University
University of CanterburyThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Master's Degree
Duration
18 months
Next start date
Expected Jul 2023
Campus
University of Canterbury
The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice is a 180-point, professionally focused, coursework-based master's degree. This degree will appeal to those already employed in the health sector or those wishing to enter health-related employment, with students examining a range of significant issues in health sciences, and looking to improve their professional practice as a result.
MHealScProfPr students may either follow a general programme, or focus on a specialisation and receive their qualification endorsed in one of several areas:
If completing the Bachelor of Nursing from Ara consecutively with the MHealScProfPr, students complete their MHealScProfPr in 18 months and then study full-time at Ara for an additional 6 months. This pathway has a February-only start.
Further study
UC offers a Doctor of Philosophy in Health Sciences.
Career opportunities
Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, possible into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline.
Start date: Monthly by arrangement with supervisor
There are a few pathways for entry available to students:
Applicants must also satisfy our English language entry requirements:
Application deadline: At least 6 months before the planned start date.
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