Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
- Degree Structure - Duration
- 6 months full-time
60
Overview
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Introduction
The Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science gives students expertise in a career in the sporting industry, or allows those already the in the field an opportunity to upskill and update their sport science knowledge.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Why study a Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science at UC?
- Specialist Postgraduate Certificate in sport science.
- Findings from the 2013 Sport and Recreation Sector Workforce to 2026 Survey indicate that in Aotearoa New Zealand, up to 44,000 new staff will be required in the sector due to growth and retirements by 2026.
- Lecturers are involved in sport science or health as active researchers and supervisors, as well as serving professional bodies in their discipline.
- The field of sports science is developing rapidly and so this Certificate will allow students to stand out in a competitive job market.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Entry requirements
You should have completed a sport and/or science-related Aotearoa New Zealand degree (or equivalent), and normally should have achieved at least a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses in the degree for enrolment in the Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science or use the admission requirements checker.
How to apply
You can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Subjects and courses
PGCertSS requires a compulsory course and 30 points of elective courses.
Compulsory course:
Elective courses:
30 points selected from the list of courses. Topics cover areas such as exercise science, biomechanics, sport psychology, nutrition, or health behaviour change.
- SSCI407 Coaching Physical Performance (30 pts)
- SSCI409 Extreme Sport Science (30 points)
- HLTH430 Motivating Behaviour Change I (30 pts)
Please contact the Programme Coordinator for more information on how to enrol in an SSCI course.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Further study
You can go on to study a Master of Sport Science, or a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Sciences or Biological Sciences.
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
Career opportunities
Graduates of this Certificate will have a solid grounding in modern sport science. Potential roles for graduates include:
- Sports Scientist/Strength and Conditioning Specialist positions in professional sport, working with teams or individual athletes, or in national and international sporting organisations
- Development officer for professional sporting and health orientated organisations
- Corporate and community health and fitness consultant
- Health promotion/lifestyle consultant
- Athletic/sports programme coordinator.
Useful information:
- Read what other UC postgraduate students have gone on to achieve in their studies and careers in our student stories.
- Te Rōpū Rapuara | UC Careers can help you to achieve the career you want, connect with employers, or find a job.
- For research into career destinations by qualification, visit Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand website.
- Find out more about what can you do with a degree from UC.
- Come along to an upcoming information event for prospective postgraduate students.
2024 tuition fees estimate (per 60 points):
- Domestic — $4,579
- International — $21,500
2023 tuition fees estimate (per 60 points):
- Domestic — $4,454
- International — $20,500
SSL estimate (per 60 points):
- 2024 — $550.20
- 2023 — $496.20
Planning my study
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science
How do I plan my certificate?
The PGCertSS requires 60 points of coursework.
It would normally be completed full-time over 6 months (one semester).
For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science.
