Faculty of Education

Higher Certificate in Sports Sciences

Higher Certificate 1 year Full-time APS 20+ NSFAS Funded
20
Minimum APS Score NQF Level 5
Programme Overview
Qualification
Higher Certificate
Duration
1 Year
NQF Level
5
Campus
Hatfield Campus
Language
English
Study Mode
Full-time
About This Programme

A one-year certificate providing a foundation in sports sciences, with selection based partly on sports achievements, offering pathways into coaching and the sports industry.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects

  • English Home Language or English First Additional Language 4 50–59%

Additional Requirements

  • Selection is based on academic results and sports achievements in consultation with TuksSport.
  • Preference given to applicants nominated by an official UP sports club.
  • Applicants with a Diploma Studies endorsement may be considered.
Completion with 70% average enables application to BEd Senior Phase and FET Teaching with specialisation in Human Movement Studies and Sports Management.
Career Opportunities
Sports Coach Sports Exercise Practitioner Fitness Instructor
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