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Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

PGCertHealSc
11 October 2023

UC's Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHealSc) provides a suitable introduction to health science. It can also be a pathway to other postgraduate qualifications at UC. Learn more about studying a PGCertHealSc through our Te Kaupeka Oranga | Faculty of Health.

START

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

Degree Structure - Start In
Semester 1 or 2 (February or July)

POINTS

60

DURATION

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

Degree Structure - Duration
6 months full-time, up to 2 years part-time

Overview


Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

Introduction

This Certificate gives health professionals and others interested in the health sector the chance to critically examine a range of significant issues in health sciences, and where relevant to improve their professional practice.

The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences is a suitable introduction to the health science sector. It can also be a pathway to other postgraduate qualifications at UC.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

Entry requirements

To enrol, you must have completed a relevant bachelor’s degree or an equivalent health qualification.

Prior qualifications and experience will be taken into account in approving your application.

One or more courses in this degree may also require vaccinations. Check each course page for more details.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC's English language requirements.

For the full entry requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences or use the admission requirements checker.

How to apply

You can apply online at myUC.

See Admission and enrolment for all information on enrolling at UC.

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

How do I plan my certificate?

The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences is made up of courses equivalent to 60 points, chosen from the course list.

You may have the option of transferring to a longer postgraduate programme if desired.

The qualification takes 6 months full-time, and can also be studied for up to 2 years part-time.

For full requirements, see the Regulations for the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences.

Domestic students

2024 tuition fee estimate: $4,579 (60 points)
2025 tuition fee estimate: $4,853 (60 points)

International students

2024 Special Programme Fee: $15,450 (60 points)
2025 Special Programme Fee: $21,900 (60 points)

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences

Career opportunities

Many graduates continue to work within their health profession while others work in health-related fields, the social services, or local or central government.

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