Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage
Southern Institute of Technology
Subject area
Massage Therapy
Qualification
Duration
3 Years
Total student fees
$18,836
over 3 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
To prepare graduates who, as independent health care professionals, will work with people of all ages and varying stages of health and wellness, within the scope of practice for Therapeutic and Sports Massage.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
For Degrees Application by Academic Qualification (Under 20 years of age) University Entrance - NCEA Level 3 Three subjects at Level 3, made up of: - 14 credits each, in three NZQA University Entrance approved subjects - and Literacy 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of: - 5 credits in reading - 5 credits in writing and Numeracy 10 credits at Level 1 or above, made up of - specified achievement standards through a range of subjects, or - package of three numeracy unit standards (26623, 26626, 26627 all three required) Application by Mature Entry (20 years of age and above) Applicants in this category will have achieved the age of twenty by March 1 of the first year of enrolment in the programme .Preference will be given to those mature aged applicants who can demonstrate evidence of successful completion of a programme of study to NZQA level 4. Special Admission Mature aged applicants who do not fit the above entry criteria may be considered for entry if they can demonstrate likelihood of success in the programme: for example 2 years or more voluntary or paid work experience in the health industry or in health related business coupled with an academic record of achievement to a minimum of NZQA level 3 and/or the ability to demonstrate achievement at NZQA level 4 through literacy testing prior to acceptance into the programme.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
3 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,279 | $18,836 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$7,019 | $21,057 |
| Total | $13,298 | $39,893 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
83%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $50,367 |
| Earnings range | $37,142 - $56,117 |
| In employment | 74% |
| In further study | 21% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Ian Campbell Scholarship
Provided by:
Wellington Paraplegic and Physically Disabled Trust - Secretary
Website:
Value:
Determined annually by the Trustees
Norman Jones Foundation Study Grants
Provided by:
Norman Jones Foundation - Administrator
Value:
Determined by Trustees
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 478 839
Phone: (03) 211 2699
Fax: (03) 214 4977
Email: info@sit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.sit.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.