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Universities New Zealand University of Auckland Courses Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) BHSc(Hons)

Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) BHSc(Hons)

University of Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand

Tuition Fee NZ$ 46,525
Country Rank#1
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

This programme provides the opportunity for high-quality health science graduates to study at an advanced level, and to enable you to graduate with enhanced analytical and research skills.

It provides a deeper understanding of the epistemological underpinning of population health.

On completion of the honours degree, you should be prepared for doctoral study or if you choose to proceed into the health workforce, be prepared to meet the increasing demand for graduates able to meet the health sector’s research and policy development needs.

Course Content
Programme structure
- 120 points
- Supervised research dissertation in an aspect of population health (60 points)
- Two core courses in theoretical concepts of health and health services research methods (30 points)
- A selection of advanced courses in population health, health informatics, health management and Māori health (30 points)
- Must be completed within one year of full-time study
Entry Requirement
Study option
- Taught
120 points
- Grade required
GPE
Grade Point Equivalent - 5.0

An undergraduate degree in science
- Qualification
IELTS Academic
International English Language Testing System
Score required - 6.5
Fees & Scholarships
2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$9,728.40

International students
NZ$46,525

Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.16 per point, estimated at $979.20 for full-time study (120 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
Career Prospect
Where could this programme take you?

With their analysis and research skills, graduates will be equipped for a career in health services or for further postgraduate study, including doctoral study. We advise that the University of Auckland is not involved in the employment of graduates and can make no guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment in New Zealand or any other country.

Further study options
- Master of Health Sciences
- Master of Public Health
- Doctor of Philosophy

Cost Of Studying At University of Auckland

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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