100-level

HLTH101
Introduction to Health Studies
Description
This course introduces students to the determinants of health in the context of Aotearoa New Zealand. Students will examine health and how it is viewed and experienced by different groups of people, including key influences and challenges to achieving [good] health. Measures to address health inequities, including the role of the health system, will be explored and examined.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Semester One 2026 (Distance)
Points
15 points
HLTH106
Te Wero - Maori Health Issues and Opportunities
Description
This course introduces students to a selection of historical and contemporary Maori health content within a Treaty of Waitangi framework, to support robust analyses of Maori population health issues. Exploring what Maori health was and is, students will be challenged to consider the promise of Maori health and its significance for current and future Aotearoa New Zealand.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2026
Special non-calendar-based Two 2026 (UC Online)
Points
15 points

200-level

HLTH203
Epidemiology
Description
This course introduces students to the measurement of health and disease in populations. Students will learn about defining and measuring health and disease. The course will cover quantitative methods to assess health and disease, including introductory epidemiology and biostatistics.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject.
Restrictions
HLTH110

300-level

HSRV311
Qualitative Research Methods
Description
This course introduces students to a range of qualitative research approaches. We begin by exploring the philosophical underpinnings of qualitative research, including methodological frameworks, theories, and controversies. Students learn about practical issues encountered in ‘doing’ research. Those practical issues include ethics of the research process; navigating cultures and hard-to-reach groups; data gathering via documents, interviews, and focus groups; and analysing data. Students are encouraged to think critically about the applicability of developing ethical research models within diverse contexts/settings. Through manageable research assignments, students become familiar with the business of research and how it fits within complex and diverse human service systems.
Occurrences
Semester One 2026
Semester One 2026 (Distance)
Points
30 points
Prerequisites
30 points at 200 level in HSRV; OR, 60 points at 200-level from Schedule V to the BA, BSW Hons, BCJ or B Hlth Sc or BYCL.
Restrictions
HSRV302

Not Offered Courses in 2026

100-level

HLTH106
Te Wero - Maori Health Issues and Opportunities
Description
This course introduces students to a selection of historical and contemporary Maori health content within a Treaty of Waitangi framework, to support robust analyses of Maori population health issues. Exploring what Maori health was and is, students will be challenged to consider the promise of Maori health and its significance for current and future Aotearoa New Zealand.
Occurrences
HLTH106-26S2 (D)
Semester Two 2026 (Distance) - Not offered
For further information see HLTH106 course details
Points
15 points