Program Overview

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Introduction to the Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Science Conjoint

The Bachelor of Health Sciences / Bachelor of Science Conjoint (BHSc/BSc) is a multidisciplinary program that combines the study of health, healthcare, and its services with a passion for science. This conjoint degree allows students to develop their interest and knowledge about the government's role in determining health policy, explore how wealth systems function, and understand the biological and social bases of ill-health in communities.

Programme Overview

The BHSc/BSc conjoint program can be completed in four years (eight semesters) if studied full-time, with nine courses completed each year. The program consists of 540 points, comprising:

• 270 points from BHSc courses
• 255 points from BSc courses
• 15 points from General Education courses

The first year of the Health Sciences program includes a set of compulsory courses, while the enrollment for the BSc side depends on the chosen major(s). Students can choose either a single major or double major, with some majors not available for conjoint degrees.

Programme Structure

The program structure includes:

Compulsory Courses

• A set of compulsory courses in the first year for the Health Sciences component

BSc Component

• Choice of major(s) for the BSc component, with some restrictions

General Education Courses

• Completion of 15 points from General Education courses

Entry Requirements

New Zealand Secondary School Qualifications

• University Entrance (UE) standard
• Rank score for the program
• Specific subject and credit requirements

New Zealand Tertiary Qualifications

• Completion of one semester of successful bachelor-degree level study
• Minimum GPA or GPE requirements

International Secondary School Qualifications

• International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum total score
• General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level with specific subject requirements

International Tertiary Qualifications

• One year of successful bachelor-degree level study at a recognized university
• Minimum GPE requirements
• English language proficiency requirements

Fees and Scholarships

2026 Fees

• Domestic students: NZ$8,568.45 $11,427.75
• International students: NZ$48,171 $65,260

Scholarships and Awards

• Available for eligible students

Student Loans and Allowances

• Available for New Zealand citizens or residents

Key Dates

Application Closing Dates

• Semester One 2026: 8 December 2025

Start Dates

• Semester One 2026: 2 March 2026

Other Important Dates

• Orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation

Subjects Available

• Biological Sciences
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Earth Sciences
• Environmental Science
• Exercise Sciences
• Geographic Information Science
• Geography
• Marine Science
• Mathematics
• Pharmacology
• Physics
• Physiology
• Population Health
• Psychology
• Statistics

Further Study Options

• Bachelor of Science (Honours)
• Master of Health Sciences
• Master of Public Health
• Master of Science
• Doctor of Philosophy

Career Planning and Support

• Career Development and Employability Services available for students
• No guarantee of post-qualification registration or employment