EASTERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | Te Aho a Māui | New Zealand
EASTERN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY | Te Aho a Māui | New Zealand
To see the most relevant information, please let us know if you are an international student.
Phone: 0800 22 55 348 or email: info@eit.ac.nz
Phone: 0800 22 55 348 or email: info@eit.ac.nz
Do you want to turn your passion for sport and exercise into a career packed full of physical activity?
With a degree in sport and exercise science that’s exactly what you’ll get as you immerse yourself in sports development and research, performance and management. You could find yourself in a gym, a sports science lab, a community exercise setting or out on the field coaching or managing individuals and teams as they strive to be the best they can be in the sports and exercise world.
You’ll acquire a wide range of skills for communicating, negotiating, researching and problem-solving with people from all walks of life, from the serious sports professional to the casual gym-goer.
Do you want to turn your passion for sport and exercise into a career packed full of physical activity?
With a degree in sport and exercise science that’s exactly what you’ll get as you immerse yourself in sports development and research, performance and management. You could find yourself in a gym, a sports science lab, a community exercise setting or out on the field coaching or managing individuals and teams as they strive to be the best they can be in the sports and exercise world.
You’ll acquire a wide range of skills for communicating, negotiating, researching and problem-solving with people from all walks of life, from the serious sports professional to the casual gym-goer.
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (BSES) programme is a full-time, three year programme that offers stimulating degree studies, enabling you to become a highly regarded industry professional within the sport, health and exercise science sectors.
The programme enables graduates to enter employment in the sport, exercise and recreation industry with a sound knowledge of:
This programme is designed to develop a range of transferable skills including:
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and to view our facilities.
The BSES provides pathways and employment possibilities across the sport and exercise landscape.
Wellbeing, Lifestyle and Health Promotion
Consultation and exercise prescription, Green Prescription advisor, corporate wellness consultant, special needs populations activity facilitator, community health initiatives.
Exercise and Conditioning
Business owner, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, team trainer/conditioner.
Sports Administration and Management
Sports coordinator, development officer, regional coordinator, player liaison, administrator, sponsor manager.
Sports Coaching and Leadership
Coach, coach educator, sports coordinator, team manager, player liaison, player life-skills coach, referee/official.
Community Recreation Management
Recreation officer, recreation programmer, special needs programmer, facility management, business owner.
Sport Science and Support
Mental skills analysis trainer, exercise physiologist, biomechanist, team trainer/conditioner, research technician.
Through additional training you may undertake postgraduate study (e.g. masters degree) or alternative careers such as physical education teaching or sport journalism.
A personal interview is available as part of the application process.
The academic entry requirement for BSES is as follows:
Health and Professional Requirements
All applicants are required to sign:
This request is consistent with industry expectations and the type of work undertaken whilst on the programme or as a graduate of the programme.
If the declaration identifies any issue that may impact on the applicant’s ability to complete the programme, the applicant can discuss these with the Programme Coordinator at an information session. EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s Police record or health difficulties be such that they would be considered unsuitable for the type of work undertaken whilst on this programme or by graduates of this programme. The guidelines on which this decision will be based are the relevant professional association or industry requirements.
English Language Entry Requirements
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
You may already have some knowledge or skills that can be recognised as part of your intended study. This may take a number of different forms including study while at high school, study at a private training establishment, workplace training, other tertiary study, life experiences or voluntary work. If you think you may qualify, you may want to apply for Cross Credit (CC) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
You will be asked to provide details of anything that you would like considered as credit toward your intended programme of study, as part of your application.
CC and RPL cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course. Please contact the Programme Coordinator to discuss this option BEFORE you enrol.
Please note: recognising prior learning may reduce your study load in this programme and impact on your ability to receive funding.
For further information and enquiries about CC and RPL please contact the Programme Administrator, Sue Jackson, on 06 830 1521 or email sjackson@eit.ac.nz.
Make sure you have read and understood the entry requirements for your situation and background.
Entry requirements can be different for domestic and international students.
The next intake date(s) for your chosen course and campus are listed in the Course Details panel on this page.
Dates can vary between campuses, so make sure you have selected the campus you wish to study at.
Visit https://www.eit.ac.nz/fees/ to see the fees for this programme.
If your course requires any supporting forms, they will be listed below under ‘Supporting Documentation’
You’ll need an up-to-date email address to start your online application.
You’ll also need to know what you want to study – your degree or programme and majors and/or minors, and the courses you plan to take.
You may be asked to submit supporting documentation with your application.
The Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science (BSES) programme is a full-time, three year programme that offers stimulating degree studies, enabling you to become a highly regarded industry professional within the sport, health and exercise science sectors.
The programme enables graduates to enter employment in the sport, exercise and recreation industry with a sound knowledge of:
This programme is designed to develop a range of transferable skills including:
You are welcome to make an appointment to discuss your study options with our staff and to view our facilities.
The BSES provides pathways and employment possibilities across the sport and exercise landscape.
Wellbeing, Lifestyle and Health Promotion
Consultation and exercise prescription, Green Prescription advisor, corporate wellness consultant, special needs populations activity facilitator, community health initiatives.
Exercise and Conditioning
Business owner, personal trainer, group fitness instructor, team trainer/conditioner.
Sports Administration and Management
Sports coordinator, development officer, regional coordinator, player liaison, administrator, sponsor manager.
Sports Coaching and Leadership
Coach, coach educator, sports coordinator, team manager, player liaison, player life-skills coach, referee/official.
Community Recreation Management
Recreation officer, recreation programmer, special needs programmer, facility management, business owner.
Sport Science and Support
Mental skills analysis trainer, exercise physiologist, biomechanist, team trainer/conditioner, research technician.
Through additional training you may undertake postgraduate study (e.g. masters degree) or alternative careers such as physical education teaching or sport journalism.
Applicants must meet degree standard entry requirements. Approved bridging/foundation programmes include: the NZ Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise, and the NZ Diploma in Wellness and Relaxation Massage.
All applicants are required to sign:
This request is consistent with industry expectations and the type of work undertaken whilst on the programme or as a graduate of the programme.
If the declaration identifies any issue that may impact on the applicant’s ability to complete the programme, the applicant can discuss these with the Programme Coordinator at an information session. EIT reserves the right to decline entry to the programme should an applicant’s Police record or health difficulties be such that they would be considered unsuitable for the type of work undertaken whilst on this programme or by graduates of this programme. The guidelines on which this decision will be based are the relevant professional association or industry requirements.
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. For international students, ways in which English language fluency may be demonstrated include the following:
Further information about NZQA English language entry requirements for international students can be found at www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/english-language-entry-requirements-for-international-students/
Complete and sign our international student application form at eit.ac.nz/apply-online-international/
We recommend you apply at least 12 weeks before your intended start date. You can apply online at www.immigration.govt.nz
If you have any questions about the process, contact your agent or email visas@eit.ac.nz
Book your flights
When your student visa is approved, book your flights and ensure you meet all government-mandated entry requirements to come to New Zealand. Check the Immigration New Zealand website for the most up-to-date information.
Organise your accommodation
If you haven’t already organised your accommodation, you should now decide which of the accommodation options is most suitable for you. You can find our more about our EIT accommodation options here.
Your International Student Support Officer will contact you after you enrol to keep you up-to-date with anything you need to know, including details about your Orientation, where you will meet your classmates and all about studying at EIT.
If you need any help you can contact our friendly staff at international@eit.ac.nz
