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Doctor of Health Science

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Doctoral Degree

Duration

3 years

Next start date

Expected Jul 2025

Campus

City Campus

Summary

The Doctor of Health Science fulfils today's industry needs, enabling health professionals to pursue research that is directly relevant to their workplace. AUT is the only university in New Zealand to offer the Doctor of Health Science.

Entry criteria

Applications are welcome at all times during the year.

Acceptance is subject to the availability of staff for supervision, prior research preparation and appropriate facilities.

Minimum entry requirements

Must have completed the following in a specialisation appropriate to the proposed research:

  • Master’s degree with honours OR
  • Bachelor’s degree with honours (equivalent to 4 years of study)

The degree must have a standard equivalent to first class or second class (first division) honours.

The degree should include advanced learning in research, execution of a research project and a written report on the research.

AND

A minimum of five years’ professional experience in the specific area of study

English language requirements
  • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and no band less than 6.0

English language requirements

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