Graduate Diploma in Physical Activity, Health and Wellness
Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd
Subject area
Human Movement and Sports Science
Qualification
Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.
Entry requirements
A Bachelor of Applied or Health Science or equivalent in any field excluding Physical Activity and Health Promotion or equivalent.
Alternative Requirements
Additional Requirements
If your degree was completed more than five years ago you must also have current relevant work experience.
English Requirements
If English is not your first language you may also be required to provide evidence of your English language skills as listed below. If you have no evidence of your English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, contact us for an assessment.
IELTS 6.5 Academic (no lower than 6.0 in reading and writing subtests and 7.0 in listening and speaking subtests). ). For acceptable alternatives, including NCEA, refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Further your interest in health promotion and physical activity with up-to-date industry knowledge.
In this one year programme you will gain an understanding of the application of a wide range of skills in the use of physical activity in health and wellness.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Other Health at this level can earn:
$54,000
Median earnings one year after study
$59,000
Median earnings two years after study
$67,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
80%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2021
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Ikawai Community Scholarship
Provided by:
Waimate Accountants - Ikawai Community Scholarship Fund C/-
Value:
Varies, could be up to $5000
New Zealand Institute of Sport Scholarships
Provided by:
New Zealand Institute of Sport
Website:
http://www.nzis.co.nz/apply-to-study
Value:
Tuition Fees.
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 242 476
Phone: (0800) 24 24 76
Fax: (03) 366 6544
Email: info@ara.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ara.ac.nz
Sources
NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.
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