- Duration
- Full-time: Varies
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2026 Semester One – 2 March
- 2026 Semester Two – 20 July
- Available locations
- Grafton
- Points
- 120 or 180
- Programme type
- Postgraduate
- Taught options available
Programme overview
Our Master of Paediatrics will enable you to lead the improvement of child health within your field.
With a focus on research, this masters programme will allow you to apply critical thinking and core research to the delivery of healthcare to children.
With a Master of Paediatrics, your research will improve the quality of paediatric care for both local and wider communities across Aotearoa.
The programme can be completed full-time in 18 months, or part-time in 36 months (for the Masters component only, which is additional to completing the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma of Paediatrics). You are encouraged to pursue part-time study. Extramural study is an option.
For any enquiries, please contact us.
Programme structure
The MPaed can be completed as a 120-point or 180-point taught masters degree, depending on the level of study you have completed.
The 180-point programme can be completed in three semesters (18 months) full-time or up to 12 semesters (6 years) part-time. It requires completion of the following courses:
- PAEDS 714 Emergency Paediatrics – 15 points
- PAEDS 705 Neonate and Infant Health – 15 points
- PAEDS 706 Paediatric Care (Toddler-Adolescent) – 30 points
- PAEDS 707 or PAEDS 707A/B Paediatric Clinical Portfolio – 60 points
- PAEDS 723 Research Methods in Child Health and Paediatrics – 30 points
- PAEDS 790A/B Research Project – 30 points
The 120-point programme can be completed in two semesters (1 year) full-time or up to eight semesters (4 years) part-time. It requires completion of the following courses:
- 30 points from the Master of Health Sciences schedule
- PAEDS 723 Research Methods in Child Health and Paediatrics – 30 points
- PAEDS 791 A/B Dissertation – 60 points
You'll also need to meet other requirements, including time limits and total points limits. See Postgraduate enrolment.
Subjects available in this programme
- Paediatrics
2025 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 180 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 4.0
Bachelors degree
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Study optionTaught 120 pointsGrade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 4.0
Postgraduate Diploma, or passed the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) paediatrics specialist training written examination
Further programme requirements
Taught 180 points
Doctor Pathway
You must have one year of relevant clinical experience and must hold a current registration with the Medical Council New Zealand. You must have access to adequate clinical paediatric exposure.
Nurse Practitioner Pathway
You must have one year of relevant clinical experience and must also hold a current registration with Nurses Council New Zealand. You must have access to adequate clinical paediatric exposure. You must have access to adequate clinical paediatric exposure.
Taught 120 point
You must have completed either:
- the Postgraduate Diploma in Paediatrics, or equivalent, with a GPA of 4.0.
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) or equivalent and passed the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) paediatrics specialist training written examination.
Programme requirements
Minimum programme requirements
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place.
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Study optionTaught 180 pointsGrade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 4
Students can enrol into the MPaed programme with a relevant bachelors degree or they can progress onto the programme by completing a PGCertPaed or a PGDipPaed.
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.5
No bands less than 6.0
Further programme requirements
Other pathways to study
There are two pathways into this programme: the Doctor pathway and the Nurse
Practitioner pathway.
How much does a Master of Paediatrics cost per year?
2025 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$10,892.40*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $9.24 per point, estimated at $1,663.20 for full-time study (180 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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Key dates
Please note: We will consider late applications if places are still available. International students should start the application process as early as possible to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Application closing dates
- Semester One 2025
- 8 December 2024
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 3 March |
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| Ends – 30 June |
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
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| Ends – 29 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 20 July |
| Ends – 16 November |
Other important dates
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Where could this programme take you?
The programme suits doctors and nurse practitioners looking to specialise more in paediatrics and to develop skills to analyse and initiate research in paediatric topics and emerging medical procedures. The masters provides an avenue to the PhD programme.
Jobs related to this programme
- Primary Care Medical Professional
- Paediatric Medical Professional
- Nurse Practitioner
Student career planning service
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