Bachelor of Health Science in Public and Environmental Health

at Auckland University of Technology - South Campus New Zealand

Whether launching an entrepreneurial start-up or working in a giant multinational corporation, finance is at the heart of business operations. Study finance as part of your Bachelor of Business degree.

Finance is a dynamic field within the modern global economy. Professionals in this field could work with anyone from small private investors in a financial advising role to guiding large companies through the process of listing their shares on stock exchanges worldwide. While many jobs are in the private sector, you could equally work in public or non-government organisations (NGOs).

Study accounting in the Bachelor of Business degree. Accounting is a dynamic career, delivering multifaceted business analysis, and contributing to the strategic development of business, public sector and not-for-profit organisations.

Accountants must be excellent communicators and strongly analytical, as well as having the required technical skills specific to the vocation. They must relate to people from all walks of life, as they’re frequently called upon to explain concepts and strategies to those outside the financial sphere. The changing nature of accounting software packages means that accountants need to have well-developed technical skills. These broad-based skills mean that accounting graduates can start successful careers in a huge variety of roles.

Health and physical education is vital in helping young people develop the confidence and skills to be connected and active members of society. This major prepares you for this rewarding career.

The Health and Physical Education major is unique, integrating hauora, health promotion and the socio-ecological aspects that support health and physical education in New Zealand schools. You explore how people learn and how to support learning in health-related and movement-based subjects.

Advance your professional practice in as little as one year with the Postgraduate Diploma in Education in Education Practice.

This program is ideal for practitioners from a broad range of education or training backgrounds, including teachers, as well as people in training or mentoring roles in community work, social work, youth work, government and private services.

you can further develop leadership skills for the education environment and contribute to the development of professional educational practice.

Whether you’re currently in a leadership role in education, or aspiring to become a leader, the Postgraduate Diploma in Education in Educational Leadership helps you develop your leadership skills and knowledge. The program caters for education professionals in early childhood, schools, tertiary providers and other educational settings.

Health management is becoming increasingly important. There are more and more Primary Health Organisations (PHOs) offering one-stop-shop services. But these complex health service providers need skilled people looking after the administration and management side.

One patient can have multiple healthcare requirements, and as a health management graduate you ensure all their needs are met. You work with patients and their family/whanau in planning, decision-making and management roles.

Driven by disruptive changes in technology, policy and globalisation, today’s dynamic business environment presents new challenges and opportunities. In New Zealand, international trade accounts for two thirds of total economic activity, multinationals dominate business, and many SMEs are internationalising early.

International business and strategy focuses on the key skills to manage successfully in this environment, from working across different cultures and in diverse teams, to creating value through analytical and conceptual thinking, and managing innovation.

Develop expertise in sport management, marketing, facilities and events management, sponsorship, sport development, high performance sport leadership, law and finance.

Management skills are needed across the sport and recreation industries. The sports field isn’t like a traditional business and neither are the management skills needed to succeed in this area. With the large number of professional athletes, sports organisations, facilities and events in New Zealand, people with specialist business and management skills are in high demand.

There's a demand for health professionals who can incorporate both clinical and cultural aspects when working with Maori. Study the AUT Master of Health Practice in Maori Health degree to further your career in Maori health.

The Master of Health Practice in Maori Health is designed for health professionals with at least three years of clinical experience. You can select courses that reflect your career needs and interests.

The Master of Health Practice in Paramedicine is ideal for health professionals who are ready for the next step in their career. This postgraduate course focuses on the future of paramedic practice worldwide.

AUT’s postgraduate paramedicine courses focus on international best practice in the out of hospital setting. Courses may be delivered in a range of formats including on-campus block courses or online. Individual courses may not be offered every year.

The Master of Health Practice is designed for health professionals with at least three years of clinical experience. You can select courses that reflect your career needs and interests.