Overview
Our postgraduate sports programmes focus on applied learning, are strongly industry-focused, and are supported by a team of highly-skilled academic staff. Students will get to apply their learning in our purpose-built facilities.
Students will study at the Wintec Centre for Sport Science and Human Performance. The laboratories are fully equipped and accredited with Sport Science New Zealand and are amongst New Zealand's best sport science facilities. Students will have access to ‘state of the art’ sport testing and consulting, as used by national and international athletes.
There are two pathways available:
- Thesis pathway
- Dissertation pathway
Career
The Human Performance Science programme from Waikato Institute of Technology may lead to employment as a tertiary teacher, research and sport consultant, or an individual and team sport trainer and conditioner.
Upon completion of this programme further tertiary study at Doctorate level can be undertaken. This programme also provides a pathway into further study in dietetics or physiotherapy.
Programme Structure
Course structure:
- Health and Wellness Psychology
- Human Performance Science Innovations
- Advanced Topics in Biomechanics
- Advanced Topics in Exercise Physiology
- Advanced Topics in Sport Nutrition
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible, as popular programmes may fill up quickly and close once all available places have been filled.
Language
English
PTE Academic 58
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Hamilton, New Zealand
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
PTE Academic 58
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor of Sport and Exercise Science with a minimum B grade (65%) in the third year; or
- A corresponding NZ Bachelor degree with a minimum B grade (65%) in the third year; or
- A Postgraduate Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science with a minimum B grade average; or
- A corresponding NZ Postgraduate Diploma with a minimum B grade average; or
- Equivalent.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents28600 NZD / year≈ 28600 NZD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents9561 NZD / year≈ 9561 NZD / year
Living costs
Hamilton
New Zealand
1470 - 2020 NZD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Human Performance Science.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
“The Hope For Healing” Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
R&D Systems Scholarship
Merit-based
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