Auckland University Of Technology Faculty Of Sport and Recreation

AUT is New Zealand’s top university for sport science, and ranked in the top 35 in the world by the prestigious world university rankings organisations QS and the top 50 by ARWU (Academic Ranking of World Universities). Our courses are developed through world-leading research and input from top industry partners.

Undergraduate programmes

Undergraduate study in sport and recreation will give you a solid grounding in your chosen area.

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation
- Coaching
- Exercise Science and Nutrition
- Health and Physical Education
- Management
- Outdoor Education
- Sport and Exercise Science
- Standard pathway

Graduate certificates and diplomas

Graduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise
Graduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise

Postgraduate programmes

Postgraduate study in sport and recreation will build on your knowledge and expertise in your area of interest.

Bachelor of Sport and Recreation (Honours)
Postgraduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise
Postgraduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise
Master of Sport and Exercise
Master of Business in Sport Leadership and Management
Master of Philosophy
Doctor of Philosophy

Certificates and diplomas

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

Certificate in Sport and Recreation

Short courses

A short course will develop your skills and knowledge in an area of personal or professional interest.

Body Composition Assessment (Anthropometry 1)
Body Composition Assessment (Anthropometry 2)
Body Composition Assessment (Anthropometry 3)
Certificate of Proficiency in Pacific Nutrition
Certificate of Proficiency Fitness Foundations
Certificate of Proficiency Fitness Instructing
Certificate of Proficiency Personal Training
Certificate of Proficiency Medical Terminology
Sports Massage
Sports Massage Advanced