University
University of CanterburyGraduate Certificate in Health
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
2 years and 6 months
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Main Campus
Summary
The Graduate Certificate in Health (GradCertHlth) provides foundational knowledge in a short timeframe - ideal for professionals seeking targeted expertise.
It is a great option if you are looking to break into the health sector, even if you are not currently employed in the industry, by helping you develop relevant skills and competencies for employment. Additionally, this Certificate can serve as a stepping stone to postgraduate study and research.
By learning to engage in professional, ethical, and reflective health practices, you can begin to address challenges and solve problems in diverse health contexts.
Course Subjects- HLTH101 Introduction to Health Studies
- HLTH106 Te Wero – Māori Health Issues and Opportunities
- HLTH112 Anatomy and Physiology I
- HLTH302 Evidence in Health
- HLTH306 Te Kete Hauora - Māori Health Knowledge and Understandings/Internship
- HLTH307 Human Nutrition Over the Lifespan
- HLTH312 Health Planning, Implementation and Evaluation
- HLTH316 Professional Skills in Mental Health and Addictions I
- HLTH321 Health Internship
- HLTH323 Critical Analysis of Health Education Practices
- HLTH326 Professional Skills in Mental Health and Addictions II
- BIOL351 Cell Biology 2
- GEOG325 Health, Wellbeing and Environment
- HSRV311 Qualitative Research Methods
- PACE390 Professional and Community Engagement Internships
- PSYC330 Forensic Psychology
- PSYC336 Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- PSYC341 Environmental Psychology
- PSYC348 Contemporary Issues in Family Psychology
- PSYC373 Neuroscience and Neurological Disorders
- PSYC374 Health Psychology
- PSYC375 Intermediate Research Methods and Statistics
- PSYC376 Working with People - Introduction to Professional Skills in Psychology
- PSYC378 Psychology of Social Media
- PSYC379 Introduction to Psychopathology
- PSYC380 Risk and Resilience in Human Development
- PSYC381 Applied Neuroscience: Brain Imaging
- PSYC382 Culture and Cognition
- PSYC384 Learning and Behaviour Analysis
- PSYC385 Human Factors: The Forces that Shape Behaviour with Products, Technology, and Systems
- SPCO309 Applied Exercise Physiology
- SPCO343 Performance Nutrition and Recovery Monitoring
- SPRT322 Physical Activity and Wellbeing
- SPRT323 Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology
Entry criteria
For entry to the Certificate, you will need to have either previously completed a bachelor’s degree in Aotearoa (or equivalent), or have at least 5 years of relevant work experience in a health-related area.
If English is not your first language, you are also required to meet UC's Postgraduate language requirements. See how to provide your English language evidence to UC. If you need help meeting these requirements, or would like to practise your English skills before studying, UC offers English for Academic Purposes (EAP) language programmes.
For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Graduate Certificate in Health or use the admission requirements checker.
How to applyYou can apply online at myUC.
See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.
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