Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health
Address the social, economic and other factors that shape individual and community health and wellbeing with AUT’s Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health.
In just two semesters you’ll build your understanding of the key elements of public health, with an emphasis on community health and development.
The Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health may be right for you if you’re passionate about promoting health, tackling social and health inequities, or advancing community wellbeing. It could also be a good fit if you're considering a career in public health, or are already in the field and seeking a tertiary-level qualification.
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Minimum entry requirements
Completed one of the following:
- Relevant bachelor’s degree
- Relevant graduate diploma
International student entry requirements
Other requirements
May be admitted on the basis of a relevant professional qualification or professional experience approved by the Dean (or representative) to be equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0
This programme aims to advance community wellbeing, equity, social justice and empowerment. It covers the social, economic, cultural, educational, environmental and other factors that affect individual and community health. Topics you’ll study include principles of public health, social epidemiology, public health policy and systems and Māori development.
While this programme is predominantly offered at the South Campus, some of the courses you study may be offered at the City or North Campus. To view timetables and see at which campus courses are offered use our course search. If the room for your course starts with A, that means it’s held at the North Campus (Akoranga). If it starts with M, it’s held at the South Campus (Manukau) and if it starts with W, it's held at the City Campus (Waihorotiu). All courses are offered via flexible learning, including a mix of block courses on campus and online, or blended learning.
Complete the following courses
Semester 1 courses
- EPMY801 Social Epidemiology (15 points)
- MAOH804 Te Hau o te Ora Hauora Māori Development (15 points)*
- PUBH801 Principles of Public Health (15 points)
Semester 2 courses
- MAOH804 Te Hau o te Ora Hauora Māori Development (15 points)*
- PUBH804 Public Health Policy and Systems (15 points)
*This course is offered in both semesters and you can choose when you want to complete it.
Ready to enrol in your courses?
Find out how you can enrol in the courses and classes for your programme, whether you’ve just joined AUT as a new student or you’re already studying with us. If you’re looking for a course timetable or more info on a specific course use our course search.
Skills you will develop in the Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health
The outcomes for graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health are outlined in the Graduate Profile below.
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.
($5,014 tuition fees + $596 student services levy)
($21,800 tuition fees + $596 student services levy)
- Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
- Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
- There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
- 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.