Programme details

Master of Sport Science

If you aspire to build a career in the sports industry, the Master of Sport Science (MSS) program at UC is a coursework-focused Master’s degree that allows you to specialize and enhance your expertise.

Course description

Individuals aspiring to build a career in the sports industry will find this coursework-oriented Master’s degree an excellent opportunity to either specialize or expand their knowledge base. The curriculum will incorporate insights from sport science research and feature contributions from both internal and external experts associated with UC, ensuring that you acquire relevant and up-to-date skills. You will have the option to select courses in areas such as biomechanics, exercise physiology, sport psychology, sport nutrition, strength and conditioning, and performance analysis.

This 18-month Master’s program can pave the way for a career in high-performance sports or enable current professionals to enhance and refresh their expertise in sport science.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Those who earn this applied master’s degree will gain a holistic perspective on sport science. Career paths available to graduates encompass:

Sports Scientist or Strength and Conditioning Specialist roles in professional sports, engaging with teams or individual athletes, and within national and international sporting bodies.

Development officer positions in professional sports and health-oriented organizations.

Consulting roles in corporate and community health and fitness sectors.

Health promotion and lifestyle consultancy services.

Coordination of athletic and sports programs. Graduates from the MSS program are eligible for accreditation with Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand (SESNZ) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Entry requirements

To be eligible for enrollment, candidates must have previously obtained a degree in a sport and/or science-related field from Aotearoa New Zealand or an equivalent qualification.

Additionally, it is generally required that applicants have achieved a minimum Grade Point Average of B in 300-level courses within their degree program.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)