Auckland,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Health Practice - Addiction Studies - Taught 180 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 theoretical knowledge and research skills 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 opportunities exist across health services, government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations. Career paths vary by specialization: Addiction Studies graduates may pursue 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 frequently take pivotal roles in Pacific community organizations. Population Mental Health specialists typically work on designing and implementing innovative public health interventions for mental wellness. 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 a relevant undergraduate degree at a recognised university (or similar institution) with a GPE of 5.0 or higher.
Relevant degrees include:
Those that qualify you for registration as a health professional, or
Those in a discipline such as health sciences, nursing, pharmacy, public health or social work.
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