About the course

In the Master of Health Practice in Violence and Trauma Studies you'll investigate Māori and Western approaches to healing from violence and trauma, and gain an understanding of violence and power in society.The Master of Health Practice in Violence and Trauma Studies is intended for health professionals with at least three years of clinical experience.

　　This degree caters for a wide range of ‘people professionals’ - community agency workers, social workers, counsellors, group workers, psychotherapists, probation officers, refugee workers, the military, the police, marae and iwi services, prison workers, teachers, occupational therapists, nurses, Civil Defence, health workers, health promoters and first responder emergency services. This violence and trauma studies degree is suitable for professionals working with children, young people adults, families and whānau experiencing interpersonal violence and trauma, drug and alcohol issues, mental health issues and disability issues. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Northcote
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Northcote
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Northcote
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Manukau
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Manukau
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Northcote
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Northcote
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Northcote

　　

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Entry requirements for Auckland University of Technology

Must have completed the following or equivalent:

　　Relevant bachelor’s degree

　　Relevant graduate diploma

　　Relevant professional qualification

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　　At least three years of relevant professional experience

　　Staircasing options from the Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science or Postgraduate Diploma in Health Science are also available.

　　IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0. TOEFL IBT - 90.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Auckland University of Technology. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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