Program Overview

Medical and Health Sciences

The Medical and Health Sciences faculty offers a range of study options, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs.

Study Options

• Undergraduate programs are available in various fields, including Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Optometry, and Biomedical Science.
• Postgraduate programs offer advanced study in specialized areas, such as Medical Imaging and Health Sciences.
• Doctoral programs provide opportunities for students to pursue original research in their chosen field.
• Professional development and short courses are also available for those seeking to enhance their skills or knowledge in specific areas.

Career Options

• Health Sciences: graduates can pursue careers in healthcare management, health education, or research.
• Medicine: graduates can work as medical doctors, researchers, or medical administrators.
• Nursing: graduates can work as registered nurses, nurse practitioners, or nurse educators.
• Pharmacy: graduates can work as pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, or pharmaceutical researchers.
• Optometry: graduates can work as optometrists, opticians, or vision scientists.
• Biomedical Science: graduates can work in research, healthcare, or industry.

Scholarships and Awards

• Undergraduate scholarships are available to support students in their studies.
• Postgraduate scholarships provide financial support for students pursuing advanced degrees.
• Summer research scholarships offer students the opportunity to engage in research projects during the summer break.

Research

The faculty is involved in various research areas, including:

• Medical Sciences
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Optometry and Vision Science
• Pharmacy
• Population Health

Research Centres

• Faculty research centres focus on specific areas, such as brain research, medical sciences, and population health.
• University research centres provide opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaboration.
• Centre of Research Excellence conducts research in specialized areas, such as medical sciences and health sciences.

About the Faculty

• Our faculty includes various schools, such as Medical Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Optometry and Vision Science, Pharmacy, and Population Health.
• Facilities include amenities, libraries, and research centres.
• Teaching and learning approaches include advanced clinical skills centres, simulation centres, and learning and teaching units.

News and Events

• Pitopito krero (news) includes updates on faculty activities, research, and events.
• Ng kaupapa nui (events) includes inaugural lecture series, event photo galleries, and media coverage.

Current Students

• Course planning and enrolment information is available for students.
• Student support services include equity support, LGBTQITakatpui+ support, and student support services.
• Student life includes clubs and societies, student spaces, orientation, and three-minute thesis competitions.

Business, Schools, and the Community

• Alumni stories and stay-connected information are available.
• Engagement opportunities include leaving a lasting gift, opportunities for support, and supporting medicine and health.
• School leaver information and business and community partnerships are also available.

Being Brainy

Being Brainy is a science programme developed by neuroscientists in the Centre for Brain Research to enable science and technology engagement in primary and intermediate schools.

Programme Overview

• Being Brainy is a free teaching resource that includes programme overviews, unit plans, and lists of required resources.
• Teachers are provided with a full set of lesson plans with background information and teaching guidance.
• The programme ensures a high level of student interaction and inquiry, with each session including hands-on activities and experiments.

Programme Components

• Scientist visits to schools and professional development for teachers are available.
• An engaging school holiday and events programme is also offered.
• Being Brainy news and updates are available for those interested in the programme.