Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHSc)
Health Studies
A course by
University of Auckland
A flexible postgraduate qualification for health professionals and graduates, offering a choice of specialisations in areas such as advanced nursing, mental health, medical imaging, and more.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop advanced knowledge in a health-related area
Acquire specialist or broad health sciences knowledge through selected advanced courses, supporting workplace and career development.
Pursue specialisation in a chosen health field
Option to specialise in areas such as advanced nursing, mental health, medical imaging, digital health, or other health-related fields to support practice or career progression.
About This Course
The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHSc) is designed for current health professionals and those with a relevant undergraduate degree seeking to pursue postgraduate study in a health-related field. The programme offers the opportunity to complete taught courses in a diverse range of health sciences subjects. Students may pursue a general certificate or specialise in areas including Advanced Nursing, Alcohol and Drug Studies, Digital Health, Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Mammography, Medical Imaging, Mental Health Nursing, Palliative Care, PET-CT, Pharmaceutical Science, Women's Health, or Youth Health. The programme is taught across one semester full-time or up to two years part-time, and supports advancement in clinical practice or progression to further postgraduate study.
Course Content
- Generic and specialist study options in health sciences
- Advanced-level courses selected from the Master of Health Sciences Schedule
- Specialist pathways including Advanced Nursing, Mental Health, Medical Imaging, and more
- Coursework topics, requirements and regulations vary by specialisation
- Postgraduate-level training in clinical, scientific, and research areas
- Preparation for further postgraduate diplomas or masters
Entry Requirements
Relevant undergraduate degree
Build towards these roles
Health sector specialist rolesAdvanced clinical or technical rolesPathway to further progression in health professions
Build skills in these industries
HealthAllied HealthMental HealthMedical ImagingNursing
