The Certificate in Health Sciences (CertHSc) is a Level 4 foundation programme designed to:

• Prepare students for university-level health studies
• Build strong skills in science, academic writing, and critical thinking
• Provide a pathway into degrees like:
  • Bachelor of Health Sciences
  • Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)
  • Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy

 

Why Study This Programme?

• Provides a strong foundation in science and health subjects
• Designed as a bridge between school and university
• Offers a clear pathway into competitive health degrees
• Includes academic support and culturally supportive learning environment

 

Core subjects include:

• Introduction to Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Mathematics for Health Sciences
• Population Health
• Academic & Professional Development

 

Career Outcomes

Direct Career Outcome

• Not designed for direct employment

Pathway Opportunities

After completion, students can progress to:

• Bachelor of Health Sciences
• Bachelor of Nursing
• Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science)
• Further pathways into:
  • Medicine
  • Pharmacy
  • Optometry

 

Highlights

• Strong foundation for healthcare careers
• Clear pathway into competitive degrees (medicine, nursing, etc.)
• Includes lab + academic skill development
• Supportive and structured learning environment

 

Special Requirements / Notes

• Must attend MAPAS interview
• Must meet ancestry verification criteria
• Full-time commitment required
• Limited intake → competitive selection

 

Latest Updates

• Continues as a targeted pathway programme (Hikitia Te Ora)
• Maintains fees-free support for eligible domestic students
• Strong focus on equity and representation in healthcare professions

 

Final Summary

The Certificate in Health Sciences – University of Auckland is:

• A foundation-level pathway programme
• Designed to prepare students for health-related degrees
• Ideal for M?ori and Pacific students in New Zealand