Graduate Certificate in Health Science
Health Studies
A course by
AUT
A 60-point qualification for those with a degree in another discipline or extensive work experience who wish to develop skills and knowledge in health science.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 6 months
Core skills this course teaches
Develop Specialist Health Science Knowledge
Gain advanced understanding in selected health science fields such as addictions, psychology, renal physiology, or sport and recreation.
Preparation for Postgraduate Study
Bridge the gap for entry into postgraduate health science programmes.
Practical Skills in Health Contexts
Apply theoretical knowledge to professional health, sport, or recreation settings.
What You're Signing Up For
The Graduate Certificate in Health Science is designed for individuals who already hold a degree in another discipline or have considerable work experience in health, sport, or recreation. It enables students to gain a qualification in health science by selecting from a variety of courses from the Bachelor of Health Science or Bachelor of Sport, Exercise and Health. This programme is ideal for those seeking to upskill, change career direction, or prepare for further postgraduate study in health sciences.
Course Content
- Select four 15-point courses (total 60 points), mostly at level 7.
- Addiction Practice (Theories and Principles, Assessment, Recovery, Gambling Studies)
- Psychology (Positive Psychology, Critical Evaluation, Behaviour Analysis, Emotions and Human Nature, Health Psychology, Psychological Intervention, Cultural and Social Aspects)
- Renal Science (Renal Science, Health Culture & Context, Research Methods, Pharmacology)
- Other approved undergraduate health science or sport and recreation courses
What you need to know first
A bachelor’s degree OR relevant professional qualification or experience approved as equivalent to a bachelor’s degree.
For some clinical courses, you must meet the Bachelor of Health Science subject area requirements.
International: IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall, no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Health care
Allied health
Sport and recreation
Mental health and addiction services
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level health science roles
Health sector upskilling
Pathway to further study and professional registration (e.g., dapaanz via additional criteria)