Key information
- Duration: Full-time – 36 months
- Start dates & application deadlines: You can apply for and start this programme anytime. Apply by 1 March, 1 July or 1 November, and start studying once you have a final Offer of Place.
Overview
With a strong focus on diversity including disability, sexuality, gender and age, you will learn about the economic, social, cultural and environmental influences on public health and wellbeing and the key institutions involved in health promotion in New Zealand. We offer a PhD in Health Promotion degree at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Key facts
- Learn to design and evaluate evidence-based health promotion interventions, programmes and models, including undertaking needs assessment and utilising new technologies, in order to maintain a healthy population in New Zealand.
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Programme Structure
Courses include
- Postgraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington will help you build valuable relationships with peers, academics, clinical experts and professional colleagues.
- The Faculty of Health provides a forum for health professionals to share their practice and grow knowledge collectively.
- There are student computers and printing services available on site for you and the library offers you the same resources and services available to distance learners.
- You'll be encouraged to use the fantastic services on offer from student learning support, to clubs and societies, health and wellbeing clinics and leadership programmes.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 90
PTE Academic: 58
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Research degree such as Honours or Master's by thesis from a New Zealand university with an average grade of B+ or higher, an approved international equivalent, or other approved evidence of adequate training and ability.
- You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
International tuition: TBC
Living costs
Wellington, New Zealand: 834-1,918 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.