Social and physical bases of mauri ora or flourishing wellness.
Physical education with physical activity and health have been combined to provide students with a well-rounded understanding of the theory and practices of health, wellness and well-being for individuals, communities and populations, whatever their health status.
Physical education, activity and health captures the reasons why we should all be physically active, the physiology behind how physical activity works to influence health, and how to prescribe exercise.
It includes how we can encourage people to be more active, as well as coaching, teaching and instructing about the relevance of physical activity. We focus on the importance of communities, including Māori communities, as well as understanding how the environment relates to being active.
Physical education, activity and health will also appeal to those interested in teaching or coaching sport and exercise. It is designed to equip students with a strong background in the biophysical and socio-cultural sub-disciplines of human movement.
In addition, there is a strong emphasis on applied practice and theory.
Why study Physical Education, Activity and Health?
Physical education and physical activity influences all areas of a person's health and wellbeing. Physical education, or how we learn, teach, coach and instruct, is critical for positive health and wellbeing.
You can learn how to prescribe exercise for healthy individuals and for sedentary populations. You will appreciate and learn how to utilise the strength of wider communities to promote physical activity. You will have the opportunity to engage in practical learning inside and outside of the classroom and exercise laboratories including our specially designed practicum paper.
The course offers a strong Māori physical education and health focus.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities include physical education teaching, working with Māori communities, physical activity and health promoters, green prescription, health and fitness professionals, sport coaching, prescribing exercise in healthy and sedentary populations, wellness facilitators, and leadership roles.
Background required
There are no specific Year 12 or 13 level subjects required for admission. However, biology is helpful and physical education is recommended.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science (BSc) majoring in Physical Education, Activity and Health
| Level | Papers | Points |
|---|
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100-level
| SPEX 101 Sport, Science and Society
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18
|
| SPEX 102 Principles of Exercise for Health and Performance
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18
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| ANAT 101 Anatomy for Sport and Exercise (or (HUBS 191 or PTWY 131) and HUBS 192)
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18
|
| PHSL 101 Physiology for Sport and Exercis (or (HUBS 191 or PTWY 131) and HUBS 192) Note: PTWY 131 is only available to students enrolled in the Diploma in Science. |
18
|
|
200-level
|
Three of:
SPEX 203 Exercise Physiology
SPEX 205 Physical Activity and Health
SPEX 206 Te Pū o te Ora Māori Physical Education and Health
SPEX 207
Understanding Sports Coaching
|
54
|
|
300-level
|
Four of:
SPEX 306 Te Pou o te Koronga Advanced Māori Physical Education and Health
SPEX 307 Coaching, Leadership and Mentoring
SPEX 308 Psychology of Physical Activity
SPEX 309
Active Living and Environment
SPEX 310 Exercise for Clinical Populations
SPEX 316 Practicum
|
72
|
|
Plus
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162 further points. Up to 90 points may be taken from outside Science.
|
162
|
| Total | | 360 |
SPEX papers
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Qualifications
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More information
Contact us
School of Physical Education Sport & Exercise Sciences
Tel +64 3 479 8991
Email physical-education@otago.ac.nz
Website otago.ac.nz/sopeses
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