Regulations - Medical And Health Sciences
The Degree of Master of Health Practice – MHlthPrac
The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.
Admission
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 postgraduate 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 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 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 Health Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health or Social Work.
Duration and Total Points Value
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 in 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.
Structure and Content
7 A student enrolled for this degree must complete the requirements for one of the specialisations listed in the Master of Health Practice Schedule.
8 A student enrolled for this degree must achieve a Grade Point Average of 5.0 or higher in 45 points of taught courses prior to enrolment in HLTHSCI 795 or POPLHLTH 790.
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 The programme for each student must be approved by the Programme Director prior to enrolment.
Reassignment
11 A student who does not achieve the Grade Point Average required in Regulation 8 may apply to reassign courses passed for this degree to the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences or the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences.
Honours
12 This degree may be awarded with Honours in accordance with the General Regulations – Masters Degrees.
Variations
13 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.
Amendment
14 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2025.
A student who has to complete 120 points must satisfy the requirements for one of the following specialisations:
Requirement:
Taught Masters
60 points: POPLHLTH 737, POPLPRAC 707, 708
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
60 points: POPLHLTH 737, POPLPRAC 707, 708
15 points from MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, POPLHLTH 722, 738, 739, 766, 768, 774, POPLPRAC 702, 707, 712, 754, 765
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Health Promotion
New admissions into the Master of Health Practice in Health Promotion were suspended in 2024 for 2025 onwards. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
60 points: POPLHLTH 700, 733, 734, POPLPRAC 710
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
60 points: POPLHLTH 700, 733, 734, POPLPRAC 710
15 points from MAORIHTH 701, 705, POPLHLTH 705, 715, 717, 718, 720, 725, 726, 736, 737, 739, 752, 766, POPLPRAC 712
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Requirement:
Taught Masters
at least 30 points from PSYCHIAT 730, 740, 741, 747, 766, 768, 769, 770, 773
up to 30 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, 719, POPLHLTH 724, 739, POPLPRAC 754, or other approved 700 level courses offered at this University
60 points: HLTHSCI 790 Dissertation
or
at least 45 points from PSYCHIAT 730, 740, 741, 747, 766, 768, 769, 770, 773
up to 30 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, 719, POPLHLTH 724, 739, POPLPRAC 754, or other approved 700 level courses offered at this University
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Pacific Health
New admissions into the Master of Health Practice in Pacific Health were suspended in 2024 for 2025 onwards. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
60 points: POPLHLTH 700, 739, POPLPRAC 759
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
60 points: POPLHLTH 700, 739, POPLPRAC 759
15 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 708, POPLHLTH 715, 717, 718, 720, 725, 734–737, 752, 765, 766
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Population Mental Health
New admissions into the Master of Health Practice in Population Mental Health were suspended in 2024 for 2025 onwards. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
45 points: POPLHLTH 700, 735, 736
15 points: POPLPRAC 702, 710, 754
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
45 points: POPLHLTH 700, 735, 736
15 points: POPLPRAC 702, 710, 754
15 points from MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 708, POPLHLTH 733, 734, 737, 739, 766, POPLPRAC 702, 754
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
A student who has to complete 180 points must satisfy the requirements for one of the following specialisations:
Requirement:
Taught Masters
60 points: POPLHLTH 737, POPLPRAC 707, 708
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705, 767
30 points from POPLHLTH 738, 768, 774, POPLPRAC 712, 765
15 points from HLTHMGT 721, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, POPLHLTH 722, 738, 739, 766, 768, 774, POPLPRAC 702, 707, 712, 754, 765
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
60 points: POPLHLTH 737, POPLPRAC 707, 708
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705, 767
30 points from POPLHLTH 738, 768, 773, 774, POPLPRAC 712, 765
30 points from HLTHMGT 721, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, POPLHLTH 722, 738, 739, 766, 768, 773, 774, POPLPRAC 702, 707, 712, 754, 765
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Health Promotion
New admissions into the Master of Health Practice in Health Promotion were suspended in 2024 for 2025 onwards. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
60 points: POPLHLTH 700, 722, 733, 734
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704
15 points from POPLHLTH 705, 720, POPLPRAC 710, 712
30 points from MAORIHTH 701, 705, POPLHLTH 705, 715, 717, 718, 720, 725, 726, 736, 737, 739, 752, 766, POPLPRAC 712
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
60 points: POPLHLTH 700, 722, 733, 734
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704
15 points from POPLHLTH 705, 720, POPLPRAC 710, 712
45 points from MAORIHTH 701, 705, POPLHLTH 705, 715, 717, 718, 720, 725, 726, 736, 737, 739, 752, 766, POPLPRAC 712
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Requirement:
Taught Masters
60 points: PSYCHIAT 740, 747, 768
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705, 767
30 points from PSYCHIAT 730, 741, 766, 769, 770, 773
15 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, 719, POPLHLTH 724, 739, POPLPRAC 754, or other approved 700 level courses offered at this University
60 points: HLTHSCI 790 Dissertation
or
60 points: PSYCHIAT 740, 747, 768
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705, 767
45 points from PSYCHIAT 730, 741, 766, 769, 770, 773
15 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 712, 719, POPLHLTH 724, 739, POPLPRAC 754, or other approved 700 level courses offered at this University
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Pacific Health
New admissions into the Master of Health Practice in Pacific Health were suspended in 2024 for 2025 onwards. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
90 points: POPLHLTH 700, 722, 739, POPLPRAC 712, 759
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705
15 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 708, POPLHLTH 715, 717, 718, 720, 725, 734–737, 752, 765, 766
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
90 points: POPLHLTH 700, 722, 739, POPLPRAC 712, 759
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705
30 points from HLTHMGT 754, MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 708, POPLHLTH 715, 717, 718, 720, 725, 734–736, 737, 752, 765, 766
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project
Population Mental Health
New admissions into the Master of Health Practice in Population Mental Health were suspended in 2024 for 2025 onwards. Students who have a current enrolment in this subject should contact their faculty for advice regarding completion.
Requirement:
Taught Masters
75 points: POPLHLTH 700, 722, 735, 736, POPLPRAC 712
15 points from POPLPRAC 702, 710, 754
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705
15 points from MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 708, POPLHLTH 733, 734, 737, 739, 766, 767, POPLPRAC 702, 754
60 points: POPLHLTH 790 Dissertation
or
75 points: POPLHLTH 700, 722, 735, 736, POPLPRAC 712
15 points from POPLPRAC 702, 710, 754
15 points from POPLHLTH 701, 704, 705
30 points from MAORIHTH 701, PAEDS 708, POPLHLTH 733, 734, 737, 739, 766, 767, POPLPRAC 702, 754
45 points: HLTHSCI 795 Research Project