Global Studies BGlobalSt

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New Zealand, Auckland

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University of Auckland

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Credit point

360 Points

Campuses

City

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines3-Mar-2025

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 45,968 / year

Next Intake 3-Mar-2025

Global Studies BGlobalSt

About

The Bachelor of Global Studies is designed to help you make a difference by applying your knowledge to the big issues of our increasingly globalised world.

You will be exposed to new ways of thinking about the world. You will gain an in-depth understanding of contemporary issues and challenge your assumptions about how the world works.

As you gain competency in another language you'll deepen your understanding of other cultures and perspectives.

You will develop skills for future careers that demand leadership, teamwork, public speaking, critical thinking, research and intercultural communication.

Information for students located outside New Zealand

The Bachelor of Global Studies, including conjoint programmes, is not available to new students wanting to start this programme and study online outside New Zealand. Admissions will re-open to new international students when New Zealand border regulations permit travel to New Zealand and in-person study on campus.

Students who have already started the Bachelor of Global Studies may continue in the programme while located outside New Zealand, but there may be a limited number of courses available online.

Develop the knowledge and skills to understand global issues and tackle them creatively.

The Bachelor of Global Studies is a cross-faculty degree that draws on the combined expertise of the faculties of Arts, Business, Creative Arts and Industries, Engineering, Law and Science.

You will choose from one of four majors when you start the programme:

Global Environment and Sustainable Development
Global Politics and Human Rights
International Relations and Business
Transnational Cultures and Creative Practice

You will supplement your major with core courses in Global Studies, courses in a language, area studies in a region related to your chosen language, elective courses, and General Education.

You will have many opportunities to develop skills and experience through internships, workshops and research projects. We encourage you to spend time overseas during your study.

The broad structure of the programme is:

Three core courses: GLOBAL 102, GLOBAL 200, GLOBAL 300 (45 points)
Ten courses in your chosen major (150 points)
Four courses in a language (60 points)
Three courses in area studies (45 points)
Two General Education courses (30 points)
Two elective courses (30 points)

Most students need to take one or two General Education courses.

Students should also be aware of the University's Academic English Language Requirement.

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Sample programme structure

Year one 120 points

Code:

GLOBAL 100

Name:

Intercultural Communication

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

Language course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

Language course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

General Education course

Points:

15 pts

Year two 120 points

Code:

GLOBAL 200

Name:

Global Challenges

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

Language course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

Language course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

Area studies course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage II course

Type:

Area studies course

Points:

15 pts

Year three 120 points

Code:

GLOBAL 300

Name:

Research Project

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage III course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage III course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage III course

Type:

As required for major

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage III course

Type:

Area studies course

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Elective course

Type:

Any stage

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Elective course

Type:

Any stage

Points:

15 pts
Name:

Stage I course

Type:

General Education course

Points:

15 pts

Sample programme structure

An example of how to structure the degree using Global Politics and Human Rights as a major, Spanish as a language and Latin America as an area study.

Year one 120 points

Code:

GLOBAL 100

Name:

Intercultural Communication

Type:

Compulsory core course

Points:

15 pts
Code:

POLITICS 106

Name:

Global Politics

Type:

Stage I course for major

Points:

Disciplines

The University of Auckland

Requirements

Entry Requirements

You will typically need to have completed one of the following to meet the minimum equivalent University Entrance standard:

One semester of successful bachelor degree study from a New Zealand tertiary institution.
One year of successful study as part of an acceptable sub-degree qualification from a New Zealand tertiary institution.
One year successful bachelor-degree level study at a recognised university (or similar institution) overseas.

If you have finished secondary school you may already meet the minimum acceptable equivalents of the University Entrance Standard, see New Zealand Secondary School applicants, or Overseas Secondary School applicants.

If you are applying for admission based on prior tertiary study you must meet admission, programme and undergraduate English language requirements. To see the entry requirements (by country) for your intended programme(s), visit Find a study option.

Career

A Bachelor of Global Studies will prepare you for a range of exciting careers. With your combination of skills and your global knowledge, you will be well-prepared to make a difference in a variety of fields. You might go on to work in politics and government, the environmental sector, international development, foreign affairs, trade, defence or the arts.

Jobs related to this programme

Arts administrator
Business consultant
Diplomat
Foreign correspondent
Human rights advocate
Intelligence officer
International trade consultant
Policy analyst

Student career planning service

Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

NZD 45,968 / year

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