Course details

Graduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise
NZQF Level 7

About the course

Interested in sport and recreation and already have a degree? Develop the skills to further your career in as little as one semester.

If you have a degree in another field or considerable professional experience in sport, recreation or health and want to gain a further qualification, this programme is for you. The Graduate Certificate in Sport and Exercise is an effective option for both personal and professional development, particularly for those looking for a pathway into the sport and recreation industry.

The School of Sport and Recreation is home to experts in coaching, exercise science and nutrition, health and physical education, leadership and management, and outdoor education. You learn from expert academic staff and can choose from a wide range of courses. We will guide you in your choice of suitable courses.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree OR relevant professional qualification or experience approved by the dean (or representative) to be equivalent to a degree.

International student entry requirements

English language requirements

  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

English language requirements

About the provider


University should feel like a place you belong – and a place that prepares you for what comes next.


In the heart of Auckland, one of the world’s most connected cities, you’ll study alongside people from more than 100 countries across three modern campuses. Different perspectives aren’t an add-on here – they’re part of everyday life.


Learning at AUT is hands-on from day one. You’ll work on real projects, tackle real challenges and learn how your knowledge holds up beyond the classroom. That’s how confidence grows – through experience, not theory alone.


Our programmes are shaped with industry and global partners, so what you’re learning stays relevant and grounded in the real world. It’s also why our graduates are in demand, in New Zealand and around the world.


If you’re looking for a university that backs your ambition, values who you are and helps you turn knowledge into action, you’ll fit in here.


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