Master of Health Practice - Health Promotion

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 Health Promotion from the Master of Health Practice program at the University of Auckland have diverse career opportunities focusing on improving community health and well-being.

1. Health Promotion Specialist: Roles involve designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs targeting specific health issues or populations, collaborating with communities to improve health outcomes.

2. Community Health Coordinator: Opportunities exist to coordinate health initiatives within communities, working with diverse groups to address health disparities and implement preventive health measures.

3. Public Health Educator: Careers involve educating individuals or groups about health-related topics, creating educational materials, and conducting workshops or training sessions on healthy behaviors.

4. Health Policy Analyst: Roles in public health agencies or government organizations involve analyzing health policies, advocating for health-related changes, and influencing policy decisions to promote community health.

5. Program Evaluator: Opportunities exist to assess the effectiveness of health promotion programs, collect and analyze data, and provide recommendations for improving program outcomes.

6. Health Communications Specialist: Careers involve developing communication strategies, creating health-related content, and using various media platforms to disseminate health messages to the public.

7. Health Advocate/Activist: Roles involve advocating for health-related issues, raising awareness about health disparities, and promoting policies to improve community health and well-being.

8. Research Coordinator: Opportunities exist in research institutions or NGOs, coordinating health-related research projects, collecting data, and assisting in analyzing research outcomes.

9. Social Marketing Specialist: Careers involve utilizing marketing principles to promote health behaviors, designing campaigns, and implementing strategies to encourage positive health changes.

10. Global Health Consultant: Roles involve providing expertise on health promotion strategies, collaborating with international organizations, and addressing health issues in diverse global contexts.