Master of Public Health – MPH
Course details
| NZQF Level | 9 |
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About the course
Gain invaluable skills
With the Master of Public Health, you will be able to demonstrate a critical awareness of the public health research literature. You’ll undertake collaborative research and practice within interdisciplinary and intersectoral environments.
Follow your research interests
The qualification emphasises applied research and practical experience. You will be able to conduct research relevant to your public health work, interests and experiences. You will build on the knowledge gained through your Postgraduate Diploma of Public Health.
Transfer your learning to your workplace
You will learn to reason and act independently as a professional working in public health and contribute to policy development at local and national levels. You’ll engage with public health knowledge through scholarly inquiry and publication and apply your cutting-edge knowledge to solving public health challenges.
You will receive a high-quality, comprehensive education and training in public health. This will benefit you, your employer, and the health of New Zealanders in general.
Further study
If you complete the research pathway you may choose to progress to a PhD.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Specific requirements
To enter the Master of Public Health, you will have:
- been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree in health sciences with a minimum grade average of B-, or equivalent; or
- been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree in health sciences or other relevant discipline, and have relevant professional experience, or equivalent; or
- been awarded or qualified for a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health with a minimum grade average of B-, or equivalent.
Documents you will need to supply to support your application
- copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University
- a CV is required if applying on the basis of a bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey's English language competency requirements.
Time limits for Honours, Distinction and Merit
Where your qualification is completed within the stated time limit and to a high standard, you may be able to graduate with a class of Honours, Distinction or Merit.
- Look for information under ‘Student Progression’ in the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas and Postgraduate Certificates.
- Contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
Prior learning, credit and exemptions
For information on prior learning, exemptions and transfer of credit or other questions:
- review the Recognition of Prior Learning regulations
- contact us through the Get advice button on this page.
English language skills
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Maximum time limits for completion
There are maximum time limits for completing postgraduate qualifications. If you do not complete them within the maximum time, you may be required to re-apply for the qualification if you wish to continue your studies.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate, read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University, including the General Regulations for Postgraduate Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Postgraduate Certificates.
Returning students
For returning students, there may be changes to the majors and minors available and the courses you need to take. To find out more, go to the section called ‘Transitional Provisions’ in the Regulations.
In some cases, the qualification or specialisation you enrolled in may no longer be taking new enrolments, so it may not appear on these web pages. To find information on the regulations for these qualifications, go to the Massey University Calendar.
Please contact us through the Get advice button on this page if you have any questions.
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Massey University - Te Kunenga ki Pūrehuroa is a leading New Zealand university, world-renowned for unique practical qualifications, ground-breaking research, and online courses.
Each year over 5,000 international students from more than 100 countries find a warm welcome at Massey. We are ranked in the top 250 universities in the world by QS World Rankings and have a well-established reputation for academic leadership, research excellence and innovative teaching.