University
University of AucklandMaster of Health Practice MHlthPrac
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
City Campus
Summary
This programme is an ideal option for Bachelor of Health Science graduates to
achieve a masters qualification in a short period of time. You don't require a medical science background to enter the programme.
Depending on the specialisation you choose, there are various career opportunities in health services, government agencies, non-governmental organisations and community groups.
The programme currently offers two specialisations:
- Addiction Studies
- Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Our teaching staff are leaders in their fields. You will hear first-hand about some of the innovative and cutting edge research they deliver.
Students who choose not to complete the requirements for the masters can exit the degree with either a postgraduate diploma or postgraduate certificate.
Entry criteria
You must have completed a relevant bachelors honours degree or postgraduate diploma with a GPA of 5.0 or higher. Alternatively, completed a relevant bachelors degree, and a relevant postgraduate certificate with a GPA of 5.0 or higher. Relevant degrees include: Those that qualify you for registration as a health professional, or those in a discipline such as health sciences, nursing, pharmacy, public health or social work. If you are applying for the Addiction Studies specialisation, you must be currently working therapeutically with clients that have addiction and/or mental health problems. Alternatively, you must be able to organise a structured/approved clinical placement with an addiction service provider.
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