Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice
Whitireia Community Polytechnic Ltd
Subject area
Studies in Human Society not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$8,187
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this programme is to provide the health and social sectors with graduates who apply advanced research knowledge and scholarship to their professional practice context. It is designed for professionals in health and social practice seeking to advance their knowledge and skills. Graduates have built on their professional experience to gain internationally recognised knowledge and skills for career enhancement, capable to practise at an advanced, specialised level. Graduates will have the ability to work effectively in interprofessional teams for the provision of high quality services to diverse people and communities.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience, and relevant practice in a related professional field (International: IELTS 7.0 Academic, with no band below 6.5, or equivalent)
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$8,187 | $8,187 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$12,463 | $12,463 |
| Total | $20,650 | $20,650 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $44,649 |
| Earnings range | $33,025 - $55,350 |
| In employment | 61% |
| In further study | 30% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Rural Women New Zealand Education Fund
Provided by:
Rural Women New Zealand
Website:
https://ruralwomennz.nz/services/charitable-grants/
Value:
Up to $500.00
Tū i te ora scholarship
Provided by:
Northland Regional Council
Website:
https://www.nrc.govt.nz/your-council/work-with-us/funding-and-awards/
Value:
$3000
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (04) 237 3100
Fax: (04) 237 3101
Email: info@whitireia.ac.nz
Web: http://www.whitireia.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.