New Zealand Diploma in Sport, Recreation and Exercise (Multi-sector) (Level 6)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Manukau Institute of Technology
Build your career in professional sport, recreation, exercise science, coaching, and sport/leisure management with this Level 6 diploma. Full-time study over 1 year with part-time options available.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
MIT Ōtara, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Sport and Exercise Nutrition
Compare nutritional recommendations for healthy adults and athletes, understand athlete-specific nutritional needs, correct sport nutrition myths, and develop sport nutrition programmes.
Research Methods in Sport and Exercise
Understand research concepts, evaluate project designs, use statistical tools, and prepare research proposals in sport science.
Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
Develop sport rehabilitation programmes, apply knowledge of sports injuries and treatment, and understand sport medicine principles.
What You're Signing Up For
This diploma builds upon the Level 5 qualification, preparing learners for leadership and professional roles in sport, recreation, exercise science, sport coaching, and sport/leisure management. The programme includes compulsory and elective courses covering sport and exercise nutrition, research methods, injury prevention and rehabilitation, exercise programme design, and sport management. It offers pathways to further study and a range of career opportunities in community sports, health, event management, and recreation sectors.
Course Content
- Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Research Methods in Sport and Exercise
- Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation
- Exercise Programme Design
- Sport Management and Administration Skills
- Applied Exercise Physiology (elective)
What you need to know first
Open entry; no academic requirements. English language competency required. International students must meet IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no band below 5.5.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Sport and Recreation
Health and Fitness
Community Services
Event Management
Future employment opportunities might be
Community sports manager
Community health manager