Bachelor of Sport and Recreation
Sport & Recreation
A course by
NorthTec
This programme provides Northland students with access to a degree qualification in sport and recreation, preparing them for employment in the sport science industry with practical industry experience and advanced skills in coaching, nutrition, and wellbeing.
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Core skills this course teaches
Advanced Coaching Skills
Develop advanced practical and theoretical coaching abilities applicable to the sport and recreation sector.
Lifestyle Nutrition Knowledge
Apply knowledge of community nutrition principles to promote health and wellbeing in diverse populations.
About This Course
This Bachelor of Sport and Recreation programme offers a pathway for students to develop advanced skills in coaching, lifestyle nutrition, health and wellbeing. The programme includes industry work placement two days a week to apply skills and develop professional networks. It is delivered as an AUT degree at NorthTec, with courses covering cooperative education, pedagogy, leadership, community nutrition, and sport health. Entry requires successful completion of Level 6 diploma or equivalent. The programme is aimed at preparing students for careers in sport and recreation sectors in Northland and beyond.
Course Content
- Cooperative education
- Pedagogy
- Leadership
- Lifestyle community nutrition
- Sport and sport health and wellbeing
- Special topics course
- Industry work placement / cooperative education
Entry Requirements
Minimum age 16 at programme start
Basic English literacy and communication skills
Build towards these roles
Sport marketing analystSport sponsorship company staffActive schools coordinatorRegional event managerSport research scientistHigh performance coach/trainerPersonal TrainerFitness ConsultantGym InstructorRecreation CoordinatorOutdoor Recreation Guide/Instructor
