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.