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.