Health sciences

Ranked in the top 101-125 in the world for clinical, pre-clinical and health subjects by Times Higher Education, AUT is one of the country's biggest health science education providers. We draw on research and industry practice to prepare you for a rewarding career in a growing sector – and our graduates are in demand worldwide.

When you study here you’ll get experience working with real people through industry work placements. You’ll also work in our health clinics on campus, which offer services to the public like physiotherapy, oral health, podiatry and more.

Postgraduate study in health sciences will build on your knowledge and expertise in your area of interest.

Practice as a health professional in New Zealand is governed by legislation and a number of ‘Responsible Authorities’ (such as the NZ Psychologist Board, Physiotherapy Board and the Nursing Council who register practitioners). Overseas qualified health professionals who wish to practise in New Zealand should communicate directly with the relevant Responsible Authority. Qualifications recognised for professional registration at AUT are undergraduate; study at postgraduate level is not considered equivalent recognition for NZ Board certification.

A certificate or diploma will give you an introduction to your chosen subject and can prepare you for further study.

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Research in health sciences

We believe in high-quality research that has impact, and have world-class researchers and research strengths across health sciences.

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Get hands-on experience in our health clinics

Students work with close supervision at our North Campus clinic, AUT Integrated Health. Open to the public, it offers health and rehab services like counselling and podiatry.

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Public Health Champion 2021
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Associate Professor Heather Came has been named this year’s Kāhui Hauora Tūmatanui Public Health Champion.
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hree AUT researchers have been acknowledged at the Health Research Council’s annual Career Development Awards.
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Harnessing the lived experience of disabled people is key to changing the face of disability and design at both a societal and personal level.
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Firefighter and AUT student, Josh Darby, is part of a core team leading a $500,000 project to improve the psychological wellbeing of firefighters.
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The International Breast Cancer Consortium for Epigenetic Discovery will be announced at the opening of the AUT-hosted Breast Cancer Research Symposium.
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Andrew Fegan
Olivia Isbey
Jade Parker
Anjali Bhatia
Jonathan Chapman
Andrew Fegan
Great graduatesAndrew Fegan Sales Manager for NZ, Indonesia, Vietnam and India, DJO GlobalBachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)Studying physiotherapy was the natural choice for him, says Andrew Fegan who came to AUT to complete a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy).Studying physiotherapy was the natural choice for him, says Andrew Fegan who came to AUT to complete a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy). Since graduating from AUT, Andrew is now a regional sales manager for DJO Global, a world leader in orthopaedic products for rehabilitation, pain management and physical therapy.
Olivia Isbey
Great graduatesOlivia IsbeyCore 2 Rotational Physiotherapist, Auckland District Health BoardBachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)She was familiar with the work of physiotherapists from an early age, says Olivia Isbey who completed a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) in 2018.She was familiar with the work of physiotherapists from an early age, says Olivia Isbey who completed a Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) in 2018. The people she met were the highlight of her time at AUT, says Olivia who received the AUT Fran Elkin Physiotherapy Prize for the Best Overall Student in the Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) in 2018.
Jade Parker
Great graduatesJade ParkerRegistered Nurse, Department of Critical Care Medicine, Auckland City HospitalBachelor of Health Science (Nursing)She has always known that she wants to be a nurse, says health sciences alumna Jade Parker who completed her Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) in 2020.She has always known that she wants to be a nurse, says health sciences alumna Jade Parker who completed her Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) in 2020. Since completing her studies, Jade is now working as a registered nurse in Auckland City Hospital’s Department of Critical Care Medicine; a role she considers her dream job.
Anjali Bhatia
Great graduatesAnjali BhatiaDoctor of PhilosophyLike many people, Anjali Bhatia found growing up stressful at times. As a PhD student, she is now taking a closer look at the challenges young people face.Like many people, Anjali Bhatia found growing up stressful at times. As a PhD student in health, she is now taking a closer look at the challenges young people face. She decided to study at AUT because it’s a university known for its emphasis on research, says Anjali who came to AUT as an international student from India and hopes to eventually work in academia herself.
Jonathan Chapman
Great graduatesJonathan ChapmanMusculoskeletal Extended Scope Podiatrist, Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, LondonBachelor of Health Science (Podiatry)He is proud of the difference he’s making to his patients, says Jonathan Chapman who now works for Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London.He is proud of the difference he’s making to his patients’ quality of life, says podiatry alumnus Jonathan Chapman who now works for Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in London. After more than a decade working as a professional podiatrist, Jonathan still frequently draws on the skills he developed throughout his studies at AUT.
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