Bachelor of Health in Health Science

University of Canterbury

Learn how to improve the wellbeing of individuals and communities, while engaging with the health sector and its related fields.With many subjects to explore, you will deepen your understanding of health and wellbeing to strengthen equity and examine global health challenges. Our subjects are developed to equip you with the specialist knowledge and skills to build a career in health.Study Involve:Gain a strong understanding and critical thinking around Health in the wider community and in the health care sector in Aotearoa New Zealand.Work together with our communities, health organisations, and whanau to identify health barriers and challenges, and collaborate to develop effective strategies that promote Oranga Wellbeing.Matauranga Maori and bicultural competence and confidence are integrated into the degree.Study health models and concepts, learn the terminology of the health sector and gain effective communication skills.An increasingly complex healthcare sector needs those who can combine physiology and biology with a broader understanding of public health. If you want a strong scientific foundation to meet challenges such as aging populations, infectious diseases and technological innovations in healthcare, then this could be the subject for you.Study Involve: Study a range of topics such as bioscience, anatomy, exercise physiology, health planning, policy, and more.Opportunities to complete work internships in health-related workplaces.

Faculty of Health