Duration
Full-time: 3 years
Part-time: Varies
Next start date
2026 Semester One – 2 March
2026 Semester Two – 20 July
Available locations
City
Points
360
Programme type
Undergraduate

Programme overview

This internationally-recognised degree will provide you with skills and expertise in sport coaching, physical activity, health promotion and education.

Make an impact on social justice and health issues that are currently affecting Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. Drive positive change in sport and health, addressing issues such as mental health, fitness and food.

The programme is diverse. Choose from courses focusing on coaching, alternative sports, sports media, exercise science, nutrition, gender, sexuality, Māori movement, dance, youth health and other topics.

You can prepare to meet your career aspirations by way of a specialised pathway. There are five to choose from:

  • Health education and promotion
  • Sport coaching and leadership
  • Sport science
  • Health and physical education
  • Dance

See details on the elective courses you can choose for this programme.  

You’ll learn from world-leading academic staff in the fields of sport, health education and physical education. You’ll gain valuable industry experience tailored to your career aspirations.

You could study abroad at one of our 125 partner universities in over 20 countries. Find out more about studying abroad.

Conjoint options

Conjoint programmes let you pursue two undergraduate bachelors degrees at the same time.

Learn more about conjoints

Programme structure

Through this three-year programme, you'll gain specialised knowledge in an area of particular interest while also developing a broad general knowledge of the worlds of sport, health and physical education.

In addition to compulsory core courses, you could choose one of five specialised pathways. Alternatively, you could opt for a range of courses without specifiying a pathway.

To complete a BSportHPE degree, you will need to pass courses totalling at least 360 points.

For details about required and elective couses, see our programme and enrolment information.

Most students need to take one General Education course.

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

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Sample programme structure

Sample programme structure

Year 1 120 points

  • Code:
    SPORT 101
    Name:
    Making a Difference in Sport
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 104
    Name:
    Biophysical Foundations of Human Movement
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 101
    Name:
    Sociocultural Foundations
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    WTR 100
    Name:
    Waipapa Taumata Rau
    Type:
    Core taught
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EDPROFM 100
    Name:
    Te Ao Māori - Te Kākano
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 102
    Name:
    Learning and Pedagogy
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 103
    Name:
    Biophysical Foundations
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    Choose a pathway, General Education or elective course
    Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts

Year 2 120 points

  • Code:
    EDUCSW 201
    Name:
    Diversity in New Zealand
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    HEALTHED 201
    Name:
    Youth Mental Health Education
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 202
    Name:
    Skill learning
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 201
    Name:
    Whakatinanahia
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    SPORTHPE 203
    Name:
    Physiology, exercise and fitness
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Type:
    General Education course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Name:
    Choose from a range of courses in Dance, Exercise Sciences, Health Education and more
    Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts

Year 3 120 points

  • Code:
    SPORT 202
    Name:
    Sport and recreation
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EDUCSW 302
    Name:
    Service learning
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Code:
    EDUCSW 303
    Name:
    Research and Professional Practice
    Type:
    Compulsory core course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Type:
    General Education course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Name:
    Choose from a range of courses in Dance, Exercise Sciences, Health Education and more
    Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts
  • Type:
    Elective course
    Points:
    15 pts

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
    150
  • Qualification
    CIE Cambridge International Examinations
    Score required
    150
  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate
    Score required
    26

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

You must have completed one semester of successful bachelor degree study from a New Zealand tertiary institution, or one year of successful study as part of an acceptable sub-degree qualification from a New Zealand tertiary institution.

Transfer of Credit - You can apply for transfer of credit for tertiary courses completed elsewhere as part of your Application for Admission. For more information, see External transfer of credit.

If you have completed study at another New Zealand University, get an estimate of the transfer credit you may be eligible for, using our Transfer Credit Calculator.

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.

Minimum grade, subject and other requirements

Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place. Your CIE/GCE A level score is calculated on the best three academic subjects and General Studies cannot be included.

  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate Diploma
    Score required
    26
    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/CIE General Certificate of Education Advanced Level
    Score required
    CCC
    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.

Other pathways to study

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

  • Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
  • If you have an offer of place from us that is conditional on meeting English language requirements, you may be considered for English Pathway courses from the University of Auckland English Language Academy (ELA)
  • If you are 20 on or before the first day of semester, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for special admission.
For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

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

2025 fees

Domestic students
NZ$7,185.60*
International students
NZ$38,568*

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 $9.24 per point, estimated at $1,108.80 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.

See course fees for each faculty

Find out about financial support information

Scholarships and awards

Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.

Student loans and allowances

Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.

Cost of living

Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Key dates

Application closing dates

Semester One 2025
27 February 2025
Semester Two 2025
4 July 2025

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

Applying for an undergraduate programme? Check out our step-by-step guide.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

You’ll graduate with an in-depth understanding of the latest research related to the fields of sport, health and physical education. You’ll have built the skills and understanding for leading change and becoming an innovator in the industry and in your community.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Sports coach
  • Corporate health and wellbeing coach
  • Sports coordinator or recreation facilitator
  • Health educator or health promoter
  • Event manager
  • Primary or secondary teacher — you will be required to add a one-year Graduate Diploma in Teaching
  • Sport manager or media liaison

Some career paths may require further study.

Further study options

See all study options

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