Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences PGDipHSc

Programme structure
 

You can pick between a generic postgraduate diploma in health sciences or choose from one of our specialisations on offer.
 

Generic Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences

• One course from the approved research method courses list (15 points)
• Advanced level courses covering various fields in health sciences, listed in the Master of Health Sciences Schedule (105 points)
• Completed within one year if enrolled full-time or four years if enrolled part-time.
   

Alternatively, you can complete 120 points from one of the specialisations - click on the Specialisations tab for more information.

Programme requirements
 
You must have completed an undergraduate degree at a recognised university (or similar institution) in a health-related discipline such as health sciences, medicine, nursing, optometry, pharmacy, psychology, or social work. You will need a Grade Point Average (GPA) or Grade Point Equivalent (GPE) of at least 2.5.
 

If your GPA or GPE is below 2.5 you should first complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences.
 

Further programme requirements
 

If you are applying for a specialisation, there are specific requirements you must meet.
 

Specialisations are not available to international applicants, with the exception of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Health Informatics.
 

• Advanced Nursing and Mental Health Nursing: you must have current registration with the Nursing Council in New Zealand.
• Alcohol and Drug Studies, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Palliative Care, and Youth Health: you must be a health professional currently working in these service areas.
• Health Informatics: you must have a background in computer science, or an undergraduate degree in health sciences from a recognised university (or similar institution).
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, and Ultrasound: you must have completed an undergraduate degree in medical imaging (or similar) at a recognised university (or similar institution) and have registration with the Medical Radiation Technologists Board.
• Pharmaceutical Science: you must have completed a degree in chemistry, medicinal chemistry, pharmacy, pharmacology, or an undergraduate degree in science at a recognised university (or similar institution) that includes advanced-level courses in chemistry.
   

English language requirements

If you are an international applicant whose first language is not English you will need to provide evidence of your English proficiency.

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$8,947.20 – $9,728.40

International students
NZ$46,525 – $81,194

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.

Where could this programme take you?

Many graduates continue to work within their health profession while others work in health-related fields, social services, or local or central government. Postgraduate study can bring many career benefits eg, specialist skills and enhanced knowledge, entry into specific occupations, higher starting salary/progression rates, research capability/achievement and evidence of high academic attainment/self-discipline. 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.