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

The Bachelor of Health is a three-year undergraduate program providing specialized knowledge in healthcare services, policy development, social health, and population health across New Zealand and internationally. This qualification equips you for meaningful work focused on enhancing community health and wellness.

A distinctive aspect of this program is its interdisciplinary approach, allowing you to explore and collaborate across various academic fields beyond health sciences.

Customize your education by selecting from diverse course offerings—you can pursue a minor or major in another discipline, or opt for a conjoint degree to simultaneously complete two qualifications.

Experience flexible learning through blended delivery methods—integrating digital platforms with traditional classroom instruction, culminating in a final-year research project or professional internship.

As New Zealand's population expands, healthcare systems require diverse professionals—from health promotion specialists and policy researchers to health informatics professionals and advisory roles.

Regardless of your specialization, you'll acquire comprehensive expertise in your chosen field, creating opportunities for various career paths or advanced postgraduate education.
Examine the relationship between psychological processes and physical health, understanding how behaviors and beliefs impact wellbeing. Explore human psychology and the motivational factors behind health risks.

You'll analyze behavioral theories covering positive health practices like physical activity, harmful habits such as tobacco use, and recovery processes, while developing intervention strategies to promote behavioral change.