Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture)

PC9792

New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) Approved and Accredited

This level 7, four year 480 credit qualification was the first programme of its kind for New Zealand in 2007. It offers hands on training in acupuncture as well as moxa, cupping and gua sha. Developed to meet the continuing educational needs of the large number of acupuncture diploma holders and people who want to become acupuncturists. It enhances the acupuncture knowledge base and informs clinical practice enabling high quality, first contact, primary-care providers as well as providing the pathway to pursue postgraduate Masters and PhD studies.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of our Bachelor degree trend toward establishing private practices of their own, join or establish multidisciplinary practices or take advantage of flexible working hour opportunities as locums in existing practices.

Entry Requirements

• Minimum of age 18 at start of course
• NCEA 2 for domestic students or international equivalent
• For international students if English is not the first language:
  • Level 7 Degree, IELTS academic score of 6 with no band score lower than 5.5.

Course Programme