Bachelor of Health in Health Education

University of Canterbury

Learn how to improve the wellbeing of individuals and communities, while engaging with the health sector and its related fields. With many subjects to explore, you will deepen your understanding of health and wellbeing to strengthen equity and examine global health challenges. Our subjects are developed to equip you with the specialist knowledge and skills to build a career in health. Study Involve: Gain a strong understanding and critical thinking around Health in the wider community and in the health care sector in Aotearoa New Zealand. Work together with our communities, health organisations, and whanau to identify health barriers and challenges, and collaborate to develop effective strategies that promote Oranga Wellbeing. Matauranga Maori and bicultural competence and confidence are integrated into the degree. Study health models and concepts, learn the terminology of the health sector and gain effective communication skills. If you are interested in helping people and communities empower themselves, then Health Education is for you. This subject revolves around understanding population health issues and learning how to teach people to adopt healthier lifestyles to enhance their health and wellbeing. Study Involve: Understand how to build people’s health literacy. Develop a toolbox of teaching strategies that can be used at personal, interpersonal, and community level. Build confidence in presenting and facilitation. In your final year, complete an internship where you can apply what you have learnt and start your Health Education professional journey.

Faculty of Health