Master of Health Research
Victoria University of Wellington
Subject area
Health not elsewhere classified
Qualification
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Entry requirements
A bachelors degree with honours or a postgraduate diploma (or equivalent) in a health-related discipline. Candidates in nursing or midwifery must hold the relevant professional registration.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will show evidence of advanced knowledge in their specialist field of professional health practice. They will be able to critically evaluate the literature; research, analyse and argue from evidence; and show mastery of theoretical concepts relevant to their discipline. They will demonstrate the capacity for independent thinking through the design and conduct of a piece of supervised research, and be ready to apply these skills to new situations in existing or new roles in the health sector. Some graduates may be able to continue to further study at doctoral level.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Other Health at this level can earn:
$45,000
Median earnings one year after study
$52,000
Median earnings two years after study
$65,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
79%
Employment rate two years after study
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Lake Taupo Charitable Trust Education Grants
Provided by:
Lake Taupo Charitable Trust
Website:
Value:
Determined by Trustees
Averil Brent Scholarship in Science
Provided by:
Victoria University of Wellington - The Scholarships Office
Website:
http://www.victoria.ac.nz/study/student-finance/scholarships
Value:
Approximately $2,500; subject to funds available.
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 842 864
Phone: (04) 472 1000
Fax: (04) 499 4601
Email: info-desk@vuw.ac.nz
Web: http://www.vuw.ac.nz
Sources
NZQA supplies course information based on material from the provider.
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