Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science
Develop advanced knowledge and critical analysis skills in the field of health sciences in as little as one semester with the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science.
Health professionals from all sectors can study health sciences at an advanced level through the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science.
The programme can prepare you for further study at postgraduate diploma or master’s level. It's a great postgraduate study option if you have been out of study for some time, or are unsure if postgraduate study is for you. You'll be surprised at the flexibile learning options that AUT offers.
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
Must have completed the following or equivalent:
- Bachelor of Health Science; OR
- Graduate Diploma in Health Science; OR
- Relevant professional practice or experience in a related health field equivalent to a bachelor’s degree
International student entry requirements
Other requirements
- Provide evidence of current professional practice. Some papers are only open to students with current professional practice registration.
- May be required to meet Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and Vulnerable Children’s Act (VCA Act) requirements and other relevant legislation
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
Offered at the City and the South Campus
*May also be offered via distance learning.
Offered at the North Campus
- Acupuncture
- Child Health
- Health Professional Education
- Leadership and Management
- Mental Health and Addictions
- MindBody Healthcare
- Older Adult: Health and Wellness
- Podiatry
- Rehabilitation
- Violence and Trauma
Offered at the South Campus
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.
South Campus
13 Jul 2020
22 Feb 2021
12 Jul 2021
$4,355 - $4,589
- This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a workload of 60 points in 2020. The exact fees will depend on papers selected and may exceed this range.
- 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
$18,447
- This represents the approximate tuition fee range based on a workload of 60 points in 2020. The exact fees 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.