Entry requirements

Applicants must have either, an undergraduate degree in a relevant field, or professional experience in the sector to the satisfaction of the Programme Leader. We may ask for evidence and verification of this experience.

If you are unsure if your qualification or professional experience will meet the entry requirements, please contact us before applying to enrol.

Students who have completed The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand’s Bachelor of Social Health and Wellbeing are not eligible for enrolment in this programme. 

English language requirements 

International students must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5 or equivalent.

Domestic students for whom English, Māori or New Zealand sign language is not their first language must also have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no band score lower than 5.5, or equivalent.

Learn more about English language entry requirements

International students and domestic students living overseas

You can enrol in this programme if you are:

• an international student living in New Zealand and in paid employment with a valid work visa – for part-time study.
• an international student living overseas – in part-time or full-time study.
• a New Zealand citizen living overseas – in part-time or full-time study.

Learn more about studying as an international student

Computer and internet requirements

Courses in this programme are delivered online. This means you will access course material and submit assessments online. Our online courses may include reading, videos, quizzes or activities, and you may need to download content.

For online learning and assessments, you need:

• Regular access to a computer
• Reliable internet and data plan.

If you are unsure if your current computer or internet access allows you to complete your online learning with us, please contact us before applying to enrol.

Find out more about online learning