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Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice

Location

University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Program Duration

18 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

65,700 NZDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

01 Dec, 2025Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Health/HealthcareMain Subject Area

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Program overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice is a 180-point, professionally focused, coursework-based master's degree. This degree will appeal to those already employed in the health sector or those wishing to enter health-related employment, with...
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Program overview

Main Subject

Health/Healthcare

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice is a 180-point, professionally focused, coursework-based master's degree. This degree will appeal to those already employed in the health sector or those wishing to enter health-related employment, with...
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Admission Requirements

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There are a few pathways for entry available:
  • A previous relevant bachelor's degree, or appropriate health professional qualification, with good grades (normally a B Grade Point Average or better), and approval to enrol. Note: some conditions may be waived if you already have practical or professional experience in the field.
  • This Master's is an ideal extension for those who have studied or are currently studying the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences or Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences.
  • Nursing and Health Sciences – UC offers a unique qualification combination in conjunction with Ara Institute of Canterbury (Ara) allowing graduates to gain two qualifications: a Bachelor of Nursing and a Master of Health Sciences Professional Practice, in just two years. See Te Kaupeka Oranga | Faculty of Health website for more details.

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Tuition fees

Domestic
10,097 NZD
International
65,700 NZD

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