Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage

Southern Institute of Technology

SIT's Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage was the first named massage degree programme to be approved in New Zealand. It has been taught since 2002.The Bachelor of Therapeutic and Sports Massage (BTSM) is a 3 year programme that can be studied full-time over 3 years or part-time over 5 years. In the first year you will study face to face at SIT/Te Pukenga Campus. You will build your knowledge in anatomy, physiology, foundations of massage therapy and learn in a clinical environment.In the second year you will study via HyFlex which means students will have the flexibility to remain in their hometown massage therapy clinics and communities. Teaching occurs using a mix of online learning, practical experience, and traditional classroom teaching during compulsory block courses in Invercargill. The second year builds on the knowledge in Year 1 with Functional assessment, pathology, advanced techniques and massage for physical performance as well as research for the massage practitioner.