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Overview

Programme Overview

A BA/BGlobalSt conjoint allows you to complete a BA and a BGlobalSt in less time than it would take to complete the two degrees separately.

Our interdisciplinary Global Studies programme will expose you to new ways of thinking about the world, develop your competence in another language, and grow your understanding of other cultures and perspectives.

By combining Global Studies with a BA, you can deepen your understanding of global issues through a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, cultures and languages.

Programme Careers

Potential Careers

A BA/BGlobalSt prepares you for a range of exciting careers. You might go on to work in politics and government, the environmental sector, international development, foreign affairs, trade or the creative industries. As part of the Global Studies programme, you will have many opportunities to develop practical employment skills and on-the-job experience through internships, workshops and research projects.

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 services

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

Key Information for Students

Key Information for Students

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Experience the University

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Meet a Global Studies student

Elloise says that the Bachelor of Global Studies is the epitome of an international, modern degree.

Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates

Programme Entry Requirements

Overseas qualifications

If your highest qualification was gained outside New Zealand, view our international entry requirements


New Zealand secondary school qualifications

You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.

  1. First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
  2. You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
  3. You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
  4. Some programmes have additional requirements, such as an interview, portfolio or references.

Guaranteed rank score, subject and other requirements

If your rank score is slightly lower than the guaranteed score, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available. If you don’t meet the requirements, you may be able to apply under our Undergraduate Targeted Admission Schemes.

Qualification and Score required

NCEA - 210

Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.

CIE - 230

Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.

IB - 28

Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.

Read more about entry requirements for New Zealand secondary school applicants


New Zealand tertiary qualifications

You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.

Guaranteed grade requirements

These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.  

Grade required

3.9 Grade Point average Calculate your Grade Point Average

3.9 Grade Point equivalent Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent

Further Programme Entry Requirements

Transfer of Credit - You can apply for transfer of credit for tertiary courses completed elsewhere as part of your Application for Admission. For more information, please see External transfer of credit.

If you have completed study at another New Zealand University, get an estimate of the transfer credit you may be eligible for, using our Transfer Credit Calculator.

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

Other Pathways to Study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

Fees and scholarships

Fees

Fees Disclaimer

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. Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses. For more information, please see Fees and Money Matters .

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

Scholarships

Scholarships and awards

Find out about the scholarships you may be eligible for.

Loans and Allowances

Student loans and allowances

Are you a New Zealand citizen or resident? You could be eligible for a student loan or allowance.

Cost of Living

Cost of living

Get an idea of how much accommodation and general living in Auckland will cost.

Key Dates

Application Advice

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.

Key Dates

SemesterApplication Closing DateSemester Start DateSemester End Date
2026 Semester One08 December 202502 March 202629 June 2026

Other Important Dates

See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.

Schedule

Schedule Notes

  • Selected courses from the Bachelor of Arts Conjoint Component must include courses in a minimum of three subjects listed in the Bachelor of Arts Schedule.
  • A student may substitute one or more other courses for one or more of the Bachelor of Global Studies Schedule courses with the permission of Senate or its representative.

Programme Schedules

Complete 540 points comprising:

  • 255 points for Bachelor of Arts Conjoint Component, and
  • 255 points for Bachelor of Global Studies Conjoint Component, and
  • 15 points from General Education Courses, and
  • 15 points from University Electvies, and
  • 1 item from Academic Integrity Course

Bachelor of Arts Conjoint Component

Complete 255 points comprising:

  • 120 to 255 points for 1 to 2 Major from Majors, and
  • 0 to 135 points for 0 to 3 Modules from Modules, and
  • 0 to 135 points from Other Courses from the Bachelor of Arts Schedule

Selected courses must include at least 165 points at level 200 or higher.

Selected courses must include at least 75 points at level 300 or higher.

Majors

Complete 1 to 2 Major from the following:

Modules

Complete 0 to 3 Modules from the following:

Other Courses from the Bachelor of Arts Schedule

Complete 0 to 135 points from the following:

No credit will be given for courses matching the pattern *******G, ********G, *********G, **********G, ***********G, or ************G.

Bachelor of Global Studies Conjoint Component

Complete 255 points comprising:

  • 60 points for all Core Courses, and
  • 120 points for one Major from Majors, and
  • 75 points for one Specialisation from Language and Area Studies

Selected courses must include at least 165 points at level 200 or higher.

Selected courses must include at least 75 points at level 300 or higher.

Core Courses

Complete 60 points for ALL of the following:

General Education Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

University Electvies

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

Select exactly 15 points from UOFAK - University of Auckland including child orgs.

Academic Integrity Course

Complete exactly 1 of the following: