Study Health Sciences

Ranked first in New Zealand and 92nd 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.

Undergraduate courses

Undergraduate study in health sciences will give you a solid grounding in your chosen area.

Bachelor's degree

Graduate certificates and diplomas

Postgraduate courses

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 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.}

Certificates and diplomas

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

Diploma in Paramedic Science

Short courses

A short course will develop your skills and knowledge in an area of personal or professional interest.

Academic departments and disciplines

Research in health sciences

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

More about our research

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.

AUT Integrated Health

News

Student collab enhances patient care

19 Jul, 2019

AUT Integrated Health (AIH) provides primary healthcare, specialised services and programmes for the community.

Ethnic disparities in child protection

19 Jul, 2019

AUT research shows that Māori children are almost four times more likely to be placed out of home by child protection services.

Five questions: Valerie Wright-St Clair

03 Jul, 2019

We asked Professor Valerie Wright-St Clair five questions about her research ahead of her Inaugural Professorial Address.

Pacific youth gambling begins at home

01 Jul, 2019

New report funded by the Ministry of Health reveals that gambling among Pacific youth is a social activity that mostly takes place with family and friends.

New chair in digital health

05 Jun, 2019

Dr Lester Levy joins AUT as its new Professor of Digital Health Leadership

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