University Of Zululand Sport Science, This qualification is aimed at producing graduates who intend pursuing a career in the field of Sport and Exercise Technology. A graduate who has achieved this qualification will be able to design, implement and manage a physical activity programme for all groups including special populations.
They will screen, assess, monitor and manage health-related fitness, lifestyle and wellness programmes. Graduates will be able to provide personal training or lead and instruct safe and effective physical activity participation to meet participants’ fitness requirements, as well as provide educated advice on lifestyle change for improved well-being. In addition, this graduate will have the knowledge for the appropriate referral to other healthcare providers. Career opportunities include: Sport Coach, Sport Organiser, Health and Fitness Instructor, Fitness Adviser for Sport Teams, Sport and Fitness/Gym Manager, Lifestyle Consultant, School Physical Education and Sport Instructor.
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FACULTY
Faculty of Science and Agriculture
DEPARTMENT:
Biokinetics & Sport Science
Diploma (Designator)
N/A
Qualifier
Diploma in Sports & Exercise Technology
MAJORS
Fundamental Unit Standard
UNIZULU Code
SNDP01
NQF EXIT Level
6
Admission Requirements
English HL or FAL 4 (50%)
Minimum Credits for Admission
National Senior Certificate with Diploma endorsement and a minimum of 26 points
Minimum duration of Studies
3 YEARS
Presentation mode of subjects:
DAY CLASSES
Intake for the qualification:
JANUARY
Registration Cycle for the subjects:
JANUARY
Readmission:
Subject to prior performance and current applicability of passed modules