Bachelor of Applied Science (Health Promotion)
Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd
Webometrics New Zealand National Ranking: 19
Course Info
Learn how to prescribe and promote physical activity and lifestyle change to help treat and prevent disease.
During our three year programme you'll study theory, become involved in practical sessions and benefit from work placements in your chosen specialisation of Health Promotion. Your studies will teach you how to promote good health and wellbeing.
This qualification will enable you to empower others to make healthier choices, supported by changes in physical, social & economic environments.
This specialisation opens up a variety of possibilities in the physical activity and health related fields. Opportunities could include working as a specialist prescribing physical activity for school or special populations, a consultant in corporate health, a health promoter or further studies.
Bachelor
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University Entrance: NCEA Level 3 (60 credits at level 3 and 20 credits at level 2 or higher) which must include 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three approved* subjects and: 14 credits at Level 3 in each of: biology or human biology or physical education another subject, preferably core health/health education, physics, statistics, mathematics, chemistry, geography, home economics and psychology Human Nutrition specialisation applicants must have a minimum of 14 credits in Chemistry at Level 2) one other subject from the list of approved subjects* Numeracy* - 10 credits at Level 1 or above (specified achievement standards, or unit standards 26623, 26626, 26627) Literacy* - 10 credits at Level 2 or above, made up of 5 credits in reading, 5 credits in writing, OR New Zealand Certificate in Exercise (Level 4) OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation (Level 4) Ara Pre Health Pathway or equivalent. Due to Covid-19 disruption, if you studied and achieved NCEA Level 3 during 2020, you only need 12 credits per Level 3 subject (i.e. total of 36 credits). Literacy and Numeracy requirements remain the same If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency. * NZQA approved subjects: see http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/qualifications-standards/awards/university-entrance/
IELTS: Overall IELTS 6.0 Academic 5.5 Listening 5.5 Reading 5.5 Writing 5.5 Speaking TOFEL: PTE: 0
3 Years
NZD$ 24847.00
*Price shown is for indicative purpose, please check with institution
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MADRAS STREET
Here are some scholarship that are available at The Ara Institute of Canterbury Ltd.
Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship
Tuition Fee Scholarship
For further details, please contact the university website.
- Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
- meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
- not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
- be liable for international full fees.
All international
Combined Adrienne Marshall English Scholarship and Barry Marshall Science Scholarship
Tuition Fee Scholarship
For further details, please contact the university website.
- Be students at the Beijing Huija Private School;
- meet all entry requirements normally applied to the English Language Bridging course and the Bachelor of Science1 course;
- not be Australian citizens or permanent residents of Australia; and
- be liable for international full fees.
All international