Doctor of Health Science
Course details
| NZQF Level | 10 |
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About the course
The Doctor of Health Science fulfils today's industry needs, enabling health professionals to pursue research that is directly relevant to their workplace. AUT is the only university in New Zealand to offer the Doctor of Health Science.
Entry requirements
Applications are welcome at all times during the year.
Acceptance is subject to the availability of staff for supervision, prior research preparation and appropriate facilities.
Minimum entry requirements
Must have completed the following in a specialisation appropriate to the proposed research:
- Master’s degree with honours OR
- Bachelor’s degree with honours (equivalent to 4 years of study)
The degree must have a standard equivalent to first class or second class (first division) honours.
The degree should include advanced learning in research, execution of a research project and a written report on the research.
AND
A minimum of five years’ professional experience in the specific area of study
English language requirements
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and no band less than 6.0