Programme details

Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice

The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice program at UC explores various critical topics within the health sciences field, allowing you to enhance your professional skills and practices.

Course description

The master’s course is designed for individuals who are currently employed in the health sector, as well as those who are aspiring to enter health-related careers. Throughout the program, students will delve into a variety of pertinent issues and contemporary challenges facing the health sciences today. This exploration aims to provide them with the tools and insights necessary to elevate their professional practice, fostering a deeper commitment to excellence and innovation in their work within the health care landscape.

Specialisations

Environment and Health
Health and Community
Health Behaviour Change
Health Information Management
Health Leadership and Management
Palliative Care

 

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

Pursuing a Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice opens a range of advanced career prospects in the health sector, focusing on practical skills and leadership within healthcare settings. Here are some potential career opportunities:

Health Service Manager
Clinical Leader
Health Policy Advisor
Public Health Consultant
Health Promotion Specialist

Entry requirements

Candidates must possess a relevant bachelor’s degree or an appropriate health professional qualification, achieving satisfactory grades (generally a B Grade Point Average or above), along with the necessary approval for enrollment. Please be aware that some requirements may be waived for those with relevant practical or professional experience.

This Master’s degree is particularly suitable for those who have pursued or are currently pursuing the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences or the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)

 

Subjects

Credits
180

Duration
18 months

Intakes

Feb, July

International fees
About $65,700

Location

Qualification Type

Study level