Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science

In as little as one year you can gain advanced knowledge and critical analysis skills in the field of health sciences with the AUT Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science.

Health professionals from all sectors can study health sciences at an advanced level through the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science. Flexible learning options are available in some papers to support you working and studying at the same time.

The programme can prepare you for further study at 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.

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Start date: 2020

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

English language requirements

Offered at the City and the South Campus

*May also be offered via distance learning.

Offered at the North Campus

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 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.

Quick facts
Programme code:
AK3487
Level:
8
Points:
120
Duration:
1 year full-time / part-time available
Campus:
North Campus
South Campus
Starts:

24 Feb 2020

13 Jul 2020

Fees:
Domestic
$8,540
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2019. 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 2019, 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
$35,820
  • This represents the approximate tuition fee based on a full-time workload of 120 points in 2019. 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 2019, 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.

Scholarships at AUT

Josh McInnes
Erika Ikeda
Christine Clark
Josh McInnes
Great graduatesJosh McInnesIntensive Care Flight Medic, St John, NorthlandPostgraduate Diploma in Health Science
Bachelor of Health ScienceThe variety of his work is what he enjoys most about being a paramedic, says AUT health science alumnus Josh McInnes who now works for St John in Northland.The variety of his work is what he enjoys most about being a paramedic, says AUT health science alumnus Josh McInnes who now works for St John in Northland. As an intensive care flight medic, he responds to all types of medical and traumatic emergencies as primary response, or support ambulance crews with patients requiring advanced life support.
Erika Ikeda
Great graduatesErika IkedaPostdoctoral Fellow, Medical Research Council Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United KingdomDoctor of Philosophy
Master of Health Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Health ScienceShe chose AUT because of the calibre of her supervisor, says sport and recreation alumna Erika Ikeda who came to AUT as an international student from Japan.She chose AUT because of the calibre of her supervisor, says sport and recreation alumna Erika Ikeda who came to AUT as an international student from Japan. The opportunities for multidisciplinary research and collaboration are what Erika has enjoyed most about her studies at AUT. She also appreciated having access to the Sports Performance Research Institute New Zealand (SPRINZ) and its fantastic facilities.
Christine Clark
Great graduatesChristine ClarkChief Executive, Kalandra Education GroupDoctor of Health Science
Master of Health Science
Postgraduate Diploma in Health ScienceWhat she enjoyed most about her studies was the support she received every step of the way, says Dr Christine Clark who completed a Doctor of Health Science.What she enjoyed most about her studies was the support she received every single step of the way, says Dr Christine Clark who completed her Doctor of Health Science in 2018. For her doctoral research, Christine used grounded theory to research how healthcare assistants managed their day. Her studies also inspired her to start her own business; successful training organisation Kalandra Education Group.
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The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.

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