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Bachelor of:

Health Sciences

Social Work with Honours

Speech and Language Pathology with Honours

Sport Coaching

Youth and Community Leadership

2021He Arataki HauoraIntroduction to Health

Ngā Kai o Roto | ContentsWhy study at UC?1 Welcome to Health2 Study Health at UC4 Actively engaged experts5 Coherent, connected and

relevant programmes6 Diverse research programmes7 A modern learning environment8 Opening doors9 Evidence-informed action10 Solve real-world problems11 Be part of an inclusive and diverse

student communitycover: Suli (centre) completed a Bachelor of Health Sciences and Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice (Nursing). Working as a Pacific Mobile Community Nurse at Tangata Atumotu Trust, Suli runs Siva Samoa, a public health programme with regular fitness classes and wellness checks for members of the Samoan community.

Published Mātahi-a-te-tau | May 2020. Information is correct at the time of print but is subject to change.The University’s official regulations are at www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

Plan your degree12 Bachelor of Health Sciences13 Bachelor of Social Work

with Honours14 Bachelor of Speech and Language

Pathology with Honours 15 Bachelor of Sport Coaching16 Bachelor of Youth and

Community Leadership 17 Certificates and related degrees19 Postgraduate options

Subjects20 Subjects

More information29 UC Health graduates31 Frequently asked questions32 Contact us

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17 health subjects and

4 health-oriented degrees

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Kōkiri mai rā e ngā mana puipuiaki, e ngā reo tongarerewa kua rangitāmirohia e tā tātou kaupapa hauora o Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha.

E tau mai nei!

If you are inspired to make a positive difference for people, communities, countries, and even the world, then Health could be the subject for you. Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha University of Canterbury (UC) has many options for you to get a recognised and respected health-related qualification.

Health is incorporated into a variety of programmes across UC. Te Kura Mātai Hauora | School of Health Sciences offers two undergraduate degrees — the Bachelor of Health Sciences and the Bachelor of Sport Coaching — while the Bachelor of Social Work with Honours and the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours are offered by other colleges.

If you already have a degree, UC has health-related postgraduate options that will develop your specialist

Nau mai, tauti mai ki te Hauora. Welcome to Health at UC.

knowledge, such as Child and Family Psychology, Counselling, Audiology, and our Master of Health Sciences and Nursing pathways.

If you have the passion for health, we have the qualifications where you can make a difference. Join our inspiring health graduates in helping to make positive and meaningful change in people’s lives, engaging with whānau, workplaces, and communities. We look forward to welcoming you to UC.

Professor Letitia Fickel Amorangi Taupua | Pro-Vice-Chancellor Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of Education, Health and Human Development

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44,000Estimated number of

new jobs that will exist in the fitness and sports

sector by 2026

Actively engaged expertsOur lecturers are national and international experts in a range of health and sport disciplines.Their interprofessional approach to teaching recognises that healthcare requires collaboration between services and sectors, to improve outcomes for everyone (page 4).

Study Health at UCHealth is becoming more about wellness and prevention, with a stronger focus on community. Sport is now more professional, and not just about performance but wider participation — ultimately, it’s all about people.At UC we recognise this shift, and prepare you for diverse roles, from frontline, nurses, psychologists, sports coaches, and health promoters, to programme design, policy, and management.

Coherent, connected, and relevant programmesWhatever your role in health, you will require up-to-date comprehensive knowledge and skills. Cutting-edge research is incorporated into our courses and programmes, so you gain knowledge as it is developing in the field (page 5).

Diverse research programmesUC Health is incorporated into many subjects across different degrees. As a result, researchers are engaging from different perspectives — from nutrition to psychology, social work to sport, geography to youth development (page 6).

A vibrant campusFlexible learning spaces and the latest technology both support and encourage interactive learning and collaboration. You’ll be learning alongside other students and developing your practical skills (page 7).

Bachelor of Health Sciences graduate Eve Ji conducts an Appetite for Life workshop, as part of her employment with Pegasus Health Ltd.

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Shaquel — SPORT FOR LIFE Ngāti Porou Certificate in University Preparation Studying towards a Bachelor of Sport Coaching in Sports Leadership and Management with a minor in Strength and Conditioning

Opening doorsThe knowledge, skills, and qualifications you gain will open doors to meaningful employment, and new exciting life opportunities. Our qualifications give you flexibility so you can tailor your studies to your interests, forging a pathway to the career you want (page 8).

Evidence-informed actionThroughout your degree, you will apply theory and learning to real-world problems, through projects, internships, and practicums. Your actions will be well-informed and grounded in current research and best practices (page 9).

Solve real-world problemsUC Health is focused on all aspects of human health and wellbeing over the life course. You will engage with communities, organisations and businesses, schools, and clubs, thereby helping you become a health leader (page 10).

Be part of an inclusive and diverse student communityExplore, learn, and connect everyday — there is a variety of social, volunteer, and sports opportunities. Being involved in campus and community projects and events will build your confidence and capabilities (page 11).

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Working together towards better healthA wide range of clinical and non-clinical health experts work at UC, bringing a wealth of professional work experience. Our interprofessional approach to teaching recognises that healthcare requires collaboration between services and sectors. An integrated health approach improves outcomes for everyone.

Home to the expertsWhat are our researchers investigating? The list is innumerable, but here are just a few examples: decision making in health care, informatics, Māori health, population health, environmental impacts on health, child development, access to

health services, statistical modelling, health and physical activity, culture and sport, and sport and exercise psychology.

Research with impactOur health leaders are focused on making a positive impact in communities and in people’s lives. Everything we do — the research we conduct, the leadership roles we undertake, the sector partnerships we forge, and the learning environments we create — is focused on improving wellbeing and health.

Actively engaged expertsOur lecturers take an interprofessional approach to teaching by national and international experts from a range of health and sport disciplines.

UC has the

TOP RANKED

research department in Aotearoa New Zealand for

Public Health*

‘My research focuses on uncovering the mechanisms that shape high-risk child development, and in turn identify more e�ective early identification and intervention strategies to optimise the life course opportunities of children at biological and social risk.

Christchurch is my hometown and I am really excited about the opportunities o�ered by the new Health Precinct and how I can make a positive contribution to Health Sciences at the University of Canterbury. Christchurch and the University have given a lot to me over the years, and I am happy to have an opportunity to give back.’

Professor Lianne WoodwardHead of School, Te Kura Mātai Hauora | School of Health Sciences

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Lianne


Evidence-based teachingAt UC, we’re changing the way we teach to reflect the future way of working and to ensure successful pathways for students. Our degree programmes are evidence and practice-based, and designed to address the needs of working professionals and the community. There are programmes that work with and inform government, NGOs, and regional partners.

Addressing population health needsThe Bachelor of Health Sciences degree was designed specifically to address Aotearoa New Zealand’s growing healthcare sector by preparing graduates with the skills required for non-clinical roles. Our Sport Coaching degree recognises that sport now operates in a more professional, scientific, and entrepreneurial space.

By shifting its focus from performance to participation, sport becomes a way to foster social, physical, and mental wellbeing.

UC’s postgraduate Child and Family Psychology programme is unique within Aotearoa, and was designed to meet market demand for registered psychologists specifically trained to work with children, adolescents, and families.

Designed for the futureUC’s multidisciplinary approach allows you to develop the skillsets that employers are seeking: collaboration, cultural responsiveness, and innovation. The time you spend in internships, practice clinics, labs, and gyms prepares you well for the workforce. UC graduates are strongly sought after as they have learned to embrace new challenges, and are keen to connect and make positive difference in people’s lives.

Coherent, connected, and relevant programmesOur courses ensure your knowledge and skills are comprehensive and current to whatever your role.

‘Health and wellbeing is crucial to both an individual and to society as a whole. This degree sets you up with the knowledge base to face crucial health issues relating to society today.You have to know what you want from the degree. Don’t be afraid to ask questions, everyone is here to help.

I love working within the Pacific community, focusing on health and wellbeing, especially in areas of physical activity promotion and community empowerment. I feel I have made a greater impact with those who I train, with the knowledge base learnt from the various papers in the degree.’

SuliBachelor of Health Sciences Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice (Nursing)Registered Nurse Pacific Mobile Community Nurse, Tangata Atumotu Trust

UC’S MASTER OF

COUNSELLING is the only postgraduate counselling programme

in Te Waipounamu South Island.

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Research in actionOur research hubs and facilities specialise in areas such as health assessment, epidemiology, complementary and alternative medicine, exercise, sports science, and public health. Our innovative research is informing policy and practice to help improve people’s lives.

For instance, a desire to challenge assumptions around disability and to ground social advocacy in research led Dr Johnny Bourke to his doctoral research. It focused on the community inclusion of wheelchair users in the long-term following a natural disaster. His research provides a massive opportunity to realise some policies around disability rights and human rights.

Find your specialisationYou will encounter a multitude of views, expertise, and insights that will help you specialise. Our postgraduate courses focus on enhanced health and wellbeing through the lifespan, from early childhood intervention to palliative care.

Another focus is on the functioning of the health system, from the management of health information to health in communities.

Purposeful and personalisedWhat we teach in our programmes is focused yet adaptable — it’s about what matters to you. You have the flexibility to tailor your studies around your interests, passions, and aspirations to get the outcome you want. We will offer plenty of guidance and support along the way.

Postgraduate students can build on their existing knowledge, and work in partnership with academic staff.

Diverse research programmesPublic health, psychology, social work, sport, geography, or youth development — UC Health is multi-disciplinary.

THE PUKEMANU

CENTRE is managed by registered

psychologists and operates as part of the professional training course for students in advanced

postgraduate training in Child and Family Psychology.

‘One of the key findings was that disaster recovery for people living with disability at a wider level needs to move from the individual vulnerability model to how society as a whole can make the life of people with physical impairment easier, improving social structures.’

Dr Johnny BourkeBachelor of Arts, PhD in Health Sciences Disability and PLEx Research Lead Burwood Academy of Independent Living Hā-i-mano

Dr Johnny Bourke with Professor Philip Schluter


Rehua is your home on campusWe are proud that Rehua, our new building on Ilam campus, is embraced by students from across the University. Make use of our study spaces, catch up with friends at Therapy, the in-house café, and join us for morning karakia and waiata during term time. Make Rehua your home on campus.

State-of-the-art facilitiesOur Sport Science, Biomechanics, and Strength and Conditioning laboratories provide you with a dynamic environment filled with sport-related technologies, testing, and performance equipment. Performance analysis software is used to assist students, community, and professional athletes and sports groups with strength and conditioning training, and improving performance and technique.

Classrooms are placed alongside gym spaces so that you can apply theory directly into practice. Adaptable labs transform from lesson to lesson — one day you’ll be using radar equipment to

gauge throwing speeds, the next a trampoline to test the effects of short-burst interval training on fitness gains.

In the heart of the health precinctMany of our postgraduate health courses are based at Manawa, in the heart of the city, connecting students and staff with the central city health precinct and world-class sports facilities.

Manawa is a world-class hub for health education, research, and innovation, bringing together a network of world-class researchers, students, and clinicians. A collaboration between UC, Ara Institute of Canterbury, and Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB), Manawa is part of Ōtautahi Christchurch’s new Te Papa Hauora | Health Precinct.

Guest lectures, workshops, and seminars are held in Manawa each year, placing our academics at the forefront of the health sector.

A vibrant campusHealth and wellness are at the heart of the campus and the city.

In Ngāi Tahu narratives, Rehua was the son of Ranginui (Sky Father) and Papatuanuku (Earth Mother) and a rangatira chief among the stars in the night sky.

As well as being the brightest whetu (star), Rehua heralds the beginning of raumati (summer) and is associated with wellness, healing, and leadership.

The name of our building, Rehua, was given by Ngāi Tūāhuriri, the hapū who hold the mana whenua for Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha University of Canterbury.

UNIQUE FACILITIESUC has high-tech equipment

not found in other gyms in Christchurch and is amongst the

top facilities for elite training used by the wider sports community.

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Join a growing workforce Health and Sport graduates have gone on to become health consultants, physical health advisors (Green Prescription), business managers, ACC facilitators, community engagement coordinators (Cancer Society), national health educators (Endometriosis NZ), policy analysts (Ministry for Primary Industries), performance analysis coaches, counsellors, social workers, and personal trainers.

Other graduates have successfully pursued a career in teaching through one of UC’s one-year graduate teaching programmes.

Engage and understandWhether you are a school leaver or someone looking for a career change, we will equip you with the skills you need to succeed in the health sector.

You will gain experiences interacting with people from many different backgrounds. This will sharpen your communication and leader ship skills, as well as advance your understanding of the issues affecting communities and how we can address them.

Whatever programme you study, you will learn to develop strategies that influence change. By the time you graduate, you will be experienced in connecting with people to make positive changes in their lives and the lives of others.

UC INTERNS

are creative, self-starters and show initiative

‘I’m working for Purapura Whetu, which is a Māori based mental health organisation. We work from a Kaupapa Māori perspective, so we integrate Māori philosophies into our treatment and try to make our clients feel more connected to their Māori side. It’s less clinical than what you get from mainstream mental health organisations.

At UC, I learned skills that I use every day in my job, like organisational skills, communication skills, professionalism, and knowledge of physical activity. I walked away from uni being able to implement really strong life skills into my working practice.’

RachelNgāpuhi, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāti Whatua, Tainui Bachelor of Sport Coaching Whānau Ora Coordinator, Purapura Whetu

Opening doorsGain the knowledge, skills, and qualifications that will help you open doors to meaningful employment and new, exciting life opportunities.

Rachel


Real-world experienceYour actions will be well-informed and based on current research and best practices. In the Bachelor of Sport Coaching, students undertake a 120-hour internship with a sports organisation, for example Sport Canterbury or the Canterbury Crusaders, to build their leadership capabilities and gain real-world industry-based skills.

Health Sciences students can also complete a 300-level internship course where they will apply their knowledge and skills to a project developed in collaboration with external health providers.

Challenge yourself to be the best you can beThe health workforce has become more diverse and interdisciplinary. It requires people from different backgrounds and a problem-solving approach to answer the big questions facing population health. This is why we foster a multidisciplinary approach in our teaching.

A great strength of the UC Health Sciences team is in that intersection between health and sport — aspects such as nutrition, physical activity, exercise, behaviour change, and health education feature across our degrees.

You will have opportunities to work across teams and participate in community projects where you can share what you know and learn from others.

Evidence-informed actionWhatever you learn throughout your degree will be backed by hands-on experience, giving you workplace skills.

‘I’m looking at ways to use athletes data to reduce injuries. Right now athletes wear some very clever devices that gather a whole range of metrics such as distance covered and top speeds. I get to take all this information and find ways to use it. I love it because I’m helping athletes get to a stage where they’re reaching their potential. It’s not a dust collector PhD!

I’d always wanted to turn my research into something I can apply in the real world. I stumbled across the Centre of Entrepreneurship’s start-up programme. We did a pitch competition and won. We also won the entré 85K start-up challenge for our product called Komodo Monitr and received $17,500 cash and $10,000 of in-kind services.’

ChrisStudying towards a PhD in Education Chief Executive, Monitr

120-HOURinternship in your final year of the Sport Coaching degree

Chris



Become a health leaderHealthcare is becoming more personalised as people become more aware of health issues and participate in their own healthcare decisions.

Studying UC Health will prepare you to be an influential and productive member of multi-disciplinary teams, and ultimately become a health leader, by engaging with communities, organisations and businesses, schools, and clubs.

Understand the impactUnderstanding the ethical, social, economic, environmental, cultural, and political determinants of health is a cornerstone of our programmes. We challenge our students to develop strategies addressing complex health issues.

You will develop a strong knowledge of how government, systems, and legislation impact different people and communities.

Connect with employers while you studyThere are internship opportunities in the professional areas students want to work in.

This allows you to connect with a business or organisation, make an impact, and see how your education works in the real world. You get to show them what you can do. Many of our dynamic students even land jobs based on their internship experiences.

UC is also connected to a wide range of community-level healthcare organisations such as Smokefree, All Right?, Disability Services, and more.

Solve real-world problemsYou’ll be helping people make health choices and decisions based on what matters to them and their whānau.

UC helps the Cancer Society with evidence-based advocacy.

Our research helped convince the Christchurch City Council that businesses would support

smokefree policies

‘I would definitely recommend taking advantage of any internships o�ered as it allows you to practice what you are learning and get an insight into life after university. The internship opportunities allowed me to get my foot in the door within Sport Canterbury and gave me more of an insight into the health field as well as a hands-on experience.

‘You become more than just a number within this degree. You get to know your lecturers and they get to know you. This opens up a great support network which is important throughout study and once you leave university. If you’re passionate about health and wellbeing and want to build your confidence, then this degree is definitely suited for you.’

OliviaBachelor of Health Sciences Physical Health Advisor, Rongoā Kākāriki, Sport Canterbury

Olivia


Be part of an inclusive and diverse student communityExplore, learn, and connect everyday.

Smaller class sizes allow for

MORE FACE-TIME

with lecturers

‘I’ve really loved working with the student Equity and Wellbeing group. We meet twice a term to discuss issues. I’ve also loved being a part of HealthSoc, taking on the role of Vice President. It’s a wonderful group that provides an extra level of belonging and support for Health students.

Everything is extremely student-centred at UC. They really want you to thrive. They don’t just want you to study and leave, they want you to make the most of the whole uni experience.’

MegBachelor of Health Sciences Step Up: Health Navigator, Pegasus Health

Connect for your wellbeingUC has over 180 student clubs and societies — all ready to help you meet new people, get academic support, play a sport, discover a new hobby, or explore new pursuits. Look out for HealthSoc and other student events held on campus during the year.

Stay active, stay wellGet involved with UC Rec & Sport to make friends, stay active, and stay well. They offer a range of activities from fun social sports to team competitions. Use the gym, do yoga or pilates, and even design your own fitness programme.

Our academic programmes are also integrated with student sport. For example, Sports Science students intern with UC Club teams. You’ll see fellow students making health and sport a part of their daily lives.

The All Right? AmbleTo ensure the connection between theory and practice, BHSc students are given the opportunity to organise the ‘All Right? Amble’ in the Ōtautahi Botanic Gardens, at local schools and on campus. Students design and implement activity stations, dedicated to the ‘five ways to wellbeing’ — take notice, be active, connect, keep learning, and give. These practical opportunities allow students to connect with the public, and actively promote healthy living.

Meg

All Right? Amble



Bachelor of Health Sciences. BHScThe BHSc is a three-year programme that provides a comprehensive overview of health and health care. It is a multidisciplinary qualification and our graduates are using their skills in the health sector and beyond. Aotearoa New Zealand's health and disability sector is characterised by a diverse workforce made up of many occupations. This diversity is essential to providing the range of services required to meet individual and public health outcomes.

This programme is based on world-leading research and provides the opportunity for internships in health-related workplaces.

Degree structure• The BHSc requires a total of 360 points made

up of 135 points from compulsory courses and at least 90 points from one subject major.

• The first year of study gives you a foundation in Health Sciences through core courses introducing students to health studies, human biology, epidemiology, and Māori health. Students will also undertake courses from their chosen major.

• At least 225 of the total points must be for courses above 100-level. In the second and third years of study, you will gain specialist knowledge in their chosen major.

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Workplace skills and knowledgeThis degree will provide you with an awareness of the critical health challenges facing Aotearoa. Essential workplace skills will be gained in cultural competency and working with communities to improve health outcomes.

You will graduate being able to evaluate quantitative, qualitative, and Kaupapa Māori information, equipping you for decision-making in the workplace.

Graduating BHSc students who complete HLTH 312 Health Planning, Implementation and Evaluation are recognised by the Health Promotion Forum as meeting the foundation knowledge and understanding of Ngā Kaiakatanga Hauora mō Aotearoa | Health Promotion Competencies for New Zealand.

Major subjectsMajorsEnvironmental HealthHealth EducationMāori and Indigenous HealthPsychologyPublic HealthSociety and Policy

Double majorsMany students choose to enrol in a double major and this can often be completed in the same length of time as a single major. Students commonly combine majors in Public Health, and Society and Policy; Health Education and Psychology; and Māori and Indigenous Health and Public Health. Elective courses may be chosen from Health Sciences or other degrees across the University.

Further studyStudents with a health-related undergraduate degree may apply for entry to postgraduate Health Sciences programmes. Students with the appropriate background may be able to apply for programmes in Counselling, Child and Family Psychology, and Nursing*. See page 19 for more on the graduate and postgraduate qualifications on offer at UC. * The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice and Bachelor of Nursing joint initiative between UC and the Ara Institute of Canterbury gives the opportunity for students who already hold a relevant degree to gain two further qualifications in just two years.

Career opportunitiesThe BHSc at UC is ideal preparation to equip students to work within the many non-clinical areas of health, health management, and health care. You will gain multidisciplinary skills and insights that are highly valued in these fields.

Health Sciences graduates work in settings such as district health boards, government ministries, local government, non-government organisations, Māori health providers, aged residential care, schools, primary care organisations, universities, and polytechnics.

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Compulsory courses

Bachelor of Health Sciences majoring in Health Education – typical degree structure

Major courses

Other courses from Health Sciences or other degrees

Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points (or more).Some majors have different requirements. For full course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

HLTH201

HLTH202

MAOR 270 or MAOR 212

HLED221

HLED222

HLED223

HLTH101

HLTH110

HLTH106

BIOL116

HLED121

HLED122

200Level

100Level

100Level

100Level

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3HLED321

HLED322

HLTH301

300Level

300Level

200Level

200Level


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Bachelor of Social Work with Honours. BSW(Hons)This highly regarded interdisciplinary degree will engage you in both theory and practice, equipping you for a wide range of people-related work. The Bachelor of Social Work with Honours (BSW(Hons)) at UC is Aotearoa New Zealand’s most established Social Work programme. Recognised by the Social Workers Registration Board, the BSW(Hons) is ideal for those with a commitment to working with others in overcoming personal and institutional barriers to wellbeing, and promoting the full potential of people.

Recommended preparationEntry to the first year of the BSW(Hons) is open to all students with entry to the University.

While no particular school subjects are required, a background in subjects promoting communication skills such as English, History, Geography, or te reo Māori is useful. Volunteer work in the community is also good preparation.

Degree structureThe BSW(Hons) requires a total of 480 points:

• 405 points comprising compulsory Social Work (SOWK) and Human Services (HSRV) courses

• 75 points of elective courses chosen from subjects such as Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Education, Human Services, Māori and Indigenous Studies, Political Science and International Relations, Psychology, Sociology, and Te Reo Māori.

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Second year and beyondEntry to Social Work courses at 200-level and above is competitive. Completed courses at 100 and 200-level can be credited to a Bachelor of Arts (BA) if you are unable to, or choose not to, continue with a BSW(Hons).

In your fourth year, 80% of your work will be in the field, allowing you to put into practice the knowledge and skills you have gained.


Further studyFurther study can be undertaken in master's (thesis and applied), and PhD programmes.

See page 19 for more details.

Compulsory courses Courses chosen from ANTH, CRJU, EDUC, MAOR, POLS, PSYC, SOCI, TREO, or WRIT 101

1 Choose from CULT 202, HIST 243, HSRV 208, HSRV 210, MAOR 270, MAOR 285, COMS 207, POLS 206, POLS 212, or SOCI 218.Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points (or more).

Bachelor of Social Work with Honours – typical degree structure

SOWK201

SOWK202

SOWK203

SOWK101

SOWK102

SOWK104

HSRV103

100Level

MAOR108 or 165

SOWK205

HSRV206

MAOR212

HSRV204

200Level1

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4SOWK490

SOWK491

SOWK492

SOWK303

SOWK304

SOWK308

SOWK390

SOWK301

100Level

100Level

Courses from Arts or other degrees

Career opportunitiesStudents develop a strong academic and practice foundation in the social sciences and social work at UC, which prepares them to be social workers, policy analysts, and researchers in both statutory and non-government sectors.

Graduates are highly employable overseas, particularly in the UK and Australia.

Social Work graduates are employed in a wide variety of fields including family welfare, child protection, justice, education, community development, and all areas of health and wellbeing.


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Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours. BSLP(Hons)Over the four years of this degree, students gain the knowledge and skills to assist a wide variety of people with communication and swallowing disorders. The Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours (BSLP(Hons)) is a highly regarded, professional degree accredited by the New Zealand Speech–language Therapists' Association. UC students are able to utilise excellent on-site resources including clinics and research facilities.

Recommended preparation

Entry into the Intermediate YearThe Intermediate Year is open to all students with University Entrance. A background in science is recommended.

Entry into the Professional YearsThe first year is followed by the Professional Years. Entry into the Professional Years is limited and is based on completion of the Intermediate Year, academic merit (normally a B+ or better grade average), and fluency in English. Relevant work experience may also be considered. Applications for entry to the First Professional Year close on 1 October of the preceding year, although late applications will be considered if places are available.

If you are unsuccessful in gaining a place in the First Professional Year, your completed courses can usually be credited to a BSc, BHSc, or BA.

Degree structureThe BSLP(Hons) requires a total of 480 points.

The Intermediate YearThe first year (Intermediate Year) comprises a minimum of 120 points or eight 15-point courses (or equivalent). The Intermediate courses may be taken in one full-time year of study or accumulated over more than one year.

The compulsory courses in your first year cover anatomy, physiology, and statistics. Students must also take one course in Māori culture, language, or health. The four recommended courses cover communication disorders, linguistics, and psychology.

The Professional YearsFirst Professional Year courses focus on speech and language development and disorders, evidence-based practice, and audiology. By working with a range of clients you will gain practical experience (which represents up to 25% of the year's work).

In the Second Professional Year, you continue studying different types of communication disorders, work with practising therapists. and complete coursework in a hospital setting. This year your fieldwork increases to 30%.

In the Third Professional Year, you take more advanced courses and also complete research work. About half of your year will be based in the field, and you will spend more time taking responsibility for the assessment of clients and the planning, management, and evaluation of therapy programmes.

Further studyPostgraduate options include:

• Master of Audiology

• Master of Science (majoring in Speech and Language Sciences)

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

Career opportunitiesOur graduates are in demand and highly employable both in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas. They go on to work in hospitals, schools, and private clinics. Some of our graduates now have their own private practices, while others are working in research labs, and designing and developing new speech–language technologies.

The BSLP(Hons) is recognised in Australia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Canada.


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Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours – typical degree structure

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25%

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Compulsory courses Clinical placement

Year 1 – Intermediate

Year 2 – 1st Professional

Year 3 – 2nd Professional

Year 4 – 3rd Professional

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100Level2

100Level2

100Level2

Elective courses

100Level2

1 Students must take one of the following: HLTH 106; MAOR 165; MAOR 172; TREO 110; TREO 111.2 Students can choose courses from other degrees to make up 120 points. Some courses are recommended – go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulationsEach small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points (or more).



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Bachelor of Sport Coaching. BSpCThe Bachelor of Sport Coaching (BSpC) is the only specialist sport coaching degree in Aotearoa. With flexible learning and internships, this qualification caters for a variety of students. UC students gain key skills employers are looking for, not just in sport and related fields, but in everything from communications to corporate management. BSpC students learn skills such as leadership, accountability, communication, teamwork, motivation, and psychology.

This degree also provides a recognised pathway for entry to teaching qualifications, in particular physical education and health teaching at secondary level. There is the ability to include additional teaching subjects (eg, maths or science) through the optional course spaces in the degree.

Entry requirementsThe BSpC has an intake in February or July.

Applicants under 20 years old must have University Entrance or provide evidence of their ability to complete tertiary study successfully.

As some of the courses within this programme involve working with children, a police check and interview will be completed at the beginning of these courses — you will be sent information on how to complete these at the appropriate time.

Degree structureThe BSpC requires courses to a total of 360 points. These are grouped into three strands:

• Pedagogy (the theory and application of coaching and learning)

• Sport and exercise sciences

• Sociology of sport.

All students complete one major within the degree, and can also choose a second major or a minor.

MinorsMinor subject options are available in Youth and Community Leadership, from the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, and Bachelor of Science. A minor requires 75 points of courses, with 45 points above 100-level.

Subject Major MinorAdventure Sport and Environment

•

Performance Analysis • •

Physical Education •

Nutrition •

Sport Science • •

Sports Leadership and Management

•

Strength and Conditioning

•

Strength and Conditioning with Nutrition

•

Applied learning in contextThe degree has strong practical elements, including two or three practicums coaching teams in the context of your choosing, and a 120-hour internship in a professional sporting workplace as part of your final year.


Distance learning optionMost BSpC courses can be studied on campus or online, full-time or part-time.

Certificate optionsFor an entry-level qualification in Sport Coaching, the Certificate in Sport Coaching (CertSpC) is available part-time or over one semester — see page 17.

For those with an undergraduate degree or relevant post-secondary school study and work experience, the Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching is an online, flexible learning qualification that enables students to develop their professional coaching skills.

Further studyGraduates can complete a qualification in one year to become a teacher or manager:

• Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning

• Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning*

• Master of Sport Science

• Master of Teaching and Learning

• Master of Business Management

• Postgraduate Certificate in Sport Science

• Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Science. * Subject to Te Pōkai Tara | Universities New Zealand CUAP approval, due July 2020.

Career opportunitiesYou can enjoy a varied career in professional and community sporting organisations and management roles both within and beyond sport.

Past students have used the 120-hour internship to gain experience at the Canterbury Rugby Union, High Performance Sport New Zealand, and Sport Canterbury.

Recent graduates have become strength and conditioning coaches, community sports coordinators and advisors, performance analysts, sport scientists, as well as teachers, police officers, project planners, and managers.



200 Level or above

Bachelor of Sport Coaching – typical degree structure

1 You must ensure that you complete the required courses for at least one major.2 At least 90 points must be at 300-level. For full major requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations Each block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points (or more).

200 Level or above

SPCO320

300Level

200 Level or above2

SPCO 201 or SPCO 302

SPCO208

SPCO209

200Level

200Level

200Level

300Level

300Level

100 Level or above

SPCO101

SPCO102

SPCO104

SPCO105

SPCO110

SPCO107

100 Level or above

100Level

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3 300

Level

Core courses Courses required for major1

Optionalcourses

100 Level or above

200 Level or above


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Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. BYCLThe Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership (BYCL) meets a growing need for innovative leaders who can make an impact on national and global challenges that are being encountered by youth and other communities.This degree develops professional leadership and entrepreneurial skills for those passionate about issues such as sustainability, human rights, equality, and humanitarian efforts. The BYCL builds on UC’s international reputation in social action, and offers real-world leadership and project experience by way of theoretical study and applied learning.

Youth and Community Leadership prepares students with the knowledge and skills to identify and apply leadership to action change, making this an ideal degree for those wanting to create a better world for the future.

Entry requirementsAdmission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.

Students with English as an additional language are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

Degree structureThe BYCL is a 360-point degree, with at least 225 points at 200-level or above:

• 150 points of compulsory courses in leadership development

• 105 points of optional courses in a range of Arts and Commerce subjects

• up to 105 points of courses from any bachelor’s degree at UC.

You may also choose to do a minor within the degree, from subject options in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Sport Coaching. A minor requires 75 points of courses, with 45 points above 100-level. See the degree webpages for the list of available minor subjects.

For study planning help, contact Te Rōpū Takawaenga | Liaison Office (new students) or a Te Rāngai Ako me te Hauora | College of Education, Health and Human Development Student Advisor (advancing students).

Double degreesIt is possible to combine the Youth and Community Leadership degree with other degrees, such as the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Communication, Bachelor of Commerce, and Bachelor of Criminal Justice.

If you are considering a double degree you should get advice from Te Rāngai Toi Tangata College of Arts Student Advisors or Te Rōpū Takawaenga | Liaison Office.

Career opportunitiesAs global tensions become more prominent and cause more reactionary social movements, the world will continue to benefit from meaningful action from strong leaders.

The Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership produces graduates who are more socially, ethically, and culturally aware. They will have skills in effective communications, project management, stakeholder engagement, leadership, research, and solution-based thinking that will create real results.

BYCL graduates will be strong leaders in their area of interest, with career examples including politics, teaching, iwi development, community services, humanitarian efforts, charities, not-for-profits, government, consultation, media and marketing, social entrepreneurship, and advocacy.



Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership– typical degree structure

Compulsory courses

Elective courses

Each small block represents a 15-point course. However, some courses may be 30 points (or more).For full course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

200Level

200Level

100 or 200 Level

100Level

100Level

200Level

100Level

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Courses from Arts or other degrees

YACL101

CHCH101

EDUC 101 or EDUC 102 or

POLS 103100Level

100Level

YACL201

EDUC206

CULT 202 or EDUC 204 or

INOV 290200Level

EDUC 302 or EDUC 339

200 or 300 Level

200 or 300 Level

YACL301

YACL302

300Level

300Level




Certificate in ArtsThis is an option if you are unsure about whether university is for you or if you can only study part-time.

The certificate comprises four standard courses (a minimum of 60 points) at 100 and/or 200-level in no more than two subjects, and can be completed part-time, up to six years.

The Certificate in Arts can be used as a stepping stone to the Bachelor of Arts.

Certificate in Arts — subjects availableAnthropology Human ServicesArt History and Theory JapaneseChinese LinguisticsCinema Studies Māori and Indigenous

StudiesClassics MathematicsCultural Studies Media and

CommunicationDigital Humanities MusicEconomics PhilosophyEducation Political Science

and International Relations

English PsychologyEnglish Language RussianEuropean and European Union Studies

Sociology

French SpanishGeography StatisticsGerman Te Reo MāoriHistory


Te Rāngai Toi Tangata | College of ArtsT: +64 3 369 3377E: [email protected]/arts

Certificate in Sport CoachingDesigned for working professionals from any walk of life who want to develop their skills and knowledge in the area of Sport Coaching, this certificate can be completed by distance around your other commitments.

Coaches can complement and enhance their work-based skills or, if you are currently not employed in the sporting industry, you can develop skills and competencies to support your knowledge and performance in the area of Sport Coaching and related fields.

The Certificate in Sport Coaching comprises a minimum of 60 points at 100 and 200-level and can be completed full-time over one semester or up to two years part-time. Once complete, you may be exempt 60 points from the Bachelor of Sport Coaching.

The CertSpC comprises two core courses SPCO 101 Introduction to Sport Coaching and SPCO 201 Athlete-Centred Coaching 1, plus two other optional courses.



Certificate in Sport Coaching – possible structure

Level

Each block represents a 15-point course.

Core courses

Year 1SPCO

101 or 102SPCO201

100 or 200 Level

100 or 200 Level

Optional courses

Arts subject (eg, Anthropology)

Certificate in Arts – possible structure

LevelLevel

Each block represents a 15-point course. This diagram is an example only – other combinations are possible.For full course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

100 or 200Level

100 or 200Level

100 or 200Level

Year 1100 or 200

Level

Related degrees

Bachelor of ArtsWith over 25 major subjects to choose from and spanning the humanities, social sciences, languages and creative arts, UC Arts students can follow their passion and gain valuable skills for employment.

Over the three years of your Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree, you will gain critical thinking, creative problem solving, and communication skills that employers want, and there are unique practical experiences such as internships on offer too.

Health-related majors of the BA include Education (child and adolescent development), Geography, Human Services, Psychology, and Sociology.

Bachelor of Engineering with HonoursThe Bachelor of Engineering with Honours (BE(Hons)) gives a broad undergraduate degree which allows students the opportunity to specialise in the area of health via their final-year project. Students work on “Bench to Bedside” projects which apply technology to health fields, increasing efficiency and quality.

Each year a number of students studying a BE(Hons) in Mechanical Engineering work in the ICU department at Christchurch Hospital on their final-year projects. Adding the Biomedical Engineering minor to this degree will focus on project work throughout study, in designing, maintaining, and implementing medical and health technologies.

Completing a BE(Hons) in Chemical and Process Engineering with a minor in Bioprocess Engineering gives graduates leverage in obtaining jobs in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and nutraceutical industries.

Bachelor of ScienceA Bachelor of Science (BSc) is a flexible three-year degree that allows you to study a wide range of subjects, while specialising in one or two areas. A BSc will extend your knowledge in multiple interest areas, satisfying many questions you may have about the world and encourage you to investigate even further.

Health-related majors include Biochemistry, Geography, Medicinal Chemistry, and Psychology.

Certificates and related degrees



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CHCH 101 The Green Lab — Family Recovery Garden

‘I was lucky in that two of my certificate in university preparation courses were largely psychology based so I learned a lot before even starting my psychology degree.I’ve been able to develop a lot of di�erent skills, which will be extremely important for life after university. Some papers require presentations which help with public speaking skills, and there’s lots of written assessments so my writing has really improved as well. The topics are also interesting, with many courses providing the option for critical thinking.’

JamesCertificate in University Preparation Bachelor of Science in Psychology Studying towards a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Psychology Triage/Clinical Support Worker and Volunteer Helpline Counsellor, Youthline

Certificate in Youth and Community LeadershipThe Certificate in Youth and Community Leadership (CertYCL) builds on UC’s expertise and reputation for humanitarian work and social activism.

Students will develop introductory leadership skills and explore global issues they are passionate about resolving, with the opportunity to carry out group projects in the local community.

This programme is an especially good option for working professionals and those already in leadership positions, or students who do not want to commit to the full bachelor’s degree.


In the Certificate in Youth and Community Leadership students will learn about leadership of the self, and leading with others, through exploration and experience of a wide range of contemporary leadership theories, including those that emanate from the unique culture of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Certificate in Youth and Community Leadership

Level

Each block represents a 15-point course. For full course requirements, go to www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations

Compulsory courses

Year 1YACL101

CHCH101

EDUC101

YACL201

They will also will study learning: how and why people learn, and what this means for leading change.

Their final course will be CHCH 101, the heritage service learning course that is at the heart of community engagement.





https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/get-started/why-uc/student-profiles/student-profiles-by-subject/psychology/james-mckie.html

Career opportunitiesThe health sector is one of Aotearoa’s biggest employers with a wide range of clinical career opportunities. The health workforce also includes many non-clinical roles, which make up about one third of the total health workforce.

There are health-related career opportunities in local and central government, the voluntary sector, social services, industry, and research. In an increasingly diverse and ageing society, career opportunities in the health workforce will continue to expand.

A health sciences specialisation can lead to work in such areas as health promotion, health and community, behaviour change, health policy, administration, information management, health technology assessment, and research.

www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers/students/subjects

Postgraduate options

UC o�ers a variety of interdisciplinary postgraduate options that include clinical and non-clinical programmes.UC’s Health lecturers and researchers work collaboratively across the Colleges of Engineering, Education, Health and Human Development, Arts, and Science, as well as with other tertiary institutions and the health sector. Increasingly, employment in the health sector requires postgraduate qualifications, particularly for senior roles. Our programmes and research activities respond to the dynamic nature of the health sector and its workforce.

Postgraduate Health qualifications give health professionals, non-clinical members of the health workforce, and others interested in the health sector the opportunity to examine a range of issues in health, and where relevant to improve their professional practice.

ResearchTe Kura Mātai Hauora | School of Health Sciences has a wide range of research interests including health informatics, refugees, chronic diseases and childhood disorders, primary health care, and workforce issues for specific health sector groups such as the Pacific workforce.

The School is home to the Health Services Assessment Collaboration Research Lab (HSAC), the Wayne Francis Cancer Epidemiology Research Group, other externally funded projects, as well as a teaching and research clinic.

Research students share facilities with academics and researchers, which fosters collaboration. Health research at UC

Te Whare Wānanga o Waitaha | University of Canterbury is highly active in this field, with multidisciplinary research contributions that are of benefit to the Aotearoa health sector and internationally. Research work is currently being undertaken in diverse areas such as:

• acute circulatory failure

• stroke rehabilitation

• developing adolescent resilience

• learning disabilities

• breast cancer detection

• post-traumatic stress disorder in children

• air pollution mitigators

• earlier sepsis detection

• health benefits of micronutrients

• 3D scans to mitigate physical disability

• understanding birth weight issues

• and many other topics.

For health-related research news, visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/education /research

For the recent UC Research Report, visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/research

UC has a searchable database of researchers and projects at https://researchprofile.canterbury.ac.nz

Subject areas in Health at UCSubject Master’s PhD PG Cert/Dip

Audiology/Communication Disorders • •

Bioengineering •

Child and Family Psychology • •

Clinical Psychology •

Complex Educational Needs • •

Counselling • •

Deaf and Hard of Hearing • •

Environment and Health* • •

Health Behaviour Change* • •

Health Information Management* • •

Health Sciences • • •

Health and Community* • •

Learning and Behaviour • •

Medical Physics •

Nursing* •

Palliative Care •* •

Social Work • •

Specialist Teaching • •

Sport Science • •

* Offered as an endorsement to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences, the Master of Health Sciences, and the Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice. These qualifications may be taken with or without endorsement. ** Doctoral studies and master’s study by thesis-only can be started at the beginning of any month.


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https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/education/research/

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https://researchprofile.canterbury.ac.nz


Aratohu Kaupapa | Subjects27 Adventure Sport

and Environment21 Environmental Health21 Health Education21 Health Sciences22 Māori and Indigenous Health28 Performance Analysis28 Physical Education22 Psychology23 Public Health

See our full list of subjects at www.canterbury.ac.nz/study/subjects

24 Social Work23 Society and Policy25 Speech and Language Pathology27 Sport Coaching28 Sport Science28 Sports Leadership

and Management28 Strength and Conditioning with

Nutrition


20research groups and

centres conducting health research at UC

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Health SciencesBHSc, BA (not a major or a minor subject), BSc (not a major or minor subject)

Health is an enduring issue for society; it concerns everybody at every stage in life. Health Sciences at UC prepares students to contribute in a meaningful way to the health issues that face our communities. Health Sciences students have the opportunity to develop a comprehensive overview of health and health care, inclusive of a range of approaches and understandings, and the practical application of knowledge and skills in health settings.

The non-clinical, multidisciplinary BHSc degree programme covers important and timely topics such as mental health and wellbeing, sexual health promotion, environmental health, communicable and non-communicable diseases, Māori and indigenous people’s health, health through the life-span, and evidence-based policy and decision-making.

Many Health Sciences courses may be taken as part of the Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc), or included in a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.

Why study Health Sciences at UC?• BHSc graduates are increasingly in demand

from Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB), primary health organisations, and other regional and further afield organisations.

• The BHSc includes a wide variety of courses, allowing you to keep your options open and learn about many different areas before embarking on your career.

• UC is ranked first in Aotearoa New Zealand for research in Public Health (Te Amorangi Mātauranga Matua | Tertiary Education Commission 2019 PBRF assessment).

• Some BHSc majors offer the opportunity for practical placement and skills development in health-related workplaces.

• It provides a broad foundation for working in the wider health sector, pursue postgraduate opportunities for a specific health career, or future work as a health and wellbeing researcher.

• Te Kura Mātai Hauora | School of Health Sciences is well-equipped for conducting a wide range of research and projects.

• Involved and attentive academic staff will look for ways to help you to achieve your goals.

• Students who complete the Public Health major for the BHSc will be able to meet the generic public health competencies and the health promotion competencies for Aotearoa.

100-level courses

Course code Course titleBIOL 116 Human BiologyHLTH 101 Introduction to Health StudiesHLTH 106 Ngā Take, Te Wero:

Māori Health Issues and Opportunities

HLTH 110 Epidemiology

As well as the core courses, students complete additional compulsory courses required for the chosen BHSc major from the list below:

MajorsEnvironmental HealthHealth EducationMāori and Indigenous HealthPsychologyPublic HealthSociety and Policy

Several BHSc majors start with compulsory courses from other subject areas at the 100-level, for example, Psychology. Double majors are possible for some majors. HLTH courses may also be included in a BA or a BSc.

www.canterbury.ac.nz/regulations /academic-regulations/bhsc-218

200-level and beyondThe range of health science courses and majors offered at UC offers the scope to find an area of health that interests you, whether it is looking at technological interventions, health education, social causes and perspectives on health and illness, the pros and cons of Aotearoa New Zealand’s health system, how to build resilience, or public and policy issues.

www.canterbury.ac.nz/study /qualifications-and-courses /bachelors-degrees /bachelor-of-health-sciences

Students who are not enrolled in the BHSc and wish to continue examining national and international health issues can consult the BHSc Programme Coordinator and College of Education, Health and Human Development student advisors for advice on which courses they can include in their degree.

www.canterbury.ac.nz/education /student-advice-and-forms

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesNāu te rourou, nāku te rourou, ka ora ai te iwi.

Improving the health of populations requires the efforts and contributions of many. Non-clinical roles have a critical role to play, and make up about one third of the total health workforce in Aotearoa New Zealand.

UC’s undergraduate Health Sciences courses provide an essential foundation for those seeking non-clinical health sector roles. Depending on the major(s) taken, people with an interdisciplinary non-clinical Health Sciences degree have high prospects of employment in such areas as health promotion, environmental health, health psychology, community health, Māori and iwi health, behaviour change, health policy, administration, health education, health technology assessment, and health research.

These courses will also help experienced health professionals to extend their knowledge and skills, and to prepare for new career opportunities.

www.canterbury.ac.nz/careers /students/subjects


Environmental HealthBHSc

The Environmental Health major provides grounding in the fundamental sciences that underpin an understanding of the environmental risk factors that affect health and wellbeing and the methods used to assess them. This includes:

• the geographical distribution of disease

• exposure to key risk factors and methods used to minimise exposure

• the context of government legislation aimed at creating and maintaining healthy environments.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesGraduates of the Bachelor of Health Sciences majoring in Environmental Health will potentially find employment as environmental health officers (requires additional qualification), laboratory roles in health laboratories, in local and national environmental health roles, or progress to postgraduate research in environmental health science.

Health EducationBHSc

The Health Education major prepares graduates with the knowledge, skills, and understanding to work with individuals and groups in a range of health settings. Students develop extensive facilitation skills and gain confidence in presenting to a range of people.


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in Applied Psychology, Child and Family Psychology, and Clinical Psychology (leading to professional registration as a psychologist).

• UC has more than 25 specialist academic staff offering a diverse range of research and teaching options. With a large number of undergraduate and postgraduate students, we seek to foster close working relationships between staff and students. Undergraduate students from 100-level courses onwards can become involved in research projects and may make significant contributions to the discipline.

• Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing provides students with modern computer-based laboratories; excellent digital recording and editing equipment; an extensive library of psychological tests; and laboratories for human performance, human robot interaction, animal behaviour and neuroscience, perception and cognition, and social, developmental, and applied psychology.

• UC has a Psychology Clinic where clinical students receive training, and has working relationships with Te Poari Hauora o Waitaha | Canterbury District Health Board, and Ara Poutama Aotearoa | Department of Corrections, offering opportunities for research and clinical internships.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesPsychologists have a unique mix of skills. As well as a basic knowledge about people, as individuals and in groups, they are required to have excellent writing and communication skills, the ability to analyse and understand quantitative data, and a critical and objective way of approaching problems.

Psychology graduates hold research and policy analyst positions in government departments and other large public sector organisations, as well as positions of responsibility in a variety of settings, including many private sector businesses. Many graduates are employed in public relations; teaching and training; district health boards; the New Zealand Defence Forces; Ara Poutama Aotearoa | Department of Corrections; and in social service agencies such as employment services, social welfare, counselling services, and health promotion.

Further specialist opportunities open up for those who have completed postgraduate training in Applied Psychology, Child and Family Psychology, and Clinical Psychology (leading to professional registration as a psychologist). Clinical psychologists work with individuals and their families where there are difficulties in adjustment and coping.

Experiential learning in a variety of contexts (eg, mental health, sexuality, and nutrition) supports your ability to recognise the factors that influence health and the consequences for wellbeing. You will develop an extensive toolbox of pedagogical strategies that can be used to enhance wellbeing at the personal, interpersonal, and community level.

This major engages in debate and critical reflection on a range of contemporary health issues. Through this, you will develop an in-depth understanding of ethical issues and principles, a respect for the autonomy and choice of both individuals and groups, and cultural competency in collaborative and consultative ways of working.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesCareer options for students who major in Health Education include employment in health-related institutions and agencies such as community and public health (in nutrition, sexuality, health promoting schools, and mental health teams), drug and alcohol agencies, Family Planning, Mental Health Foundation, nutrition advisories, and Red Cross.

Students can also apply to complete a further year of study in the Graduate Diploma of Teaching and Learning to become a qualified primary or secondary school teacher.

Māori and Indigenous HealthBHSc

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, nāia te reo pōwhiri ki a koutou. Tēnā koutou katoa.

The purpose of the Māori and Indigenous Health major is to prepare culturally competent graduates who are able to use, apply, and integrate Māori, bicultural, and indigenous knowledge and practices in their chosen health and social services related careers.

The holistic Māori view of health and wellbeing is an important component of the major that includes knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• Te Ao Tangata — Engaging with Māori: understanding, respect, te reo, interpersonal and cross-cultural communication/dialogue, and Māori health-based experiences

• Te Ao Hauora — Working with health professionals: promoting students' understanding of the multiple disciplines and roles involved in delivering health care to Māori, including clinicians (eg, pharmacists, doctors, physiotherapists, and psychologists), the cultural/community/clinical interface, and interprofessional/interdisciplinary collaboration

• Ngā Ratonga Hauora — Working with health services and health systems: providing students with a thorough grounding in sociohistorical health developments and current health system structures, including Māori and iwi community-based health and social services.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesCareer options for students who major in Māori and Indigenous Health include research and policy analysis or advice, health promotion, and community health liaison roles in non-governmental organisations focused on health and wellbeing, Māori and iwi health and development organisations, District Health Boards, and local government.

Students interested in progressing to postgraduate study will be well prepared as a result of this major, particularly in relation to Māori and Indigenous Studies, and/or Health.

PsychologyCertArts, CertSc, BA, BHSc, BSc, BCom (minor only), BSpC (minor only), BYCL (minor only)

Psychology is the scientific study of behaviour and associated biological, cognitive, and social processes in humans and other animals. It is a rapidly developing field touching on all aspects of human life. Advances in neuro-imaging and molecular biology are rapidly enhancing our understanding of how the brain works, while increasingly complex theories are being developed to understand both normal and abnormal development and the behaviour of individuals and groups. Major advances are being made in understanding and treating psycho-pathologies such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and addictions.

Psychology students are trained to:

• think independently and critically about psychological issues

• become knowledgeable about the key methods, important findings, and major theories of psychology

• learn how to distinguish genuine findings from implausible and suspect claims

• understand modern scientific research in psychology.

Why study Psychology at UC?• UC is ranked in the top 250 universities in the

world for Psychology (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2020).

• UC offers a balanced and comprehensive set of courses, excellent opportunities to undertake work in experimental psychology, and has nationally and internationally recognised postgraduate applied programmes


Society and PolicyBHSc

The Society and Policy major focuses on the relationships between health science, health governance, bioethics, and society. It comprises an interdisciplinary core of courses on the sociology of health, public policy, policy issues in health, and health delivery at the local, national, and global levels, together with research training in qualitative and quantitative social science research methods.

Graduates of the Society and Policy major have an in-depth knowledge of social issues relating to health, bioethics, and the development and evaluation of public policies, particularly policies with implications for health. Society and Policy majors possess core knowledge and skills relevant to health employment and sector-defined competencies. This includes some of the Aotearoa New Zealand generic public health competencies (PHANZ 2007), and some of the Aotearoa health promotion competencies (Health Promotion Forum 2012), including bioethics competencies that are specific to this major.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesThis major prepares students for positions in policy analysis, social science research, and the development of public policy. It also prepares them for further research in humanities and the social sciences.

Students who graduate with a BHSc in Society and Policy are well prepared for postgraduate study in Health Sciences, and may be eligible to enrol in the Master of Policy and Governance. Students who take the Sociology option at 300-level, may also go on to postgraduate work in Sociology.

BHSc Society and Policy graduates who do not wish to complete a postgraduate degree may pursue careers in health administration, public policy, health policy, and other non-clinical roles within the broad health sector. This major also provides a foundation for graduate clinical degrees.

Examples of career pathways include:

• careers in health-related institutions and agencies

• community development roles in public health units, district health boards, Māori and iwi health/development organisations, NGOs, and local government agencies

• health policy advisors and analysts

• postgraduate studies towards a research career in health

• social and health researchers.

Public HealthBHSc

The purpose of the major in Public Health is to produce graduates with knowledge and skills in science and health, experience in critical appraisal and scientific investigation, and an understanding of values and ethics in health. Graduates will have the ability to apply these to improving health and wellbeing through disease prevention, health promotion, and health service planning, delivery, and evaluation.

The major in Public Health aims to:

• provide a strong foundation in health sciences, with detailed knowledge in public health;

• equip students to meet the Aotearoa New Zealand competencies for public health, and health promotion (endorsed by the Health Promotion forum)

• provide the knowledge and skills to operate effectively in health sector organisations (such as district health boards, primary care organisations, public health units, Māori health organisations, and non-governmental organisations)

• contribute to the health sector workforce by preparing students to work as effective members of multidisciplinary teams in the health sector

• contribute to meeting national health workforce development goals

• provide the required foundation for students who wish to undertake postgraduate study in health-related fields.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesStudents with a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Public Health will be able to work effectively as members of multidisciplinary teams in the health sector. Examples of career pathways include community development roles in public health units, district health boards, non-governmental organisations, local government, health promoters, public health analysts, and a research career in public health.

Graduates might also go on to postgraduate study to further their specialisation in the field.

‘I had to do an internship paper in my final year — I decided to try and land an internship with Attitude, an organisation that works with young people about health. As far as I know they had never had an intern so I was keen to change that! This was probably the highlight of my degree! They were such an awesome bunch of people and I learnt so many valuable skills in relation to te reo Māori and the growth of young people.’

LouBachelor of Health Sciences in Health Education Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning (Secondary)



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Social WorkBSW(Hons)

Social workers help people to overcome personal and institutional barriers to wellbeing and achieve their full potential. They work with individuals, families, groups, and organisations in a wide range of contexts.

The Bachelor of Social Work with Honours (BSW(Hons)) is a great option to consider if you are interested in working in a people-focused career. Professionally trained people are needed in increasing numbers to work in the social services, nationally and internationally.

Students develop a strong academic foundation by studying a variety of courses from the social sciences and Māori studies, as well as specialist Social Work topics. Later on in the degree, a fieldwork internship takes place in the community. Combined, this academic and practical foundation equips students with the values, knowledge, and skills for employment in the social work profession, as well as in people-related, social policy, and research occupations.

Why study Social Work at UC?• One of Aotearoa New Zealand's

longest-established Social Work programmes.

• UC offers qualifications which are internationally regarded and recognised by the New Zealand Social Workers Registration Board (SWRB).

• The programme is well-known for its high-quality Social Work education and research.

• The Social Work programme is friendly and accessible with interactive classes, a specially designed blended learning programme, and a strong practice orientation.

• Students will work with diverse populations and learn about practical issues relevant to Māori, Pacific, and other communities.

• There is the opportunity to pursue special interests in topics such as mental health, child welfare, criminal justice, ageing, violence and abuse, and gender and sexuality studies.

Recommended background Entry to the first year of the Bachelor of Social Work with Honours is open to all students with entry to the University.

While there are no particular school subjects required for the study of Social Work, a background in subjects which require communication skills such as English, history, geography, or te reo Māori are useful. Volunteer work in the community is good preparation.

100-level coursesFor the first year of the BSW(Hons), you are required to take:

• three compulsory courses in Social Work

• one compulsory course in Human Services

• one compulsory course in Māori and Indigenous Studies

• three elected courses, selected from Anthropology, Criminal Justice, Education, Human Services, Philosophy, Political Science and International Relations, Psychology, Sociology, Māori and Indigenous Studies, Te Reo Māori, or WRIT 101 Writing for Academic Success.

Social Work courses at 100-level can also be taken by students studying for other degrees who want to build into their studies a knowledge of social work practice, policy, and research.

Course code Course titleSOWK 101 Introduction to Social Welfare

Policy and Human ServicesSOWK 102 Human Services in AotearoaSOWK 104 Youth RealitiesHSRV 103 Violence in SocietyMAOR 108orMAOR 165

Aotearoa: Introduction to New Zealand Treaty Societyor He Tīmatanga: Engaging with Māori

200-level and beyondThere are five compulsory 200-level Social Work courses that explore communication in the human services, human behaviour and development, and also social policy debates in the social service; one compulsory 200-level Human Services course that focuses on diversity and culture; and one compulsory Māori and Indigenous Studies course. Students also have a choice from a range of prescribed 200-level courses in supporting subjects.

Limited entry to second yearEntry to the second, third, and fourth years of the BSW(Hons) is limited to students who have successfully completed the compulsory 100-level courses and who have been accepted into the programme following an application process each year. If you are unable to or decide not to continue with a Social Work degree, you can credit 100 and 200-level courses to a Bachelor of Arts.

The third and fourth years of the BSW(Hons) include courses in social work theory and method, research methodologies, mental health, law, and indigenous social work. In third year, the skills course assists students to identify and develop interpersonal helping skills using role-plays, video equipment, and small group discussions.

‘There are so many things I enjoy about my degree. Studying Social Work has given me the opportunity to view the world from an open and more understanding lens. While studying Social Work, it is important to strive for the improvement of the lives of others.

There are many diverse areas social work covers with a diverse range of people. This Bachelor touches on many of these aspects such as child protection, mental health, disability, poor economic environments, and many more.

UC is also very community driven and I loved that aspect. Everyone is so welcoming and warm, especially in the Social Work Department. Together we can motivate each other and inspire to become better each and every day.’

Tyler Ngāi TahuStudying towards a Bachelor of Social Work Residential Worker, Oranga Tamariki


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In fourth year, students undertake a research project and two fieldwork placements in social service agencies. During this time, they are supervised by field educators who help them integrate the knowledge, values, and skills taught at UC with social work practice in the community.


Whai mahi hauora Career opportunities In Aotearoa, social workers are employed in both the public and private sectors, providing direct and indirect services. Direct services include those for children, families, older people, those who have committed offences, and people with disabilities. Indirect services encompass social sector planning, administration, policy, and research.

Direct services may include the protection of children who have been abused, providing group or family therapy, educational programmes for at-risk adolescents, supporting adolescent parents, working with groups aiming to achieve community development, providing interventions for people who are experiencing mental health issues, providing assistance with housing needs, mediation and resolution of family conflict, facilitating access to benefits and other financial resources, and assessment of home and family support for older people.

Social Work graduates can work as community development workers, therapists, counsellors, case managers, field workers, youth workers, care and protection workers, probation officers, iwi social workers, school social workers, hospital social workers, service coordinators, educators, policy analysts, and researchers.

Graduates are employable overseas, particularly in the UK and Australia (there is a Mutual Recognition Agreement between the NZSWRB and the Australian Association of Social Workers).

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Recommended background Entry to the Intermediate Year of study (first-year) is open to all students eligible to enter the University. The recommended preparation for the Intermediate programme is a science background to at least Year 13 and work experience, including visits to meet people with different speech and language abilities.

A good level of English and any prior knowledge of languages eg, te reo Māori, is also useful.

100-level coursesThe first year of the BSLP(Hons) is called the Intermediate Year. Entry to the professional years is limited and selection is made at the end of the Intermediate Year.

The Intermediate Year has three compulsory courses and four recommended courses. They may be taken in one full-time year of study or accumulated over more than one year. It may be possible to take some, but not all, components of the Intermediate Year at other universities — if you are intending to do this you should seek approval of your course of study from Te Rāngai Pūtaiao | College of Science Student Advisor.

The compulsory first-year courses are:

Course code Course titleCMDS 161 Anatomy and Physiology

for the Speech, Hearing and Swallowing Mechanism

STAT 101 Statistics 1Plus one course from HLTH 106, MAOR 165, SCIM 101/MAOR 172, TREO 110, or TREO 111.

200-level and beyondThe one-year Intermediate programme is followed by three full-time years of specialised professional training — the professional years. Entry to the First Professional Year is limited (see below). In the professional years, students complete coursework covering a wide variety of topics in normal and disordered aspects of speech, language, swallowing, and hearing. The academic coursework is taken in combination with fieldwork, which is an important component of the professional years.

Speech and Language PathologyBSLP(Hons)

Speech-language therapists/pathologists are professionals educated in the study of human communication — how it develops and the many differences and difficulties that children and adults experience.

Speech-language therapists/pathologists work in preschools and schools with children and students who have difficulty communicating and learning. This includes supporting children who stutter, have autism, or have a voice disorder.

Speech-language therapists also work with infants born prematurely and provide services for adults who have lost the ability to communicate or swallow effectively due to stroke, degenerative disease, brain injury, or cancer.

Why study Speech and Language Pathology at UC?• The Speech and Language Pathology

programme at UC is Aotearoa New Zealand's most established, having trained a majority of the country's speech-language therapists/ pathologists. The UC degree was the first in the country to be accredited by Te Kāhui Kaiwhakatikatika Reo Kōrero o Aotearoa New Zealand Speech-language Therapists' Association (NZSTA), the organisation that sets quality standards for speech-language therapy courses in Aotearoa.

• As a hands-on qualification, you will gain clinical experience working with a variety of clients. There are eight clinics on campus and you will also go on placement to speech-language therapy clinics at hospitals, schools, and other facilities nationwide. There are also opportunities for overseas clinical placements.

• Te Kura Mahi ā-Hirikapo | School of Psychology, Speech and Hearing has 12 full-time staff and is a national resource centre for information and continuing professional education in communication sciences and disorders. Each year the Department welcomes a number of distinguished scholars from around the world, including Erskine Fellows who lecture and conduct collaborative research in the Department.



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The professional years

Entry into the First Professional YearStudents are selected on the basis of academic merit (normally a B+ or better average) and fluency in spoken and written English. Relevant work experience with people who have communication disorders may also be considered when selection decisions are made.

Applications for entry for the First Professional Year close on 1 October.

Application forms are available from www.canterbury.ac.nz/science /schools-and-departments /communication-disorders /undergraduate-study

Intending applicants should contact the BSLP Programme Coordinator at least a month before the closing date. Late enrolments will be considered if places are still available.

If you are unsuccessful in gaining a place in the First Professional Year, all courses passed can normally be credited to another degree. Te Rāngai Pūtaiao | College of Science Student Advisor is available to advise students on their options.

What do the professional years look like?In the First Professional Year (second year of study), students take courses in speech and language development and disorders, evidence-based practice, clinical linguistics, and audiology. They are also introduced to the observation and assessment of individuals with communication difficulties and the distinguishing characteristics of the major types of communication disorders.

In the Second Professional Year (third year of study), students continue studying different types of communication disorders, predominantly those of neurogenic origin, conduct applied research in clinical settings and gain practical experience with clients. They work with practising therapists and complete coursework in education and medical settings.

In the Third Professional Year (fourth year of study), more time is spent on research and taking responsibility for the assessment of clients and the planning, management, and evaluation of therapy programmes.

FieldworkPractical work is introduced from the second year of study. This fieldwork accounts for about 25% of the year's work in the second year, 30% in the third, and 50% in the final year. Students have the opportunity to undertake work with practising therapists and people of all ages and backgrounds in a variety of settings, including preschools, schools, hospitals, and clinics in Ōtautahi Christchurch and throughout Aotearoa.


Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesThe speech-language therapy/pathology profession offers a range of career opportunities. Graduates are highly employable as clinicians both in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas.

As a graduate of UC’s BSLP(Hons) programme, you will be able to work in a variety of settings. You can work with children who have autism or language delays in preschools and schools or with elderly stroke patients in a large hospital or nursing home. You can be an entrepreneur, developing and marketing new communication devices and tests, or building your own private practice. With further postgraduate study, you can teach at a university, conduct research in a scientific laboratory, or be an administrator.

Perhaps best of all, you can combine several of these to establish a challenging and satisfying career that improves the quality of life for children and adults who experience communication difficulties.


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‘I think the combination of art and science is primarily what led me to do a degree in Speech Language Pathology. I enjoy interacting with people, but also want to use tools and techniques to investigate the causes and solutions to problems.

I see the courses as highly practical. They provide a wide range of clinical experiences in swallowing, neurological conditions, fluency, voice, speech sound, and language disorders. This practical experience cements the learning gained in lectures. I do not feel I would have got this experience to the same extent if I had gone elsewhere.’

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Sport CoachingCertSpC, BSpC

Sport Coaching graduates are motivated and passionate leaders who inspire others and are committed to success. They are equipped with key skills employers are looking for, not just in sport, recreation, or athlete development, but in everything from people development and motivation in business environments, to events and corporate management.

Sport Coaching students develop a valuable set of transferable skills including motivation and teaching skills, awareness of holistic health principles and wellbeing, interpretive and analytical skills, leadership and people management skills, and problem solving skills.

A degree in Sport Coaching also provides a recognised pathway to teaching, in particular physical education and health teaching, when combined with a graduate teaching qualification.

Why study Sport Coaching at UC?• The Bachelor of Sport Coaching (BSpC) degree

is a unique blend of practical application and theory that immerses you in the sociology, science, theory, and practice of sport and sport coaching.

• Students experience coaching practice with clubs and schools in the community.

• Strong practical elements, including a 120-hour internship in the final year, help motivate students to excel in their chosen field and to work towards getting the job they want.

• Sport Coaching subjects can be taken as a minor in Arts, Commerce, Science, and Youth and Community Leadership. BSpC students can also study towards a double degree at UC.

Entry requirementsSee the Bachelor of Sport Coaching on page 15 for information on entry requirements and the application process.

The BSpC can be started in February or July.

Applicants under 20 must have University Entrance. Applicants over 20 must provide evidence of their ability to complete tertiary study successfully.

As some of the courses within this programme involve working with children, a police check and interview will be completed at the beginning of these courses — you will be sent information on how to complete these at the appropriate time.

100-level coursesSport Coaching courses are grouped into three main strands: pedagogy (the theory and application of coaching and learning), sport and exercise sciences, and social culture of sport.

Rewarding careers can be gained in professional and community sport coaching, administration and strategic management, as well as coach and athlete development.

Recent UC Sport Coaching graduates have become sports coaches, personal trainers, policy analysts, health advisors, teachers, managers, outdoor recreation guides, school sports directors, community development officers, and performance analysts.



Adventure Sport and EnvironmentBSpC (minor only), BA (minor only), BCom (minor only), BSc (minor only), BYCL (minor only)

With a mix of practical and theory, the Adventure Sport and Environment minor appeals to students with an interest in adventure and exploring Aotearoa New Zealand.

In this minor, risk-taking, skill-learning, and environmentally and culturally responsive practices are examined through practical experiences and contemporary theories. The Adventure Sport and Environment minor includes courses in Tramping (Backpacking), Rock Climbing, Paddlesports, and the Analysis of Expeditioning.

There is an emphasis on Te Tiriti o Waitangi Treaty of Waitangi, and Aotearoa New Zealand’s bicultural history, with study based around the nature of contemporary realities of Māori society and culture of the land eg, Tikanga and kawa, and te reo Māori.

This minor can lead to careers in the areas of tourism or outdoor instruction, outdoor education teaching via the Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning, and offers a strong pathway for suitably capable students into the Master of Sport Science.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunities Adventure sport opens up career opportunities nationally and internationally. You will gain transferable skills that will enable you to work in a range of jobs including: sports and recreation; community health; outdoor education teacher (via the Graduate Diploma in Teaching and Learning); education management; policy and planning; local government; sport development; and coaching.

Course code Course titleSPCO 101 Introduction to

Sport CoachingSPCO 102 Theoretical Foundations of

Coaching and TeachingSPCO 103 Sport Psychology 1SPCO 104 Anatomy and PhysiologySPCO 105 Social History of Sport and

Physical EducationSPCO 107 Sport NutritionSPCO 110 Practicum 1SPCO 126 Land Journeys and Ethics

All students complete core Sport Coaching courses throughout the three years of the degree, as well as courses towards a major, or a major and minor, or a double major.

Major and minor subject options include:

Subject Major MinorAdventure Sport and Environment

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Performance Analysis • •Physical Education •Nutrition •Sport Science • •Sports Leadership and Management

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Strength and Conditioning

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Strength and Conditioning with Nutrition

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200-level and beyond200-level courses include ethics in sport, sport and culture in Aotearoa New Zealand, athlete-centred coaching, biomechanics, exercise physiology, and sport injuries, as well as an internship placement.


Certificate optionsFor those who wish to gain an entry-level qualification in Sport Coaching, there is a certificate option. The Certificate in Sport Coaching (CertSpC) is available part-time or over one semester — see page 17.

For those with an undergraduate degree or relevant post-secondary school study and work experience, the Graduate Certificate in Sport Coaching is an online, flexible learning qualification that enables students to develop their professional coaching skills.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesThe BSpC degree gives students a strong grounding in transferable career skills that are highly valued in the workforce, including leadership, communication, motivation, and teamwork.





Sport ScienceBSpC, BA (minor only), BCom (minor only), BSc (minor only), BYCL (minor only)

Choosing this subject enables students to specialise in two or three chosen areas of sport science including: sport psychology; exercise physiology; nutrition; biomechanics; strength and conditioning; and performance analysis. It also offers a strong pathway for suitably capable students to progress to the Master of Sport Science degree.

Career opportunities Job options for those taking Sport Science could be working as an exercise physiologist, high performance coach, fitness trainer, teacher, research scientist, or sports administrator.

Sports Leadership and ManagementBSpC (major only)

There is growing demand for people qualified to work in sport leadership and management in Aotearoa New Zealand. The 2013 Sport and Recreation Sector Workforce Survey found that in Aotearoa, up to 44,000 new staff will be required in the sector by 2026.

Students choosing this major will explore the principles and foundations of leadership and management, how they are applied in sport, and the influences of social, cultural, and economic forces.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesWith the rapid growth of the BSpC, there are exciting opportunities across a variety of disciplines, as the professional and community sports sector expands.

The Sport Leadership and Management major provides career opportunities for graduates range from coaching and working in schools and community youth sport, to professional coaching in Aotearoa and internationally. Examples include sports coaches, athlete development coaches for major sports, sport coordinators, directors of sport, community sport advisors, and regional facilities advisors.

Strength and Conditioning with NutritionBSpC, BA (minor only), BCom (minor only), BSc (minor only), BYCL (minor only)

The Strength and Conditioning with Nutrition specialisation is targeted at those who wish to train and motivate individuals and teams to help them meet performance and body composition goals. The major focuses on nutrition, strength and condition, and offers optional courses in psychological skills training. Students have the opportunity to work with individuals and teams to set and meet training goals, rehabilitate and recondition injured or under-performing athletes, and analyse and prescribe programmes for strength and conditioning training.

Courses will challenge students to critically assess various contemporary nutritional and recovery techniques and research their effectiveness. They will study the multi-disciplinary relationship between the sports nutritionist and the strength and conditioning coach to gain an appreciation of when it is appropriate to recommend a particular supplement or recovery intervention.

Minors in Strength and Conditioning and NutritionStrength and Conditioning, as well as Nutrition, may also be taken separately as minor subjects within the Bachelor of Sport Coaching, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership.

These two minors enable students wishing to study towards a different major to gain expertise and recognition in the area of strength and conditioning, or explore the challenges of applied nutrition and exercise prescription practice for sport and health.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesRewarding careers can involve working as a strength and conditioning advisor or coach, at an amateur or elite level, or as a personal trainer, where you would help optimise performance and enhance nutrition for athletes or individual clients.

Graduates of the Strength and Conditioning with Nutrition major will be eligible for further professional certifications, which offer career opportunities in athletic team training or coaching, or training for emergency and protective services such as the military and police.

Performance AnalysisBSpC, BA (minor only), BCom (minor only), BSc (minor only), BYCL (minor only)

Performance Analysis is about collating real data to provide accurate information about performance and forecasting of future results. As well as collating statistics, students are taught to gather performance data, analyse, and identify significant patterns eg, decipher a SWOT Analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), to understand the strengths of your own athletes as well as those of your competitor.

You will learn to communicate this data effectively, in the form of written and verbal reports to managers, athletes, and coaches. You will then be able to support and advise on the analysis of skill performance in team and individual settings, using a range of equipment and analytical tools.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunities Rewarding careers can be gained in professional and community sport coaching, administration and strategic management, as well as physical education, primary teaching, and coach and athlete development.

Physical EducationBSpC (major only)

Graduates develop a valuable set of skills including knowledge of human movement; health and physical activity; awareness of the holistic nature of health and movement; interpretive and analytical thinking; and leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills.

It is a popular major for students wishing to follow a recognised pathway to teaching, in particular physical education and health teaching. It supports and informs learning and skill development in the classroom. There is the option to include an additional teaching subject such as mathematics or science, when combined with a graduate teaching qualification.

Whai mahi hauora Career opportunitiesCombined with a recognised teaching qualification, physical education opens up career opportunities nationally and internationally. You will gain transferable skills that enable you to work in a range of jobs including primary and secondary teaching, education management, policy and planning, sports and recreation, community health, local government, and sport development and coaching.


UC Health graduates

UC students gain more than just intellectual skills: our graduates are involved with the community, culturally engaged, work-ready, and globally connected.

Employable and work-readyUC Health programmes are designed to give graduates the best career opportunities. The Bachelor of Health Sciences degree, for example, was designed specifically to address Aotearoa New Zealand’s growing healthcare sector by preparing graduates with the skills required for a variety of roles.

By studying the many health-related programmes at UC, you will have the opportunity to gain essential skills and make valuable workplace connections through internships or professional practice placements. Some Bachelor of Sport Coaching students have completed internships overseas, in countries such as Australia, Japan, and Germany.

Based on responses to the Graduate Destination Survey 2019, our health and education-related graduates have a higher combined full-time and part-time employment rate than those graduating with almost any other UC degree.

Not only will you be studying a subject you really love, you can be confident that a UC Health degree gives you the best chance of getting a job.

Bicultural in a multicultural worldAll UC Health degrees allow students to learn and experience biculturalism. While studying a Bachelor of Health Sciences, you can choose the Māori and Indigenous Health major, which includes courses in engaging with Māori, Māori and indigenous development, and Māori language for beginners.

By taking this major you could become more culturally competent, and able to use, apply, and integrate Māori, bicultural, and indigenous knowledge and practices in your chosen health and social services-related careers. A holistic Māori view of health and wellbeing is an important component of the major, which includes knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• Te ao tangata — Engaging with Māori: understanding, respect, te reo, interpersonal and cross-cultural communication/dialogue, and Māori health-based experiences.

• Te ao hauora — Working with health professionals: promoting students’ understandings of the multiple disciplines and roles involved in delivering health care to Māori, including clinicians, the cultural/community/clinical interface, and interprofessional/interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Ngā ratonga hauora — Working with health services and health systems: providing students with a thorough grounding in sociohistorical health developments and current health system structures, including Māori and iwi community-based health and social services.

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Engaged with the communityA degree in Health at UC provides an opportunity to work with communities and create positive change for individuals, families, organisations, and society.

If you want to help people get more physically active and perform better as athletes, Sport Coaching is the perfect choice.

If you wish to help individuals and families who are experiencing difficulties in their lives, then studying Social Work will be a particularly rewarding degree.

Studying Speech and Language Pathology offers you an opportunity to help children and adults who are experiencing difficulty communicating,

A degree in Health Sciences allows you to concentrate on many community-focused areas, such as public and environmental health, health education, or society and policy.

‘I wanted to work in healthcare but not in a clinical way. I want to work in hospital administration, running departments in healthcare organisations, and working with health policies.

There are many di�erent paths that you can go down, and the good thing about the BHSc at UC is that it has a wide variety of courses, which allows you to keep your options open and learn about di�erent areas.’

VictoriaBachelor of Health Science in Public Health Policy Analyst, Manatū Ahu Matua | Ministry for Primary Industries

Globally connectedHealth is a worldwide issue. How health issues affect a country may be unique but it may also be part of a worldwide concern, such as obesity. Many of our UC Health study programmes reflect on global health issues, as well as issues affecting Aotearoa New Zealand.

Many of our lecturers and researchers are working on research that crosses continents and are connected with their peers at universities in numerous other countries. As a UC student, you could tap into these connections and become part of a world-leading network of experts.


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Frequently asked questions

How do I apply?To apply for most UC programmes, visit www.canterbury.ac.nz/enrol

From this page, you will be directed to the area specific to your requirements. Postgraduate studies in Health may require an application process specific to that specialisation area.

If you wish to know more contact the UC Contact Centre at 0800 VARSITY (827 748).

What subjects should I take at school?This will depend on which programme you wish to study. For Health Sciences, it is helpful to take English and statistics. Students who enjoy studying sciences, health education, and physical education may find this degree an attractive option. For other programmes, such as Speech and Language Pathology, some students find it helpful to take English, maths, and any of the sciences from Year 12 onwards. Studying Physical Education (PE) and biology can be beneficial to those wishing to study Sport Coaching.

Once you have identified the subject that most interests you, find more information at www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses

Can I study Health by distance?Most health programmes at UC require you to study on campus. Bachelor of Sport Coaching courses are available by distance study. Students who study by distance complete the same courses, course work, and assessments as students attending classes on campus. You should be aware that good time management skills are essential.

Students will be supported through online resources, discussion forums, recorded lectures, Powerpoint presentations, video tutorials, and other electronic media.

Can I study some Health and Sport courses within another degree?It will depend on what degree you are studying but many degrees do give you the opportunity to choose elective courses from outside your specialisation area. For example, many students choose to do a course on nutrition or strength and conditioning. It can provide a change from your usual studies and give you knowledge that is beneficial to your own health and wellbeing.

Sport Coaching is available as a minor subject option in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Youth and Community Leadership. Once you are enrolled at UC, check with your student advisor to see what possibilities you may have.

Can I do an internship?All Bachelor of Sport Coaching students do an internship in their final year and increasing numbers of Bachelor of Health Sciences students are choosing to do an internship in a health-related organisation. The Bachelor of Social Work has a strong practical component, leading up to 80% fieldwork in the fourth year (or second year of Master of Social Work (Applied)). In the Bachelor of Speech and Language Pathology with Honours, fieldwork accounts for 25–50% of your year, depending on year of study.

Once you have identified which degree you are most interested in, find information specific to that subject or degree through www.canterbury.ac.nz/courses

What can I do after I graduate?After graduation most students will seek employment. See www.canterbury.ac.nz /careers/students/subjects for career destinations by subject.

UC also offers a vast range of graduate and postgraduate study options. Postgraduate programmes are available in a variety of specialisations, including health sciences, clinical teaching, palliative care, audiology, counselling, social work, and psychology. Graduates of a health-related undergraduate degree can also apply to study the Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice and Bachelor of Nursing (through the Ara Institute of Canterbury) initiative and become an Aotearoa New Zealand registered nurse.

With careful qualification selection, some UC Health graduates pursue a career in teaching to teach health education. UC has graduate diplomas, primary and secondary teaching, as well as a Master of Teaching and Learning programme. All of these teaching programmes can be completed in one year of additional, full-time study. Postgraduate programmes can have different entry requirements.



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