Health sciences

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

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.

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

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.

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Get hands-on experience in our health clinics

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

Akoranga Integrated Health

News
Professor Grant Schofield, Dr Caryn Zinn and chef Craig Rodger
Professor Duncan Reid
Radilaite Cammock
Edmond Fehoko at AUT South Campus
Professor Grant Schofield, Dr Caryn Zinn and chef Craig Rodger
New book sheds light on fasting
20 Apr, 2018
We’re fatter and sicker than ever before – and according to a new book, the answer to this modern scourge could lie in the age-old practice of fasting.
Professor Duncan Reid
4 questions with Professor Duncan Reid
19 Apr, 2018
We asked Professor of Physiotherapy Duncan Reid four questions about his research at the time of his Inaugural Professorial Address.
AUT increases presence in QS subject ran...
28 Mar, 2018
New global rankings show AUT now has 13 subjects ranked, with two of them featuring in the top 50 in the world.
Radilaite Cammock
Fijian reproductive health worse in NZ
28 Mar, 2018
A new study shows that indigenous Fijian women living in New Zealand are not benefitting from the higher level of resources available.
Edmond Fehoko at AUT South Campus
Kava drinking research highlighted in gl...
20 Mar, 2018
AUT PhD student, Edmond Fehoko, continues to garner international attention with his master’s thesis on the experiences and perceptions of New Zealand-bor...
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Mark Boocock's inaugural professorial address
Tuesday 13 Nov, 4:30pm - 6pm
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Global Burden of Disease Brain Summit
Tuesday 27 Nov, 8am - 6pm
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Paul Davis
Leslie Tuilaepa
Kate Livingston
Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani
Therese Lam
Paul Davis
Great graduatesPaul DavisFlight Intensive Care Paramedic, St John Ambulance ServiceDoctor of PhilosophyHis PhD research will help advance the paramedicine profession, says PhD candidate Paul Davis who is researching the treatment of heart attack patients.His PhD research will help advance the paramedicine profession, says Doctor of Philosophy candidate Paul Davis. Paul’s PhD research focuses on testing a new autonomous paramedic-based model of care for the treatment and management of heart attack patients in the New Zealand out-of-hospital setting. He has collaborated with a number of high-profile health organisations for his research.
Leslie Tuilaepa
Great graduatesLeslie TuilaepaPhysiotherapist, Physio Rehab GroupBachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)Physiotherapy is a career with many opportunities, says AUT Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy) alumnus Leslie Tuilaepa who works at Physio Rehab Group.Physiotherapy is a career with many opportunities, says Leslie Tuilaepa who now works at Physio Rehab Group. He enjoys working with people face to face, and feels that AUT has given him the skills and confidence for his career now. Walking down the graduation aisle to collect his degree was a proud moment, says Leslie who came to AUT as a mature student.
Kate Livingston
Great graduatesKate LivingstonAdvanced Care Paramedic, Queensland Ambulance Service, Gold CoastBachelor of Health ScienceShe has always had great respect for people who can save lives, says Kate Livingston who is now an advanced care paramedic for the Queensland Ambulance Service.She has always had great respect for people who can manage life-threatening emergencies and save lives, says Kate Livingston who is now an advanced care paramedic for the Queensland Ambulance Service. Her degree prepared her well for the challenges of her role and the practical experiences set AUT apart from other universities, says the AUT alumna who graduated in 2013.
Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani
Great graduatesQorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah AdnaniDoctor of PhilosophyShe was attracted to AUT by the reputation of its midwifery department, says Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani who is completing a PhD in midwifery.She was attracted to AUT by the reputation of its midwifery department, says Qorinah Estiningtyas Sakilah Adnani. She loves the supportive environment AUT offers for postgraduate and research students. Being an international PhD student can be challenging, especially if you have English as a second language, Qorinah says.
Therese Lam
Great graduatesTherese LamHealth Promoter, Mapu Maia (Pasifika Team), Problem Gambling Foundation of New ZealandBachelor of Health ScienceThe desire to address the issues that affect the health and wellbeing of Pacific people is what drove AUT alumna Therese Lam to study health promotion.The desire to address the issues that affect the health and wellbeing of Pacific people is what drove Therese Lam to study health promotion. She wanted to work in an area that focuses on making a positive contribution to the health and wellbeing of Pacific people. The workplace experience in her final semester was one of the highlights of her studies, says Therese who now works at Mapu Maia.
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