Tātari Tinana, Taioranga me te Whakatairanga i te Ora
Health Promotion, Nutrition, Sport and Exercise
Equip yourself with the expertise needed to champion and inspire healthy lifestyles
The rapidly expanding areas of health promotion, nutrition, sports science and exercise offer a wide range of exciting career opportunities. Depending on what you choose to study, you could become a personal trainer, strength and conditioning coach, performance analyst, nutritionist or health promoter working to improve the health and wellbeing of specific communities or the general population.
- American College of Sports Medicine(ACSM)
- Sport New Zealand (Sport NZ)
- Ministry of Health New Zealand
- Sport and Exercise Science New Zealand (SESNZ)
- Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB)
- Sport Canterbury
- High Performance Sport New Zealand
- Health Promotion Forum of New Zealand
- Nutrition Society of New Zealand
- NZ Nutrition Foundation
If you think you may require modifications in order to undertake the practical components of a particular course of study, we encourage you to discuss these with us so we can give them careful consideration.
As it may take time to consider and implement any modifications, please contact disability@ara.ac.nz as early as possible prior to the course starting. We’ll also need to check that there’s no risk of harm to you or anyone else before making a final decision.
Throughout this process we’ll communicate with you in a clear and timely manner.
Related programmes & courses
Bachelor of Applied Science (Human Nutrition)
Gain an in-depth understanding of nutrition and the dietary influences that impact on the health of individuals.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Promotion)
Help enhance health and reduce inequities in the community.
Bachelor of Applied Science (Sport and Exercise Science)
Develop the practical skills and expertise needed to work in a wide range of sports, health and exercise science fields.
New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4)
Turn your passion for sport and exercise into a career in the fitness industry.
Study and Career Preparation - Pre-Health Pathway, Level 4
Prepare for higher level study in health and science.
Study and Career Preparation - Sports, Nutrition and Health Promotion Pathway, Level 3
Gain the academic skills required for higher-level study in sport science, nutrition or health promotion.
Study and Career Preparation - Study Opportunities Pathway, Level 3
Gain the academic skills and entry requirements needed for Level 4 study.
Sport and Exercise Information Session
Explore study options in sport and exercise.
Sport Science, Health Promotion & Nutrition Information Session
Explore study and career options in health promotion and nutrition
Health Promotion, Nutrition & Sport Science Senior Taster
Explore study and career options in health promotion, nutrition and sport science.
Personal Training and Exercise Senior Taster
Explore study and career options in exercise & sport