Bachelor Of Health Science (Acupuncture)

The School will be applying to NZQA for a new Bachelor of Health Science (Acupuncture), hopefully in time to be offered from July 2021. It is likely that you will be transitioned to the new degree in July 2021, with the credits gained in semester one 2021 cross-credited to the new degree.

New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA) Approved & Accredited

Level	7
Credits	480
Duration	4 years full-time study
Intake	February and July
Location	Auckland
Delivery	Classroom based, online delivery (blended learning)

Programme Content

• TCM theory
• TCM practical
• Biomedical health sciences
• Professional studies
• Clinical practice
• Research  

The first and second years of study provide the foundation in the required biological, clinical, professional knowledge and skill base. This is enhanced through clinical observation and assisting in the clinic.

The third and fourth years are the clinical years of study where student clinicians offer consultation and treatment services to patients under the supervision of qualified, experienced staff acupuncture practitioners. They are also introduced to research principles and methodologies in year four.

Pathway to Further Education

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 educational needs of people who want to become acupuncturists, it provides acupuncture knowledge base as well as clinical practice for future practitioners. It also offers a pathway for students to pursue further studies into postgraduate and masters’ degree programme offered by our School.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of our bachelor’s 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

• Proof of NZ citizenship or permanent residency
• Students must be 18 years or older
• Meet literacy standards for tertiary entrance NZ students
• Must have obtained 42 credits in NCEA L3 (or equivalent)
• International students must have achieved an academic IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

Programme Structure

Year 1

Semester One	Semester Two
BSC-RES-101: Academic writing BSC-TCMP-101: TCM practical BSC-TCMT-101: TCM theory BSC-WMS-101: Anatomy, physiology BSC-WMS-111: Basic microbiology	BSC-CLN-102: Introduction to clinic BSC-TCMP-102: TCM practical BSC-TCMT-102: TCM theory BSC-WMS-102: Anatomy, physiology BSC-WMS-112: Human development

Year 2

Semester One	Semester Two
BSC-CLN-201: Clinical assistant BSC-TCMP-201: TCM practical BSC-TCMT-201: TCM theory BSC-TCMT-211: Acupuncture point functions BSC-WMS-201: Biomedical pathology	BSC-CLN-202: Clinical assistant BSC-TCMP-202: TCM practical BSC-TCMP-212: Musculoskeletal assessment BSC-TCMT-202: TCM theory BSC-WMS-202: Biomedical pathology

Year 3

Semester One	Semester Two
BSC-CLN-301: Student clinic BSC-DDX-301: Differential diagnosis BSC-TCMP-301: Musculoskeletal treatment BSC-TCMT-301: Clinical patterns BSC-WMS-301: Diagnosis, referral	BSC-CLN-302: Student clinic BSC-DDX-302: Differential diagnosis BSC-TCMP-302: Tuina BSC-TCMT-302: Clinical patterns BSC-WMS-302: Pharmacology

Year 4

Semester One	Semester Two
BSC-CLN-401: Student clinic BSC-DDX-401: Differential diagnosis BSC-PROF-401: Professional issues BSC-RES-401: Research principles BSC-TCMT-401: Major Chinese classics	BSC-CLN-402: Student clinic BSC-DDX-402: Differential diagnosis BSC-RES-402: Research methods BSC-SBM-402: Clinic management BSC-TCMT-402: Chinese medical specialties