Graduate Certificate
Address the social, economic and other factors that shape individual and community health and wellbeing with AUT's Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health.
Completed one of the following:
International student entry requirements
Other requirementsMay be admitted on the basis of a relevant professional qualification or professional experience approved by the Dean (or representative) to be equivalent to a bachelor's degree.
English language requirementsThis programme aims to advance community wellbeing. It covers the social, economic, cultural, educational, environmental and other factors that underpin individual and community health. Topics you'll study include principles of public health, social epidemiology, public health policy and systems and Te Hau o te Ora Hauora Maori Development.
The programme is also committed to the principles of equity, social justice and empowerment, as well as community participation and ownership. All courses are offered via flexible learning, including a mix of block courses on campus and online, or blended learning.
Complete the following coursesThe outcomes for graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Public Health are outlined in the Graduate Profile below.
Practice as a health professional in New Zealand is governed by legislation and a number of 'Responsible Authorities' (such as the NZ Psychologist Board, Physiotherapy Board and the Nursing Council who register practitioners). Overseas qualified health professionals who wish to practise in New Zealand should communicate directly with the relevant Responsible Authority. Qualifications recognised for professional registration at AUT are undergraduate; study at postgraduate level is not considered equivalent recognition for NZ Board certification.