Master of Health Practice

Are you a health professional with at least three years of clinical experience? Study the AUT Master of Health Practice degree to help you take your health career to the next level.

The Master of Health Practice is ideal for health professionals who want to extend their practical knowledge and are ready for the next step in their career. You can select courses and areas of practice that reflect your career needs and interests.

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Quick facts

Programme code:

AK3733

Level:

Points:

180

Duration:

1.5 years full-time / part-time available

Campus:

North Campus
South Campus

Starts:

3 Mar 2025
21 Jul 2025

Key semester dates

Fees

Domestic

$11,220 (for 120 points)
($10,028 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)

International

$44,792 (for 120 points)
($43,600 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)

Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.

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Entry requirements
Specialisations
What you study
Related programmes

Minimum entry requirements

Must have completed the following or equivalent:

Relevant bachelor’s degree
Relevant graduate diploma
Relevant professional qualification

AND

At least three years of relevant professional experience

Staircasing options from the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science or Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science are also available.

International student entry requirements

Other requirements

May be required to complete prerequisite courses in chosen subject area
May be asked to provide evidence of current professional practice
May be required to meet Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act (HPCA Act) and Children's Act 2014 requirements and other relevant legislation

English language requirements

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0

English language requirements

Offered at the North Campus

Offered at the South Campus

^{*May also be offered via distance learning.}

^{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.}

You select courses and areas of practice that reflect your needs and interests. You need a total of 180 points to complete the Master of Health Practice.

Specialist areas in the Master of Health Practice

For more information about courses in each specialist area, refer to the relevant web page:

Great graduatesElizabeth BerrymanCEO & Founder, chnnl LimitedMaster of Health Practice
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)She has always wanted to help people, says AUT health sciences alumna Dr Elizabeth Berryman who is the CEO and founder of digital platform chnnl Limited.She has always wanted to help people, says AUT health sciences alumna Dr Elizabeth Berryman who is the CEO and founder of chnnl Limited; a digital platform that gives organisations insights on employees’ mental health and wellbeing. Today chnnl is a rapidly growing business, and Elizabeth and her team work with a number of organisations in several different industries to create a safe space for employees.

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Great graduatesSonya SanginitiRegistered Nurse, Te Whatu Ora, SouthlandMaster of Health PracticeWhen Sonya Sanginiti found herself working on the children’s ward, it was love at first sight, and she discovered how much she enjoys working with children and their families.When Sonya Sanginiti found herself working on the children’s ward, it was love at first sight, and she discovered how much she enjoys working with children and their families.

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Great graduatesBiby KurianCharge Nurse Manager, Kidz First Medical, Counties Manukau District, Te Whatu Ora – Health New ZealandMaster of Health PracticeShe has been passionate about working with children for over two decades, says Biby Kurian who completed a Master of Health Practice in Child Health.She has been passionate about working with children for over two decades, says Biby Kurian who completed a Master of Health Practice in Child Health.

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Great graduatesJordan SalesaLead Physiotherapist, New Zealand Olympic Team & Moana Pasifika
Clinical Lead, Habit HealthMaster of Health Practice
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
Bachelor of Health Science (Physiotherapy)It’s a privilege to be working with athletes at the top of their careers, says Jordan Salesa who has worked with some of the best athletes in the world.It’s a privilege to be working with athletes at the top of their careers, says physiotherapy alumnus Jordan Salesa who has worked with some of the best athletes in the world. Throughout his career, he has worked with athletes at six different Olympic Games, including looking after New Zealand’s largest Olympic team at the Tokyo Olympics, with 220 athletes.

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Great graduatesJacinta HoranSports Physiotherapy Specialist, High Performance Sport New Zealand
Director/Senior Physiotherapist, Bureta Physiotherapy, TaurangaMaster of Health Practice
Postgraduate Certificate in Health ScienceShe loves helping people achieve their goals, says sports physiotherapy specialist Jacinta Horan who has supported NZ athletes at many sporting events.She loves helping people achieve their goals, says sports physiotherapy specialist Jacinta Horan who has supported NZ athletes at many sporting events.

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Quick facts

Programme code:

AK3733

Level:

Points:

180

Duration:

1.5 years full-time / part-time available

Campus:

North Campus
South Campus

Starts:

3 Mar 2025
21 Jul 2025

Key semester dates

Fees

Domestic

$11,220 (for 120 points)
($10,028 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)

International

$44,792 (for 120 points)
($43,600 tuition fees + $1,192 student services levy)

Fees shown are based on a full-time workload for the points indicated next to the fee. The exact fee charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment.
Fees are subject to change year to year. If you are planning for study beyond the current year, fees may vary from those stated.
There may also be other fees and charges you need to pay.
International students' tuition fees reflect the full cost of tuition. Domestic students' tuition fees are less due to a proportion of the tuition fees being funded by the New Zealand Government.

Scholarships

The information on this page was correct at time of publication. For a comprehensive overview of AUT qualifications, please refer to the Academic Calendar.