Postgraduate Diploma in the Art and Science of Health Care
Southern Institute of Technology Ltd
Subject area
Health not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$7,319
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
To enable health professionals to develop skills of research, critical analysis, constructive synthesis and advanced practice in their discipline.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Application by Academic Qualification An undergraduate degree in a health profession discipline and with New Zealand registration in their health care discipline. It is expected that applicants will be in current clinical practice. 0.4 full time equivalent positions is the expected minimum. However, applicants who are unable to meet this will be assessed by the postgraduate programme manager to ensure they have appropriate clinical placements. Where an applicant does not hold an undergraduate degree in a health professional discipline, evidence of extensive professional practice and scholarly achievement to the equivalent of a Bachelor s degree is to be presented in a curriculum vitae accompanied by a statement about advanced practice and postgraduate goals for the future.
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)
|
$7,319 | $7,319 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$12,463 | $12,463 |
| Total | $19,782 | $19,782 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
89%
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 | $49,742 |
| Earnings range | $36,788 - $58,154 |
| In employment | 58% |
| In further study | 37% |
| On a benefit | 0% |
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
Altrusa Club of Ashburton Health Bursary
Provided by:
Altrusa Club of Ashburton
Website:
http://www.altrusa.org.nz/clubs.html
Value:
$1,000. Paid in two $500 instalments
Hiwa-i-te-Rangi Māori Health Leadership Scholarship
Provided by:
New Zealand Health Group
Website:
https://www.nzhealthgroup.com/maori-scholarship/
Value:
$10,000
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
Free phone: 0800 478 839
Phone: (03) 211 2699
Fax: (03) 214 4977
Email: info@sit.ac.nz
Web: http://www.sit.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.