At-a-glance 

Name: Master of Health Research

Abbreviation: MHR

Duration: 3 trimesters

Duration details: 3 trimesters of full-time study or normally 6 if studied part time

Schedule: Self-directed study

Intensity: Full time or part time

Type: Research

Location: Flexible

Location details: Study from anywhere, with Wellington-based supervision

Complete: 120 points (1 course)

Entry: Bachelor's degree with Honours or postgraduate qualification in a health-related discipline, and significant relevant professional experience

Start: Anytime

Apply by: Anytime

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Require

Entry requirements

A Bachelor's degree with Honours or a postgraduate qualification in a health-related discipline 

Significant relevant professional experience in the health sector 

To be accepted by the programme director as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study

Important information

• If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some of the entry requirements you should contact the programme director to discuss your options.
• The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.

Programme requirements

Complete at least 120 points

Include one course from:

• HLTH 591
• HLTH 592
• HLTH 593

You may obtain a MHR with a specialisation in Nursing by completing Master of Health Research - Thesis in Nursing (HLTH 592) and meeting the registration requirements for the Nursing Council of New Zealand

You may obtain a MHR with a specialisation in Midwifery by completing Master of Health Research - Thesis in Midwifery (HLTH 593) and meeting the registration requirements for the Midwifery Council of New Zealand