Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint University of Auckland

Overview

The Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint at the University of Auckland provides a unique multidisciplinary framework for studying health, illness, and disease. This dual-degree structure enables students to gain comprehensive insights into the social, behavioural, and biological factors that influence community well-being. By integrating two distinct fields, the programme prepares graduates to address complex health challenges through a variety of academic lenses.

Why Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint at University of Auckland?

This conjoint programme is designed for those who wish to complete two degrees in a shorter timeframe than if studied separately. Students benefit from the University of Auckland’s extensive resources across both the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences. The curriculum focuses on essential areas such as health promotion, disease prevention, and health policy, supported by a vast selection of elective subjects in the social sciences and humanities.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 48171 per year
• National fee: USD 8568 per year

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Syllabus

The programme requires the completion of 540 points, including a mandatory major in Population Health and up to two majors in the Arts component. Modules may include:

• Population Health
• Health Promotion
• Mental Health and Addictions
• Population Health Nutrition
• Health Systems
• Health Information and Analysis
• Research
• Academic English Studies and Linguistics
• Anthropology

Careers with Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint

Graduates are well-equipped for a diverse range of non-clinical roles within the global health sector. The combination of analytical skills from the Arts and specialised knowledge from Health Sciences opens doors to various professional pathways. Potential career areas include:

• Health promotion and education
• Community health development
• Health service planning and administration
• Health policy analysis
• Counselling and social advocacy

The programme provides a strong foundation for further academic pursuits, including honours or master's level study in public health or the humanities. Graduates often find employment within government agencies, non-profit organisations, and international health bodies focused on improving community health outcomes.