Overview

Turn your passion into an exciting career by studying Health, Sport and Human Performance at the University of Waikato. Our exciting study options will equip you with the latest knowledge and skills to excel in this dynamic environment.

Career opportunities

Applied Sports Scientist

Community Sport Adviser

Events Manager

Health and Physical Education Teacher

Personal Trainer

Sports Coach

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Study in Health, Sport and Human Performance will reward you with exciting career opportunities and the chance to help improve the physical, social and mental well-being of others.

The facilities boast the latest equipment in sport science specialisations, namely The University of Waikato Sports Laboratory at the Avantidrome and The University of Waikato Adams Centre for High Performance, in Tauranga.

Both are equipped with cutting-edge facilities to test athlete performance, exercise and recovery, including an environmental chamber for altitude training.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

The first day of any month from February to November

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Health Sciences View 6 other PhDs in Health Sciences in New Zealand

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Waikato and/or in New Zealand, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

You will need to provide a copy of your official transcript(s) and certificates for all previous tertiary qualifications held. These documents must detail the qualification, papers/subjects taken, grades awarded and should include information on institution grading systems/scales, and evidence of completion.

You will need to provide evidence that at least one University of Waikato research supervisor has agreed to supervise your research and invited you to apply.

Attach your academic CV.

Sample of academic writing.

Academic referees.

Passport or birth certificate.

Evidence of English language competency.

Tuition Fee

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International

6800 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6800 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

6800 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6800 NZD per year during 36 months.

$6,800 - $7,220 per year

Living costs for Hamilton

1470 - 2020 NZD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.