Qualification Overview
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Qualification Title | Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science | |||
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Qualification Type | Postgraduate Certificate | |||
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Level | 8 | |||
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Credits | 60 | |||
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Strategic Purpose Statement |
To produce graduates who can extend and deepen their knowledge and understanding of the underpinning base theories and procedures that are relevant to the practice environment. Graduates will have completed an applied project, which allows them to address their practice from multiple perspectives and to position their practice within a wider industry context. This qualification prepares learners for further postgraduate study or a career in sport or exercise.
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Graduate profile |
Graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science will be able to:
a. Work independently to integrate skills, techniques and ideas associated with their area of practice within an applied industry setting b. Analyse a range of information and incorporate critique to arrive at a resolved position within their area of practice c. Reflect on the application of professional practice in a workplace environment d. Integrate sustainability from cultural, social, environmental and economic perspectives e. Apply skills, technologies, techniques and ideas within an applied industry setting f. Evaluate how their work is positioned in a wider context g. Assess and evaluate the cultural, social, environmental and economic impact of their practice and the practice of others |
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Education pathways |
It is expected that graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Science will be able to gain entry into further postgraduate level qualifications at tertiary institutions (dependant on meeting programme-specific entry criteria). Possible programmes include the Master of Applied Science or the Master of Professional Practice at Otago Polytechnic; Master of Public Health, Physical Education or Teaching at the University of Otago; Master of Sport and Exercise, Public Health or Health Science at Massey University; or Master of Health Sciences or Science at the University of Auckland.
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Entry Requirements |
Minimum entry requirements are
1. The Bachelor of Applied Science (Level 7), or an equivalent qualification at bachelor level in a related discipline, or equivalent documented professional experience. 2. International learners are also required to achieve a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5, with no band score less than 6.0, from one test taken in the preceding two years, or equivalent. Additional criteria All applicants who are accepted must obtain a First Aid Certificate, and complete the requirements of the Vulnerable Children's Act 2014 (including police vetting), prior to commencing classes. |
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Education Organisation | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |||
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Developed By | Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology | |||
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Quality Assured By | New Zealand Qualifications Authority | |||
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Number | 3704 | |||
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Status | Current | |||
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Created | 2017-05-26 14:54:48.0 | |||
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Last Reviewed | 2017-09-27 12:47:49.0 | |||
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Next Review | 2026-12-20 00:00:00.0 | |||
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Content |
Performance Analysis
Physical Conditioning Exercise and Health Professional Development |
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