Bachelor of Health - Health Informatics in Wellington New Zealand | Victoria University of Wellington

Victoria University of Wellington | Wellington New Zealand
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 33,575
(c. USD19,458.22)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The Bachelor of Health is a three-year undergraduate program offering specialized knowledge in healthcare services, policy development, social health, and population health, both in New Zealand and internationally. This degree equips you for a fulfilling career focused on enhancing community health and wellness.

A distinctive aspect of this program is its interdisciplinary approach, encouraging students to explore and collaborate with fields beyond traditional health studies.

Tailor your academic journey by selecting from diverse course offerings—opt for a minor or major in another discipline, or pursue a conjoint degree to earn two qualifications simultaneously.

Experience flexible learning through blended formats that integrate digital platforms with in-person instruction, culminating in a final-year research project or professional internship.

As New Zealand's population expands, healthcare systems require diverse professionals—from health advocates and policy specialists to data management professionals and health consultants.

Regardless of your specialization, you'll gain comprehensive expertise in your chosen field, creating opportunities for various career paths or advanced postgraduate education.
Health informatics is revolutionizing healthcare delivery. Beyond technological adaptation, it focuses on leveraging digital tools and information to create more cost-effective, adaptable healthcare systems that improve community wellbeing.

You'll examine how collecting, managing, and utilizing health data significantly enhances care quality while optimizing healthcare expenditures.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.
Useful secondary school subjects- Biology, Health Education, Physical Education, Social Studies, Digital Technologies, English, Physics, Science, Statistics, Calculus, Home Economics
Successful completion of your general secondary education and successful completion of one year of undergraduate degree study at a recognised tertiary institution (min. GPA may be required)
Successful completion of the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme OR other recognised foundation programme
Achievement of the International Baccalaureate Diploma (min. 24 points) OR equivalent internationally recognised high school qualification
IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5
TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test)
EAP: minimum final scores of 4,4,4,3

Tuition NZD 33,575

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