A personal interview is available as part of the application process.

The academic entry requirement for BSES is as follows:

• University Entrance, as defined by the NZQA, or equivalent; or
• Evidence regarded as sufficient by EIT | Te Pūkenga of the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study; or
• At the discretion of EIT | Te Pūkenga, where the applicant is over 20 years of age and demonstrates the capability to undertake and complete the programme of study.  

Health and professional criteria

All applicants are required to sign:

• A Police Vetting Service Request and Consent form; and
• A declaration that they are in good health (having no medical, physical or psychological conditions that would preclude working with vulnerable clients).

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 | Te Pūkenga 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:

• Successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (subject to NZQA conditions).
• Completion of a New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 4 with Academic endorsement).
• IELTS Academic score of 6, with no band score lower than 5.5, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment.
• Accepted international equivalents to the above IELTS scores, achieved in a single test within the two years preceding enrolment (see equivalency tables in the DELP).

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).

• CC is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for CC if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
• RPL is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.

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.

Academic entry requirements

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.

English language entry requirements

All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English Language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. English Language fluency can be verified by achievement of one of the following within the last two years:

• New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 (Academic)
• IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5
• PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42
• International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)

Entry with credit

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 or Recognition of Prior Learning.

• Cross Credit is based on the equivalency of courses or qualifications. You would apply for Cross Credit if you have passed a very similar course at the same level.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is based on the assessment of your current knowledge and skills. You would apply for RPL if you had gained the relevant knowledge and skills through life experiences and informal learning situations.

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.

You must apply prior to enrolment.  RPL and Cross Credit cannot be awarded for a course if you are enrolled in that course.

For further information and enquiries about RPL and Cross Credit please contact international@eit.ac.nz.