Master of Health Leadership - Clinical Quality and Safety

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
• TOEFL: Overall score of 90 with no individual section below 21.
• PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Auckland offers various scholarships specifically designed to support and encourage international students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships aim to attract high-achieving students from around the world and provide financial assistance to help them achieve their educational goals at the university.

Merit-Based Scholarships: The University of Auckland offers merit-based scholarships recognizing academic excellence. These scholarships are awarded to students with outstanding academic achievements in their previous studies, supporting them throughout their undergraduate or postgraduate programs.

Need-Based Grants: For students facing financial challenges, the university provides need-based grants to assist with tuition fees or living expenses. These grants aim to ensure that deserving students have the opportunity to pursue their education without financial constraints.

Research Scholarships: The university also offers research scholarships for international students interested in pursuing research-based programs. These scholarships support students engaged in innovative research projects and contribute to the university's academic research endeavors.

Country-Specific Awards: Additionally, the University of Auckland provides scholarships specifically designated for students from certain countries. These awards aim to promote cultural diversity and international collaboration by attracting students from diverse geographical backgrounds.

Graduates specializing in Clinical Quality and Safety from the Master of Health Leadership program at the University of Auckland have various career opportunities in healthcare quality improvement and patient safety.

1. Quality Improvement Manager: Roles involve overseeing quality improvement initiatives, implementing evidence-based practices, and driving quality enhancement within healthcare facilities.

2. Patient Safety Officer: Opportunities exist as safety officers focusing on developing and implementing strategies to enhance patient safety protocols, reducing medical errors, and improving overall patient care.

3. Clinical Risk Manager: Careers involve identifying potential risks in healthcare settings, developing risk mitigation strategies, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.

4. Quality Assurance Specialist: Graduates may work as assurance specialists, auditing clinical practices, developing quality assurance protocols, and ensuring adherence to quality standards.

5. Clinical Governance Advisor: Roles involve advising on clinical governance frameworks, ensuring clinical effectiveness, safety, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

6. Healthcare Compliance Officer: Opportunities exist to ensure healthcare organizations comply with regulatory requirements, develop compliance strategies, and maintain quality standards.

7. Clinical Educator: Careers involve educating healthcare professionals on clinical quality and safety practices, delivering training programs, and fostering a culture of safety and improvement.

8. Healthcare Consultant - Quality Improvement: Graduates can work as consultants, providing expertise on quality improvement methodologies, conducting audits, and advising on improving clinical processes.

9. Clinical Performance Analyst: Roles involve analyzing clinical performance data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing strategies to enhance clinical outcomes.

10. Patient Experience Coordinator: Opportunities exist to focus on enhancing patient experiences, gathering feedback, and implementing improvements to ensure patient-centered care and satisfaction.