New Zealand Diploma in Health Science
Naturopathic College of New Zealand Limited
Subject area
Human Biology
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$4,488
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the community with advisors who can apply scientific knowledge of the human body to assist people with the prevention of lifestyle based health issues.
Graduates working under supervision will be able to contribute to wellbeing by advocating for good nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices based on current health science and wellness trends.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Applicants should demonstrate an ability to succeed in tertiary study, shown by the completion of any of the following qualifications or courses of study: NCEA Level 3 with at least 14 credits in both science and technology or equivalent AND / OR New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation Level 4 with a science context; OR Equivalent qualification. Applicants whose first language is not English, or who come from a country where the language of instruction in schools or other teaching institutions is not English, are required to provide evidence of having passed such test of English language competence as stipulated in Policy and Procedure English Language Proficiency. It is recommended that applicants have an IELTS score of 6.5. Proficiency must be demonstrated prior to being accepted on the programme.
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)
|
$4,488 | $4,488 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,303 | $9,303 |
| Total | $13,791 | $13,791 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
90%
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 | $37,155 |
| Earnings range | $28,662 - $43,576 |
| In employment | 57% |
| In further study | 35% |
| On a benefit | 3% |
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
Transpower Rural Communities Trust Tertiary Grant
Provided by:
Rural Communities Trust
Website:
http://www.ruralcommunitiestrust.org.nz
Value:
So far, almost 1,000 grants have been approved, totaling well over $600,000.
Bashford-Nicholls Trust Vocational Study Scholarships
Provided by:
Royce Nicholls Trust/Margaret Bashford Trust
Website:
https://bashford-nicholls.org.nz/
Value:
$1,000
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: (06) 757 4565
Fax: (06) 757 4560
Email: linda@ncnz.co.nz
Web: http://www.ncnz.co.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.