Programme details

Master of Health Research – MHR

Expand your expertise by engaging in advanced research on a healthcare topic that captivates your interest.

Course description

Seize this exciting opportunity to deepen your expertise with the Wellington Faculty of Health. If you’re aiming to develop a career in health research, this Master’s research program is ideal for you.

Select a research project in a health-related field that aligns with the Faculty’s research expertise and profile. The Master of Health Research can also be pursued with a specialization in Nursing or Midwifery.

You will concentrate on the practice of research and the development of theory related to health and wellbeing, healthcare, or health outcomes. Your thesis should showcase the generation and synthesis of knowledge, contributing meaningfully to your chosen area of interest.

To be eligible for entry, you must have a Bachelor’s degree with Honours or a postgraduate qualification in a health-related discipline, along with significant relevant professional experience.

If you are applying for a specialization in Nursing or Midwifery, you will also need professional registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand or the Midwifery Council of New Zealand.

Specialisations

-Midwifery

-Nursing

Immigration benefits

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

Career Prospects

Graduates of the Master of Health Research program have a wide array of career prospects. Potential job titles include Health Researcher, Clinical Research Coordinator, Public Health Analyst, Health Policy Advisor, Epidemiologist, Biostatistician, Health Data Analyst, and Academic Researcher. Graduates may also pursue roles as Project Managers in health research organizations, Research and Development Specialists in healthcare companies, or Program Evaluators in government and non-profit organizations. These positions allow professionals to contribute to the advancement of healthcare knowledge and practice in various settings, including universities, hospitals, research institutes, government agencies, and private industry.

Entry requirements

– A Bachelor’s degree with Honours or a postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline
– Acceptance by the head of school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Proof of English proficiency
To be accepted into this programme you will need:

– Gaining a minimum of: IELTS 6.5 overall with no sub-score below 6.0

Victoria University

Subjects

Credits
120

Duration
1 year

Intakes

Anytime

International fees
34050

Location

Qualification Type

Study level