Exercise & Sport Science takes a biological/physical approach to the study of human movement. Subject areas include: Biomechanics, Exercise Physiology and Motor Learning & Control.

 

Physical Education is a broad academic discipline that encompasses study of the biological, professional and social aspects of physical activity.

 

This major is available for the Bachelor of Physical Education (BPhEd).

 

The School of Physical Education was founded in 1948, making it NZ's oldest academic institution in the area of Physical Education.

 

Now, more than 50 years on, we offer a range of leading-edge degree programmes which incorporate sport, leisure, education and exercise sciences studies.

 

We in Dunedin are also extremely lucky to live among an extraordinary landscape, featuring a harbour, beaches, native bush and natural rocky outcrops. Nearby are the lakes, rivers and mountains of Central Otago.

 

The School of Physical Education takes advantage of all of this, basing many practical activities, research interests and learning opportunities within this remarkable environment.

 

Graduates work in the sport, fitness, recreation and leisure industries as advisers, consultants or marketers.

 

Some teach in secondary schools, while others work in special education programmes, service organisations, government or local authorities.

 

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For advice please contact a University Liaison Officer.

 

Email: physical-education@otago.ac.nz

 

Write to or visit:

School of Physical Education

University of Otago

PO Box 56, Dunedin