About the course

The list of benefits of exercise and sport participation on health, well-being and quality of life is continually growing. Exercise and Sport Science is an internationally recognised scientific discipline consisting of four core sub-disciplines: Biomechanics, Motor control / learning development, Physiology, and Psychology.

　　Our curriculum is aligned with Sport and Exercise New Zealand, and Exercise and Sport Science Australia. AAfter completing our major you will be prepared to write the accreditation tests for these accrediting bodies.

　　You can combine with other majors and minors across the School to provide multiple specialisations.

　　We offer a practicum providing the opportunity to gain clinical, lab or field experience.

　　Exercise and sport also provide essential vehicles for societal life-long learning and wellbeing. The academic study of exercise and sport science will remain an important pursuit for the foreseeable future.

　　There are numerous opportunities for graduates in Exercise and Sport Science.

　　Our graduates build careers in roles such as:

　　Sport scientist, Exercise physiologist, Mental skills trainer, Performance analyst, Technique analyst, Strength and conditioning trainer

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: NZ$127,758

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Dunedin
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Dunedin
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Dunedin
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Dunedin
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Dunedin
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Dunedin
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Dunedin

　　

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How to apply

Entry requirements for The University of Otago

You must provide scanned copies of your previous official academic transcripts (awards gained, marks, grades) with your application.

　　IELTS: IELTS score of 6.0 in the academic module (with no individual band below 6.0)

　　TOEFL IBT: Score of 80 (writing 20), TOEFL PBT: Score of 550 (TWE 4.5)

　　International Baccalaureate: IB Diploma with a minimum of 24 points.

　　GCE Advanced Levels: minimum grade of 8.

　　Satisfactory completion of one year's study at an approved tertiary institution.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at The University of Otago. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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