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This program offers exceptional health science graduates the chance to pursue advanced studies, equipping them with superior analytical and research capabilities. It delivers an in-depth exploration of population health's foundational theories. Upon earning the honors degree, students will be ready for doctoral programs or, if entering the healthcare field, prepared to address the growing need for professionals skilled in research and policy formulation. Graduates will possess the analytical expertise needed for healthcare careers or advanced academic pursuits, including PhD studies. Please note that the University of Auckland does not participate in graduate hiring and cannot ensure professional registration or job placement in New Zealand or elsewhere.
Taught 120 points
You must have completed an undergraduate degree in health sciences (or a similar field of study) at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will require a GPE of 5.0 or higher in 75% of your most advanced-level courses.
IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.5 and no bands below 6.0; Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): Overall score of 90 and written score of 21; Paper-based TOEFL: Overall score of 68 and a writing score of 21; Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) or Cambridge English Proficiency (CPE): Overall score of 176 and no bands below 169; Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Overall score of 58 and no PTE Communicative score below 50; Foundation Certificate in English for Academic Purposes (FCertEAP): Grade of B-; Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): 85.