Programme details

Master of Health Science

The Master of Health Science program serves as the final step in the educational journey for numerous students who have previously completed the Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma in Health Science.

Course description

The program offers a valuable opportunity for interdisciplinary health professionals and health service managers to enhance their practice, expand their knowledge, and develop critical analysis skills within a flexible and engaging learning environment. The Health Science courses, which emphasize interdisciplinary and inter-professional collaboration, are delivered in a blended format, combining online learning with in-person workshops, tutorials, or intensive courses. This flexible approach allows participants to study at their own pace and from various locations across New Zealand. Courses are structured around knowledge and research focused on significant health issues, facilitating the advancement of practice and understanding. The program enables participants to explore ways to improve health outcomes, reduce health disparities, and address global health threats in both national and international contexts.

The multidisciplinary and inter-professional nature of health science encourages participants to share insights from their experiences, fostering a collaborative environment that enhances knowledge in health treatment, healthcare delivery, and the prevention of disparities within an interdisciplinary framework.

Immigration benefits

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

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

Career Prospects

Career opportunities may include positions such as Allied Health Professional, Health Management Specialist, Health Promotion Expert, Health Policy Analyst, Health Consultant, and Research Assistant. Furthermore, these programs have facilitated entry into professions such as Health Educators, Naturopaths, Dental Technicians, Health Scientists, and Sports Scientists.

Entry requirements

-To be eligible for entry, candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in a health science or related discipline, achieving a minimum B average. In cases where an applicant lacks a degree in health science, submissions accompanied by relevant professional evidence may be taken into account.

English Language Entry Requirements:

All candidates are required to exhibit a satisfactory level of English language proficiency before being accepted into the program.

This proficiency can be confirmed through one of the following achievements obtained within the past two years: –

New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 5 (Academic)

– An IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5, with no individual band score lower than 6.0

– A PTE (Academic) score of 58, with no band score lower than 50

– International qualifications equivalent to IELTS recognized by NZQA, or successful completion of a program where English was the medium of instruction (certain conditions apply)

Subjects

Credits
180

Duration
18 months

Intakes

Feb, April, July, Oct

International fees
$2,067 per 30 credits

Location

Qualification Type

Study level