Master of Health Sciences
University of Canterbury
Subject area
Public Health not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
2 Years
Total student fees
$17,159
over 2 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will have extended their knowledge and skills in the health and related sectors, or in services or programmes impacting on the health status of the community, families and individuals. They will have followed an interdisciplinary programme, integrating current knowledge and practice in major areas of the health sciences. They are employed as professionals in the health and related sectors and/or may pursue doctoral study.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
The Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science, or equivalent with a B average; or a relevant bachelor's degree from a New Zealand university, or equivalent.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
2 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$8,580 | $17,159 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$12,923 | $25,846 |
| Total | $21,503 | $43,006 |
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 | $54,387 |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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
Go Waitaha Canterbury Scholarship
Provided by:
University of Canterbury - The Scholarships Office
Website:
Value:
see "additional information"
Helen Macmillan Brown Bursaries
Provided by:
University of Canterbury - The Scholarships Office
Website:
Value:
$2,500 per annum
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
Free phone: 0800 827 748
Phone: (03) 369 3999
Web: http://www.canterbury.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.