Pacific Health
Public Health
A course by
University of Auckland
Pacific Health aims to improve the health and wellbeing of Pacific people by providing knowledge of common health issues and barriers faced.
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Understand Pacific Health Issues
Gain a detailed understanding of common health issues affecting Pacific populations in the Pacific region and New Zealand.
Identify Barriers to Health
Develop awareness of barriers such as access to services impacting Pacific people’s health outcomes.
Develop Advanced Knowledge and Skills
Acquire advanced knowledge and research skills in Pacific health, with application to both clinical and non-clinical careers.
What You're Signing Up For
Pacific Health examines health issues faced by the Pacific population in both the Pacific region and New Zealand. This specialisation aims to increase understanding of the issues around Pacific health and barriers such as access to services. The programme offers advanced knowledge and skills in Pacific health issues, research, and cultures, preparing graduates for clinical and non-clinical careers in the health sector and research opportunities.
Course Content
- Health issues faced by Pacific populations in New Zealand and the Pacific region
- Barriers to accessing health services for Pacific communities
- Pacific health research
- Cultural knowledge related to Pacific health
- Preparation for clinical and non-clinical roles in health
- Postgraduate research opportunities in Pacific health
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Public Health
Health Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Clinical roles in the health sector
Non-clinical health sector roles
Public health research
Policy and planning for Pacific health
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