Bachelor of Applied Science
Health Studies
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
A practical, three-year degree designed to deepen knowledge and skills in sport, exercise, and health through real-world projects and industry experience.
NZ$9,425
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop applied knowledge in sport, exercise and health
Gain skills and understanding across sport, exercise, health, communication, academic writing, and project management, with a strong emphasis on practical and community engagement.
Specialise in an area of interest
About This Course
The Bachelor of Applied Science at Otago Polytechnic offers a dynamic, experiential education in sport, exercise, and health. Students will gain practical experience and develop skills in communication, project management, and working with communities. The programme offers specialisations in Advanced Sport, Advanced Exercise, Advanced Health, or Advanced Massage. Graduates are prepared for professional roles in diverse sport, exercise, and health organisations, and are eligible for industry registration depending on their specialisation.
Course Content
- Anatomy and physiology
- Coaching and leadership
- Motor learning and biomechanics
- Initiatives of health
- Understanding communities in Applied Science
- Concepts of exercise
- Personal and professional development
- Professional practice (Fundamentals, Relationships, Reflective Practice, Leadership)
- Noho Marae and Kawa Whakaruruhau
- Applied sport sociology
- Coaching in the community
- Nutrition and psychology for performance
- Behaviour change in Applied Science
- Exercise in communities
- Functional assessment and clinical reasoning
- Pathology for Applied Science
- Research for Applied Science
- Leadership in Applied Science
- Special topics (theory and practice)
- Entrepreneurship in Applied Science
- Capstone project delivery
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Sport Development OfficerExercise SpecialistHealth Promotion AdvisorMassage TherapistCommunity Project CoordinatorFitness InstructorRehabilitation Assistant
Build skills in these industries
Health
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.
