Victoria University of Wellington

Overview

The Bachelor of Global Health and Wellbeing at Victoria University of Wellington offers an in-depth exploration of public health, health equity, and overall wellbeing, framed within both local and global contexts. This program is designed to equip students with practical research skills and critical thinking abilities, fostering evidence-based health and social transformations.

What you'll study

The program spans three years of full-time study, culminating in 360 credits. The curriculum is structured as follows:

• Year 1: Foundations in Global Health and Wellbeing, Health and Society (exploring social and cultural determinants of health), Introduction to Research Methods.
• Year 2: Public Health Concepts and Health Systems, Wellbeing, Prevention, and Health Promotion, along with continued Research Methods and applied analysis.
• Year 3: Advanced Global Health and Wellbeing (integrated study), a Capstone/Research Project (research-led assessment), and Electives (with options in community health, health equity, or wellbeing-focused themes).

High-achieving students may also have the opportunity to enter an Honours pathway, subject to additional requirements.

Entry requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Global Health and Wellbeing is contingent upon prior academic performance. Prospective students should meet the general entry requirements for undergraduate study at Victoria University of Wellington and demonstrate readiness for a program focused on health and wellbeing. In some cases, applicants may be required to showcase proficiency in relevant subject areas or provide supplementary academic documentation.

Career prospects

Graduating with a Bachelor of Global Health and Wellbeing opens a wide array of career opportunities in public health, health policy, community development, and health promotion. Graduates are well-prepared to contribute to meaningful health initiatives and drive social change within various sectors, both locally and globally.