Health and physical education is vital in helping young people develop the confidence and skills to be connected and active members of society. This major prepares you for this rewarding career. The Health and Physical Education major is unique, integrating hauora, health promotion and the socio-ecological aspects that support health and physical education in New Zealand schools. You explore how people learn and how to support learning in health-related and movement-based subjects. Our graduates can go on to complete a graduate diploma in teaching and join the teaching profession well-equipped to contribute to 21st century learning environments.

Career opportunities Health and physical education teacher* Coach with local, regional or national sports organisations Health promotion educator Kiwi Sport/Active Schools co-ordinator Physical activity co-ordinator School sports co-ordinator