Master of Health Science
The Master of Health Science is an advanced postgraduate qualification for health practitioners who want to further their knowledge through research to advance their career.
The Master of Health Science is an opportunity for graduates from a variety of health backgrounds to advance their scholarly and professional knowledge in an area of their interest. You study in an interprofessional and collegial learning environment, and develop research skills.
Start date: 2020
- Download our programme brochure [PDF, 6.4 MB]
Start date: 2021
- Download our programme brochure [PDF, 5.2 MB]
Minimum entry requirements
An applicant must have completed one of the following with a B grade average or higher, or equivalent:
- Bachelor of Health Science
- Graduate Diploma in Health Science
Staircasing options from the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science or Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science are also available.
Alternatively, students can negotiate a research or individual pathway with the Associate Dean Academic.
International student entry requirements
Other requirements
- Provide evidence of having completed an acceptable undergraduate research paper or equivalent
- An applicant may be asked to provide evidence of current professional practice
- An interview may be required
- May be required to meet Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements and other relevant legislation
Psychology Specialisation
- An applicant for the Master of Health Science in Psychology must have the personal qualities that show suitability for this programme, and may be required to attend selection interviews
- An applicant for the Master of Health Science in Psychology will be required to supply references and satisfy a police vetting process
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English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
- Advanced Nursing Practice
- MindBody Healthcare (not offered in 2020)
- Podiatry
- Psychology
You can also complete the standard Master of Health Science (non-endorsed).
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.
Complete papers from a relevant specialisation in the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (120 points).
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
Papers must include either
Or
And complete a thesis
13 Jul 2020
22 Feb 2021
12 Jul 2021
$8,711
- This represents the approximate tuition fee based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2020. The exact tuition fee will depend on papers selected and may exceed this figure.
- Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2020, fees may vary from those stated.
- There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
$36,895
- This represents the approximate tuition fee based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2020. The exact tuition fee will depend on papers selected and may exceed this figure.
- Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for beyond 2020, the tuition fee may vary from the figure stated.
- There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay. Learn more about fees to study at AUT
- International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.
The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.