Course Overview

If you are interested in a career where you can contribute to areas such as health services, health systems, clinical practice and research, the Master of Health Sciences is the ideal programme for you.

The MHSc equips you to take on leadership roles in the delivery of health services, systems or research. There is also the option to specialise in Nutrition and Dietetics, which enables graduates to seek registration with the New Zealand Dietitians Board in order to practise as a dietitian in New Zealand.

As well as the opportunity to undertake research in the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences, you may also undertake this programme at the University’s Liggins Institute.

General Eligibility

Study option

Research 120/240 points

Grade required

GPA 5.0

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each component).