Diploma in Sport and Recreation

The Diploma in Sport and Recreation is a pathway for students who completed Year 12 and want to enter a tertiary programme that helps them gain University Entrance. You’ll develop the skills and knowledge for further study or to start a career in sport and recreation.

The diploma covers a broad range of topics, including coaching, programme and event management, the body’s response to exercise, quality service, and supervision.

Quick Facts

Entry Requirements

Minimum entry requirements

  • NCEA: 48 level 2 credits including eight level 2 credits in any one subject from Classical Studies, Drama, English, Geography, Health Education, History, History of Art, Media Studies, Social Studies or Business Studies, Economics, Physical Education, Te Reo Māori, Te Reo Rangatira
  • CIE: 60 points on the UCAS Tariff including one subject similar to the NCEA subjects above

Selection criteria

  • Preferred subjects on entry are (level 2 for NCEA): English, Health Education, Mathematics with Calculus, Physical Education, Science
  • Statement letter of intent required
  • Interview may be required

Majors

Additional Majors and Minors

Additional majors and minors

Structure and Content

You’ll take core papers, plus choose from a selection of sport and recreation papers to make up a total of 120 points.

Related Programmes

Career Opportunities

  • Community coach or recreation programmer
  • Sport co-ordinator

Testimonials