Course details

Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies (Infection Prevention and Control)
NZQF Level 8

About the course

Are you a working professional who wants to gain higher qualifications in your field of expertise? At Toi Ohomai you can advance your study of professional leadership with our unique suite of applied postgraduate courses. During your study you'll hone your research and leadership skills by applying theoretical study to examples of work-based situations. Your assessments and projects directly support your professional employment so you can put your new skills and knowledge into practice on the job. You'll learn to critique, analyse and find effective solutions to issues and challenges within your specialist field. You'll also explore the factors influencing health research and gain practical skills in implementing and monitoring an infection control programme. The Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Professional Studies leads onto Masters study – within 18 months you could complete both qualifications. Or, complete your Postgraduate Diploma and put your new skills to work. You can return at any time to take your learning to the next level.

Entry requirements

You must hold:

A bachelor's degree or a graduate certificate or graduate diploma in a cognate subject, OR The Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Professional Studies (Infection Prevention and Control)

About the provider

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest tertiary provider in the Bay of Plenty and the third largest institute of technology in New Zealand. We are home to more than 14,000 students, more than 1,000 staff, and we offer more than 150 study options ranging from certificate to post-graduate level.