Sociology – Diploma in Arts

    Sociology – Diploma in Arts

    Duration1 year(s)
    Next IntakeMay 1, 2026
    Sociology – Diploma in Arts

    About

    Specialise in Sociology for your Diploma in Arts at Massey

    Sociology seeks to understand and describe our own local society and the wider global setting. It is among the most fundamental of the social sciences, with perhaps the broadest scope. There are sociologists interested in virtually all aspects of the social world. It goes beyond surface appearances in an attempt to find out how things really work.

    Sociologists ask many questions. What divides or unites social groups? What causes the inequalities we see in society? How does power actually operate? Questions like these are crucial to understanding some of the biggest issues facing the world today.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Admission to Massey

    All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.

    Specific requirements

    There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations.

    English language requirements

    To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.

    If you have already completed a bachelor degree

    If you have already completed a bachelor degree you may replace 230111 Tū Kupu: Writing and Inquiry or 230112 Tū Arohae: Critical Thinking with courses of your choice. You will need to apply for replacement courses via a Special permission request in your portal and you will need to attach evidence of your completed degree with the request.

    English language skills

    If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6

    English Program Requirements

    English Evidence Academic IELTS^: 6.0 overall and minimum 5.5 in each band
    English Evidence TOEFL iBT: Overall score 80, minimum 19 in Writing
    English Evidence Pearson Test of English (PTE): 50 overall and minimum 42 in each communicative skills

    Career

    Sociology can lead to jobs in human resource management, policy analysis, social research, and teaching. Employers value the combination of theoretical and research knowledge, analytical strengths, communication skills, and practical know-how of our graduates.

    Fee Information

    Sociology – Diploma in Arts
    Massey University
    Massey University
    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Palmerston North