Contribute to a healthier, brighter future for communities
Health is the cornerstone of our lives and the foundation of happy, thriving societies. You'll gain the skills and experience to make a difference in people's lives and the future of healthcare.
Why you should advance your health career with Massey
- Our flexible study options mean you can learn whenever, wherever and at a pace that suits you best.
- We teach you the skills required to adapt to a rapidly changing world, enabling you to progress your career in health.
- You'll benefit from our internationally recognised qualifications and established industry connections.
- Draw from world-class research and award-winning lecturers.
What you can study
We have a wide variety of postgraduate health qualifications to choose from. Whatever your previous health experience may be, we will have something for you.
Health Science
Health Science Health science offers a variety of specialisations in Māori health, occupational health and safety, sport and exercise and more.
Master of Health Science – MHlthSc
Advance your knowledge and skills in the growing health industry.
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science – PGDipHlthSc
With a Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science from Massey, you’ll get the skills you need to succeed in the growing health industry.
Māori Health – Master of Health Science
Elevate the health and wellbeing of iwi, hapū, whānau, and Māori communities with Massey's Master of Health Science (Māori Health).
Māori Health – Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
This qualification enables you to specialise in Māori knowledge within advanced health studies. Explore the progress made and the potential to further develop the health and wellbeing of Māori communities.
Nursing – Master of Health Science
Advance your knowledge and skills in the health sector with Massey’s Master of Health Science (Nursing).
Occupational Health and Safety – Master of Health Science
Occupational health and safety has become an integral part of business. Help improve the health and wellbeing of workers in New Zealand through Massey’s Master of Health Science (Occupational Health and Safety).
Occupational Health and Safety – Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
Occupational health and safety (OHS) has become an integral part of business. Help improve the health and wellbeing of workers by preventing work-related injuries.
Psychology – Master of Health Science
With Massey’s Master of Health Science (Psychology), you’ll study in more detail the thoughts, feelings, and actions of individuals and groups to help you make sense of the human impact on the world.
Psychology – Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
With Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science (Psychology), you’ll study in more detail the thoughts, feelings, and actions of individuals and groups in social and cultural contexts.
Sport and Exercise – Master of Health Science
Elevate your career in sport and exercise with Massey’s Master of Health Science.
Without Specialisation – Master of Health Science
Advance your knowledge and skills in the growing health industry.
Without Specialisation – Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science
Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science will give you the skills you need to succeed in the growing health industry.
Nursing
Nursing Develop your advanced knowledge and skills in your chosen field through a mix of theoretical and clinical courses, and get prepared for a range of clinical leadership roles in specialty areas.
Master of Nursing – MN
Massey’s Master of Nursing prepares you for a range of clinical leadership roles in specialty areas. Develop your advanced knowledge and skills in your chosen field through a mix of theoretical and clinical courses.
Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing – PGDipNurs
Keen to take the next step in your nursing career? The Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (PGDipNurs) will advance your practice and prepare you for further development towards senior nursing roles.
Nursing – Master of Health Science
Advance your knowledge and skills in the health sector with Massey’s Master of Health Science (Nursing).
Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing – PGCertNurs
Take the next step in your nursing career. Massey’s Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing provides registered nurses with the knowledge needed to develop their professional practice within a clinical specialty.
Nutrition and Dietetics
Nutrition and Dietetics Learn about the intricacies of and relationships between food, nutrients, health and disease, and how they can be manipulated to improve health and wellbeing.
Nutrition and Dietetics – Master of Science
Study Massey’s Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics to learn about the intricacies of and relationships between food, nutrients, health, and disease, and how they can be manipulated to improve health and wellbeing.
Public Health
Public Health Public health (also called population health) includes disease prevention, health promotion and health protection.
Master of Public Health – MPH
The Master of Public Health has practice and research pathways. The Professional Practice Pathway involves coursework and work-integrated learning opportunities. The Research Pathway involves conducting research under the supervision of experienced public health researchers.
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health – PGDipPH
Get a high-quality, comprehensive education in public health to boost your career while improving the health of New Zealanders.
Social Work
Social Work Improve your practice and gain specialist knowledge in professional areas of social work practice.
Master of Social Work – MSW
Take the next step in your social work career. Improve your practice and gain new knowledge to become an excellent social worker who makes a difference.
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Supervision – PGDipClinSup
The Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Supervision offers an advanced qualification for professionally qualified workers in the health and human services to develop their clinical supervision practice.
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work – PGDipSW
Take your social work career to the next level with Massey’s Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work.
Sport and Exercise
Sport and Exercise Advance your knowledge and skills in the health sector and get prepared for the ever-changing and expanding world of sport and exercise.
Sport and Exercise – Master of Health Science
Elevate your career in sport and exercise with Massey’s Master of Health Science.
PhD
PhD Show your passion and commitment in your chosen field by demonstrating your ability to carry out independent and original research.
Doctor of Philosophy – PhD
A prestigious research qualification that demonstrates your ability to carry out independent and original research in your chosen field.
Research centres
Our research centres seek innovative solutions to contemporary issues.
Research Centre for Hauora and Health
A university research centre covering all aspects of hauora and health research, with a focus on:
- epidemiology
- non-communicable diseases
- mātauranga and kaupapa Māori
- Māori and Pacific health
- environmental and occupational health.
We also facilitate a postgraduate teaching programme.
SHORE and Whāriki Research Centre
A university research centre with two multidisciplinary groups working to improve health and wellbeing nationally and globally. Our policy and community research includes:
- kaitiakitanga
- health services
- housing
- urban design for active transport
- alcohol and other drugs.
Sleep/Wake Research Centre
The centre advances and applies scientific knowledge about sleep, waking and how these are regulated by the circadian body clock. As well as academic research and teaching, we offer consultancy services and expert advice to government, industries and unions.
Location: Wellington
Are you ready for postgraduate study?
Once you’ve graduated with a bachelor’s degree – or have equivalent experience – you’ll be ready to take on postgraduate study. If you need help choosing or to know more about our health qualification options, contact us. We have an amazing team ready to support you.
What our graduates say
“Completing my Master of Social Work with Massey was a life changing journey for both me and my family. It was challenging but allowed me to explore and discover issues within my community, which has enhanced my social work practice and experiences.”
Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Whātua, Te-Whānau-ā-Apanui
“The course-work covers many concepts of public health, from sociology to health systems, political landscapes and their influence on health, right down to designing and running an intervention. Almost everything I learn has applicability in my working role – I am able to learn and practice as I go.”
“I chose to pursue my postgraduate studies at Massey because it offered distance learning. It meant I was able to balance my study life around work and family. Having that option to study via distance and part-time has definitely helped me to be successful in my studies.”
I hail from the Kingdom of Tonga Ma’uafanga and Kolofalahola, Vavau. Also the beautiful Island of Samoa-Luatanu'u
Our facilities
You'll have access to a wide range of first-class facilities when you study health with us.
Sport and Exercise Science Research Laboratory
This laboratory offers a physiological and biomechanical analysis for many sports and occupational activities. Laboratory staff have experience with a wide range of sports, athletes and occupations.
Location: Auckland campus
Nutrition and Dietetic Clinic
The clinic combines the clinical, nutritional and research expertise of Massey dietitians and nutritionists, with the enthusiasm and creativity of our dietetics students.
Location: Auckland campus
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