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153 Master's degrees in Medicine & Health in New Zealand
Dental Technology
The Dental Technology programme at the University of Otago is a three-year, full-time undergraduate degree. Students master the design and fabrication of dental appliances using advanced digital workflows. This professional course combines medical science with hands-on technical craft to prepare graduates for registration.
Advanced Nutrition Practice
The Advanced Nutrition Practice programme at the University of Otago offers specialised postgraduate training for health professionals. Available as a Master, Postgraduate Diploma, or Certificate, it features full-time and part-time modes. Students enhance their clinical and public health expertise over one to two years.

Clinical Immunology
Help improve human health. Prepare for a career researching and developing new clinical treatments such as vaccines and drug therapies, or take your skills into health policy or management. The Clinical Immunology programme is offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.
Oral Pathology
The Oral Pathology programme at the University of Otago offers advanced postgraduate training through the PGDipClinDent and DClinDent pathways. This high-level curriculum focuses on diagnostic excellence and clinical dentistry. Students engage in full-time study at the Dunedin campus to master complex dental pathologies.
Medical Laboratory Science
The Medical Laboratory Science programme at the University of Otago is a four-year, full-time degree providing essential training for professional registration. Students engage in clinical placements and advanced diagnostics to prepare for vital roles in healthcare. This comprehensive course is delivered on-campus in New Zealand.
Veterinary Medicine
The Veterinary Medicine - Companion Animal at Massey University is shaping the future of veterinary science: evidence to impact. This world-leading online education qualification attracts students from around the globe.
Dental Technology
The Dental Technology programme at the University of Otago is a three-year, full-time undergraduate degree. Students master the design and fabrication of dental appliances using advanced digital workflows. This professional course combines medical science with hands-on technical craft at New Zealand’s premier dental faculty.
Medical Physics and Imaging Tech
This Medical Physics and Imaging Tech degree from University of Auckland offers a pathway toward masters and doctoral study.
Nursing Science (Pre-registration)
The Nursing Science (Pre-registration) programme from Waikato Institute of Technology allows degree qualified students a direct and faster route to a nursing career. On successful completion, graduates will be awarded a Master of Nursing Science (Pre-registration) and be eligible to apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) to sit the State Final Examination to become a registered nurse.
Musculoskeletal Medicine
The Musculoskeletal Medicine programme at the University of Otago offers postgraduate qualifications including certificates, diplomas, and master's degrees. Delivered via flexible distance learning, this part-time or full-time study option is designed for health professionals to enhance their clinical expertise over one to four years.
Ophtalmology
This Master degree in Ophthalmology at University of Otago consists of four 30-point papers, which can be taken part-time up to five years. It is also available through Distance Learning.
Paediatric Dentistry
The Paediatric Dentistry programme at the University of Otago offers advanced clinical training for dental professionals. This postgraduate course is available as a PGDipClinDent or DClinDent. Students engage in full-time study in Dunedin, focusing on comprehensive oral healthcare for infants, children, and adolescents.
Health Practice
Learn the theory and research to equip you for community-based and practice-oriented careers in areas like Health Promotion, Addiction, Population Mental Health and Pacific Health with this Master of Health Practice from University of Auckland.
Occupational Medicine
The Occupational Medicine programme at the University of Otago offers specialised postgraduate training for medical practitioners. Available as a certificate, diploma, or master’s degree, the curriculum is delivered via flexible distance learning. Study durations vary from one to three years through part-time study modes.

Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours
Deepen your knowledge of your specialist field in biomedical science with this Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Immunology
The Immunology programme at the University of Otago offers advanced postgraduate training through the Master of Science and PhD pathways. Students engage in full-time or part-time study to explore infectious diseases and immunotherapy. This curriculum provides a deep understanding of immune responses within a world-class research setting.
Clinical Pharmacy
The Clinical Pharmacy programme at the University of Otago is a postgraduate qualification designed for registered pharmacists. This advanced course, available through distance learning or on-campus in Dunedin, typically lasts one year for full-time students. It focuses on enhancing professional knowledge and research skills.

Master of Health in Health Promotion
Take your degree and experience to the next level and gain advanced knowledge of complex health care systems and current issues in health with this Master of Health in Health Promotion program from Victoria University of Wellington.
Applied Health Sciences - Wellness and Rehabilitation
If you have a passion for health, wellness and rehabilitation, and want to enhance your knowledge with postgraduate study then the Applied Health Sciences - Wellness and Rehabilitation at Southern Institute of Technology is for you.

Graduate Certificate in Health in Health Policy and Innovation
Take the opportunity to be involved in shaping the future of our nation's health by studying this Graduate Certificate in Health in Health Policy and Innovation program from Victoria University of Wellington.