Health Systems and Policy

This course introduces students to the history and organisation of health services and public health, with particular relevance to New Zealand. Students will develop an understanding of the structure and function of the New Zealand health system, including the provision, planning, and funding of health services.

15 points

Any 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 30 points at 100 level from HLTH or SPCOAny 60 points at 100 level from any subject, or any 30 points at 100 level from HLTH or SPCO, or any 15 points at 100 level from HLTH.Any 60 points at 100 level in any subject.Either 15 points in HLTH or any 45 points

Physical activity and Nutrition

This course equips students with the knowledge, skills, and understandings necessary to develop programmes that enhance the nutrition and physical activity of people in Aotearoa. Students will explore how the determinants of health influence nutrition and physical activity, and research effective health promotion strategies. An opportunity for health promotion experience will provide students with practical skills.

15 points

HLTH112 - 'Anatomy & Physiology I' or HLTH113 - 'Anatomy & Physiology II' or BCHM111 - 'Cellular Biology and Biochemistry'

HLED223