Auckland,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Health Practice - Addiction Studies - Taught 120 points in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland
University of Auckland
|
Auckland New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
46,525
(c. USD27,058.47)
Attendance
Full-time
Gain expertise in theory and research to prepare for community-focused careers in fields such as Health Promotion, Addiction Studies, Population Mental Health, and Pacific Health. This program offers Bachelor of Health Science graduates an accelerated path to earning a master's degree. No medical science background is required for admission. Depending on your chosen specialization, diverse career paths open in health services, government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations. Career outcomes vary by specialization: Addiction Studies can lead to leadership positions in justice systems, correctional facilities, and workplace programs. Health Promotion specialists often contribute to shaping health policies at local and national levels. Pacific Health graduates may take pivotal roles in Pacific community groups, while Population Mental Health specialists work on designing community-based mental health initiatives. Please note: The University of Auckland does not participate in graduate employment processes and cannot guarantee professional registration or job placement in New Zealand or internationally.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You must have completed one year of postgraduate study in a relevant discipline, following an undergraduate degree, at a recognised university (or similar institution). You will need a GPE of 5.0 or higher.
Relevant disciplines include health sciences, nursing, pharmacy, public health or social work. Degrees that qualify you for registration as a health professional will also be considered.
If you are applying for the Addiction Studies specialisation, you must be currently working therapeutically with clients that have addiction and/or mental health problems. Alternatively, you must be able to organise a structured/approved clinical placement with an addiction service provider.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5 and no bands below 6.0
Internet-based TOEFL (iBT) - Overall score of 90 and a written score of 21
Paper-based TOEFL - Overall score of 68 and a writing score of 21
Tuition
NZD
46,525