Applied Practice (Clinical Research)
Unitec Institute of TechnologyProgram Overview
The Applied Practice (Clinical Research) at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Practice (Clinical Research) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 10,063 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Practice (Clinical Research) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Applied Practice in Context
- Research and Community-Informed Practice
- Research Question
- Leadership in Practice
- Clinical Research Design
- Evidence-Based Healthcare in New Zealand
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For this programme, you will need the following:
1. A Bachelors degree or Level 7 Graduate Diploma in the same or similar discipline
2. Demonstrate an ability to succeed in the programme by providing evidence of successful outcomes youve achieved in a work environment
3. A minimum of 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing)
4. If English is your second language, you will need one or more of the following:
- Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University entrance
- Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
- Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 10,063 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 10,063 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Unitec Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Unitec Institute of Technology
Unitec Institute of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand
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University Profile- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 18 months
