sport and exercise science theories to practical situations in industry-focused and research settings.

This applied, industry-focused postgraduate diploma builds on undergraduate study in sport and exercise science, equipping students with specialist knowledge in areas such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, nutrition, psychology, and strength and conditioning. The program is supported by skilled staff, delivered in advanced facilities, and allows students to customize their study toward individual interests and career goals in sport science research, consultancy, or performance analysis.
What you need to know first
Undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science with a B average in final year (or part-time equivalent)

Sport Science
Fitness Industry
Exercise Physiology
Sport Training
Performance Analysis

Sport science research roles
Tailor your program to your own interests or specialist career pathway through elective modules and research projects.
OR alternative relevant qualification, industry experience, and/or informal transfer of credit approved as equivalent
Selection interview required
Safety check (Formal interview, referee checks, police vet check, risk assessment) per Vulnerable Children’s Act
Current First Aid Certificate (NZQA units 6401 and 6402) or working towards one
IELTS 6.5 (no band <6.0) or equivalent for non-native English speakers
Fitness industry specialist roles
Strength and conditioning coach
Clinical exercise physiologist
Performance analyst
Consultancy in regional and national sporting organisations
Tailor your program to your own interests or specialist career pathway through elective modules and research projects.
OR alternative relevant qualification, industry experience, and/or informal transfer of credit approved as equivalent
Selection interview required
Safety check (Formal interview, referee checks, police vet check, risk assessment) per Vulnerable Children’s Act
Current First Aid Certificate (NZQA units 6401 and 6402) or working towards one
IELTS 6.5 (no band <6.0) or equivalent for non-native English speakers
Fitness industry specialist roles
Strength and conditioning coach
Clinical exercise physiologist
Performance analyst
Consultancy in regional and national sporting organisations