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Master of Physical Activity and Hauora in Sport for Development

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  • University/Institute Name Victoria University of Wellington
  • Attendance Type On Campus (Full Time)
  • Position Duration1 year
  • Application deadlineDec 2025
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Position Details (Master's)

The Master of Physical Activity and Hauora in Sport for Development program from Victoria University of Wellington is a unique program developed in consultation withSport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa. It aligns closely with theHealth Promotion Forum of New Zealand’s Ngā Kaiakatanga Hauora (Health Promotion) objectives.

Whether you’re a health and physical activity practitioner who wants to develop advanced knowledge and skills in promoting physical activity and mātauranga Māori or are looking for a solid foundation to move into a career in the physical activity sector, this is the degree for you.

Key Facts

Explore the current sport system including taonga tākaro (traditional games) and how this relates to hauora (wellbeing) across Aotearoa New Zealand and globally. Develop your skills in assessing local need for sport-for-development programs and translating evidence into effective sport-for-development advocacy, policy, and practice with this Master of Physical Activity and Hauora in Sport for Development program from Victoria University of Wellington .

Courses include:

  • Health Promotion Theory and Practice
  • Emerging Issues in Health Promotion
  • Research Methods
  • Evaluation for Health
  • Emerging Issues in Physical Activity and Wellbeing

Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position

Position Start Date

Feb 2026