Bachelor of Health in Public Health

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. Public Health is the study of human health and wellbeing, specifically in how we promote health within populations and protect them from risks. Study Involve: Gain a strong foundation in health sciences, with detailed knowledge in public health, including impact and ethics. Take a look at how health programmes are delivered through an internship course in your final year. On successful completion of your degree, you will meet the Aotearoa New Zealand competencies for public health, and health promotion (endorsed by Runanga Whakapiki Ake i te Hauora o Aotearoa, Health Promotion Forum of New Zealand).

Faculty of Health