Postgraduate Diploma in Health Care
Victoria University of Wellington
Subject area
Health not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.
Entry requirements
A bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline, registration as a health professional, and work experience in health care.
About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates will demonstrate advanced knowledge in their chosen field of health expertise. They will be able to seek out, critique and apply relevant research in practice and will use their understanding of health care systems to improve health outcomes. Employment pathways may include advanced clinical roles, or positions in health research or policy.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Other Health at this level can earn:
$61,000
Median earnings one year after study
$60,000
Median earnings two years after study
$66,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
76%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2021
Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Diabetes Nurses Professional Development Grant
Provided by:
NZ Nurses Organisation (Inc) National Office - The Administrator
Website:
Value:
Refer to 'Additional Information.'
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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