Health Sciences

Get prepared for a career in health with a Bachelor of Health Sciences

Help address the health of your people and communities

Are you curious about what drives the differences in people’s health and how you can help improve the lives of your people and communities? If you’re passionate about public health and addressing social issues, our Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) is the perfect place to start your journey.

Build your understanding of health and healthcare in Aotearoa, explore what shapes the health of communities and populations,  understand the cause of health inequities and learn how you could play a role in changing health outcomes for our communities. 

You'll also get work-ready with hands on real-world experience in a work placement with a health employer in your final year of study. 

The BHSc has so many excellent health career pathways for graduates. You can work in various areas of health, spanning from public health and policy to management, consultancy, or clinical programmes. 

Celesti Tan Student: Bachelor of Health Sciences conjoint

Where can a career in Health Sciences take you?

With our Bachelor of Health Sciences under your belt, there are a range of deeply rewarding health careers available to you. Some of these careers include: 

  • Policy analyst
  • Health service manager
  • Health promotor
  • Health researcher
  • Health services consultant
  • Business development manager
  • Health economist
  • Community addictions counsellor
  • Population nutrition specialist

Take the first step

If you are ready to help the health of our people and communities, take the first step and apply for our Bachelor of Health Sciences today.