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University of Canterbury

Master of Health Sciences

Christchurch · Master · NZQF 9 · 2 years full-time (up to 4 years part-time)

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Overview
Subject area
Psychology & Counselling
Campus
Christchurch
Duration
2 years full-time (up to 4 years part-time)
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Fees

NZ$90,600

Total programme fee (240 points) and per-120-point rate both published

2026 fee, shown as indicative for 2027. The institution has not yet confirmed its 2027 price.

Published

Fees are set by the institution and can change.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

Relevant bachelor's degree, an appropriate health professional qualification, or Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (or equivalent) with at least a B Grade Point Average

English requirement

The institution does not publish a programme-specific IELTS score. The NZQA minimum for Level 9 is 6.5.

Other requirements

Apply via myUC online portal with separate international applicant process

Admission decisions are made by the institution. Immigration requirements are determined by Immigration New Zealand.

Start dates
  • Semester 2 (July 2026)
  • Semester 1 (Feb 2027)
Institution
Name
University of Canterbury
Type
UNIVERSITY
City or cities
Christchurch
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Master of Health Sciences

This guide brings together the programme information the institution currently publishes. It does not assess whether the programme is suitable for you.

Overview

Master of Health Sciences is listed by University of Canterbury as a Master at NZQF Level 9.

What you will study

Programme-specific curriculum content is not yet published in the Sorena catalogue. Use the institution link above for the current course structure.

Who may find it relevant

No general suitability statement is published. Admission is decided by the institution after it reviews an applicant's evidence.

Programme structure

Published duration: 2 years full-time (up to 4 years part-time).

Fees context

NZ$90,600

Total programme fee (240 points) and per-120-point rate both published

2026 fee, shown as indicative for 2027. The institution has not yet confirmed its 2027 price.

Published

Entry requirements

Relevant bachelor's degree, an appropriate health professional qualification, or Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (or equivalent) with at least a B Grade Point Average

Start dates

  • Semester 2 (July 2026)
  • Semester 1 (Feb 2027)

Career context

The institution has not supplied structured career-outcome information to the Sorena catalogue.

What to check before applying

  • Confirm the current fee and fee basis with the institution.
  • Check the next available start date.
  • Review the institution's academic and English requirements.
  • Complete the Sorena assessment before requesting individual guidance.

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