Program Overview

Bachelor of Health Science

The Bachelor of Health Science is a degree program offered by AUT that enables students to develop skills for a career in the health sector. The program is developed with input from district health boards and leading health organizations.

Program Details

• Program Code: AK3680
• Level: 7
• Points: 360
• Duration: 3 years full-time, part-time available
• Campus: North Campus, South Campus
• Starts: 13 Jul, Feb, Jul 2027

Fees

• Domestic Standard: $9,411.60 - $9,678.60 (for 120 points)
• Paramedicine/Perioperative Practice: $9,411.60 - $10,352.60 (for 120 points)
• International Standard: $40,121.60 (for 120 points)
• Paramedicine/Perioperative Practice: $44,221.60 (for 120 points)

Majors

The Bachelor of Health Science offers several majors, including:

• Case Management
• Counselling
• Health Management
• Paramedicine
• Perioperative Practice
• Psychology
• Public and Environmental Health
• No major (tailor the degree to your interests and career goals)

Entry Requirements

• Minimum Entry Requirements: University Entrance or equivalent
• Must be capable of meeting: Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and Children's Act 2014 requirements, including police clearance
• Counselling: Interview may be required
• Paramedicine: Hold a valid driver's licence, preference will be given to applicants with one subject from Art History, Classical Studies, Drama, English, Geography, Health Education, History, Media Studies, Social Studies, Te Reo Mori or Te Reo Rangatira, and one subject from Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Space Science, Physics, Science, Calculus, Mathematics, Statistics

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Health Science can pursue careers in various health-related fields, including:

• District Health Boards (DHBs)
• Private hospital organizations
• Community or primary health centers
• Mental health institutions
• Ski fields
• Ambulance services
• Hospitals

Related Programs

• Bachelor of Health Science (Midwifery)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)
• Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry)
• Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Health Science in Psychology conjoint programs
• Postgraduate study options: Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)