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Overview
Through University of Canterbury's Diploma in Health Sciences (DipHealSc), you will understand the principles and practices of health promotion. Learn about how you can be part of driving the change for a healthier Aotearoa, and empower our communities to take health back on their own terms and increase access to services.
Careers
The health sector needs more graduates to cope with rising needs, which means there are many different roles to help improve services and systems, and raise awareness.
Career pathways could include:
- health promoter
- wellbeing coordinator
- community health worker
- health educator.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Health Studies
- Te Wero - Maori Health Issues and Opportunities
- Epidemiology
- Health Education
- Building Resilience
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
PTE Academic 50
TOEFL® IBT 80
Duolingo English Test 105
Credits
120 alternative credits
- 120 points
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
Disciplines
Health Sciences View 6 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in New ZealandWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
PTE Academic 50
TOEFL® IBT 80
Duolingo English Test 105
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission to UC with University Entrance (or equivalent) is required to enrol.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Tuition Fee
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International
37150 NZD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 37150 NZD for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
8291 NZD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8291 NZD for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for Christchurch
1300 - 2000 NZD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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