The Degree of Master of Health Leadership – MHlthLd

1 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 180 points must have:

a completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 60 points above Stage II

or

c (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) passed 60 points in a relevant postgraduate certificate or diploma (or 60 points of relevant 700 level courses) with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, provided that the postgraduate certificate or the postgraduate diploma has not been awarded.

2 In order to be admitted to this degree, an applicant intending to complete 120 points must have:

a completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors Honours degree or a relevant postgraduate diploma from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study

or

b (i) completed the requirements for a relevant Bachelors degree from this University, or have equivalent prior study

and

(ii) a relevant postgraduate certificate from this University with a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher, or have equivalent prior study.

3 Equivalence and relevance in Regulation 1 and 2 will be determined by the University. Equivalence pertains to the standard as well as nature and level of study.

4 a In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 1 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has at least three years of relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience that provides an equivalent level of preparation.

b In exceptional circumstances the requirements in Regulation 2 may be waived by the relevant Associate Dean Academic or nominee if they determine that an applicant has a Bachelors degree and relevant practical, professional or scholarly experience of an appropriate kind that is equivalent to one year of postgraduate study.

Notes:

(i) This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences.

(ii) A relevant degree may be one which qualifies the holder for registration as a health professional, or be in a relevant subject such as arts, business, education, health sciences, law, political science, public health or social work.

5 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 1 or 4a must:

a pass courses with a total value of 180 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 220 points for the total enrolment of this degree.

6 A student admitted to this degree under Regulation 2 or 4b must:

a pass courses with a total value of 120 points

and

b complete within the time limit specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees

and

c not exceed 160 points for the total enrolment of this degree.

7 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements for one of the specialisations as listed in the Master of Health Leadership Schedule.

8 A student must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher across their best 60 points of courses taken for this programme prior to enrolment in HLTHMGT 755. If this Grade Point Average is not achieved, enrolment in the Master of Health Leadership cannot continue.

9 A student must complete the University of Auckland Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

10 Courses selected for this qualification are subject to confirmation by the relevant Programme Director.

11 a The project is to be carried out under the guidance of a supervisor appointed by the Programme Director.

b The project topic must be approved by the Programme Director.

12 A student may apply to reassign courses passed to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Leadership or Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership.

13 This degree may be awarded with Honours as specified in the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.

14 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

15 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.