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Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHealSc) Nursing (High Acuity)

At The University of Otago

Location

New Zealand

Qualification

Postgraduate Certificate

Duration

1 Semester(s)

Next intake

01.03.2027

Course info

The Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHealSc) is designed to enable health professionals to specialise in specific areas of practice at a postgraduate level, studying on a part-time basis. In general, this qualification is intended for health professionals who have completed three years of tertiary study and already have experience in the field. The Certificate may lead into the Postgraduate Diploma in Health Sciences (PGDipHealSc), or Master of Health Sciences (MHealSc) degree.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 1 Semester(s)

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (March), 2027	DUNEDIN
Semester 2 (July), 2027	DUNEDIN

Entry requirements for The University of Otago

Admission to the programme shall be subject to the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Health Sciences). Every applicant must have been awarded a bachelor's degree in a health-related field or possess an appropriate health professional qualification requiring at least three years' full-time tertiary study; if enrolling for an endorsed diploma, have experience of or be currently working in the relevant field of health care.

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at The University of Otago. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.