Acupuncture - Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
With the AUT Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in Acupuncture you can gain advanced knowledge and critical analysis skills in acupuncture in as little as one year.
Choose from a range of courses related to Western acupuncture. Flexible learning options are available in some courses to support working professionals during their studies.
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.
This is part of the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science.
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You need a total of 120 points to complete the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science in Acupuncture qualification.
Complete the following courses
- COMT801 Western Acupuncture (45 points)# (No mid-year intake)
- COMT802 Theoretical Concepts of Western Acupuncture (15 points)
- RHAB818 Pain: Mechanisms and Management (15 points)
- AND 15 points from a relevant postgraduate course.
And select 15 points from
- HEAL811 Research Design and Methods (15 points)
- HEAL840 Critical Inquiry for Evidence Based Practice (15 points)
- MAOH801 Maori Health Research Practice - Te Rangahau Hauora Maori (15 points)
- PUBH810 Pacific Health Research and Design (15 points)
And select 15 points from
- HEAL812 Health Professional Practice (15 points)
- HEAL813 Practice Reality (15 points) (Only offered in Semester 2)
# Course has special requirements
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.
- Explores a range of topics related to Western acupuncture
- Open to registered health professionals interested in acupuncture
- Staff who are internationally recognised as experts in this field
- Flexible study options, including on-campus block courses and online learning
The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.