Duration
Full-time: 4 years
Part-time: Varies
Next start date
2026 Semester One – 2 March
2026 Semester Two – 20 July
Available locations
City
Points
540
Programme type
Undergraduate

Programme overview

This programme will give you a well-rounded understanding of the economic and social elements that underlie the field of sport, health and recreation.

Develop your skills in sport coaching, health promotion and physical education, while advancing your communication, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.

Gain the business acumen and knowledge to be leadership-ready for employment in this increasingly relevant global industry. Learn to drive positive change in sport and health, addressing issues such as mental health, fitness and food.

Learn from world-leading academics in the fields of business, entrepreneurship, sport, health education, and physical education. You’ll gain valuable industry experience tailored to your career needs and aspirations.

Please contact us if you have queries.

Programme structure

This conjoint programme will usually take four years to complete. It is comprised of 540 points:

  • 255 points from courses listed in the BSportHPE Conjoint Schedule
  • 255 points from courses listed in the BCom Conjoint Schedule (including at least one major)
  • 15 points from a General Education course*
  • 15 points from courses available for any programme at the University.

*We recommend you choose either the Business or the Arts and Education Waipapa Taumata Rau course as your General Education course.

Students usually enrol in nine 15-point courses (135 points) each year if they want to complete in four years.

You need to maintain a Grade Point Average of 3.5 each year to continue with your conjoint.

Most students need to take one General Education course.

Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Subjects available in this programme

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

2025 entry requirements

My highest qualification is from:

Secondary school qualifications

If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme.

You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.

  1. First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
  2. You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
  3. You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
  4. Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.

Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements

If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.

  • Qualification
    NCEA National Certificate of Educational Achievement
    Score required
    210
  • Qualification
    CIE Cambridge International Examinations
    Score required
    230
  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate
    Score required
    28

Read more about entry requirements for New Zealand secondary school applicants.

Tertiary qualifications

If you've studied at a tertiary institution, here's what you need to enter the programme.

You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.

Minimum grade requirements

These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.

Further requirements

If you have started studying either the Bachelor of Commerce or the Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education, you may be admitted to the conjoint programme, if you have been credited with no more than 270 points in the programme and have not graduated. You must have a GPA (Grade Point Average) of at least 3.9.

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

Other pathways to study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

My highest qualification is from this country or region:

Secondary school qualifications

If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme.

You need to have one of the following:

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum total score of 24.
  • General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level. You must have completed a minimum of three A-Level subjects. 
  • Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). You must have completed a minimum of three A-level subjects.

GCE ‘A’ Level requirements apply to ‘A’ Level qualifications examined by bodies such as AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC, CCEA and Pearson Education Limited taken outside of New Zealand.

Guaranteed grade, subject and other requirements

These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.

  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate Diploma
    Score required
    28
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.0

    No bands less than 5.5.

    See alternative English language requirements

  • Qualification
    GCE A Level General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
    Score required
    BBC
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.0

    No bands less than 5.5.

    See alternative English language requirements

Tertiary qualifications

If you've studied at a tertiary institution, here's what you need to enter the programme.

You can transfer from another tertiary institution if you meet these requirements.

You need to have the following:

One year successful bachelor-degree level study at a recognised university (or similar institution) overseas. 

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

Minimum grade requirements

These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.

Further requirements

If you have started studying either the Bachelor of Commerce or the Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education, you may be admitted to the conjoint programme, if you have been credited with no more than 270 points in the programme and have not graduated. You must have a GPA (Grade Point Average) of at least 3.9.

Other pathways to study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

How much does a Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Sport, Health and Physical Education Conjoint cost per year?

2026 fees

Domestic students
NZ$9,232.65*
International students
NZ$54,150*

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,132.80 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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Scholarships and awards

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Student loans and allowances

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Cost of living

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Key dates

Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.

Application closing dates

Semester One 2026
8 December 2025
Semester Two 2026
8 June 2026

Start dates

Here are the start dates for the programme.

Other important dates

See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.

How to apply

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

This programme will develop your knowledge and understanding of the business of sport, health promotion and physical activity in a contemporary global society. You’ll gain the skills to become a leader in the sport, health and recreation industry, equipped to critically reflect and solve problems in this ethically challenging field.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Corporate health and wellbeing coach
  • Event manager
  • Health educator or health promoter
  • Primary or secondary teacher (You will be required to add a one-year Graduate Diploma in Teaching.)
  • Sport manager or media liaison officer
  • Manager in a sport and health organisation

Some career paths may require further study.

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