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Overview

Programme Overview

A conjoint BGlobalSt/BHSc will expose students to new ways of thinking about the healthcare sector. It will help shape them as informed citizens who can make a difference in an increasingly globalised world. The degree can lead to a range of opportunities in politics and government, international development, foreign affairs, mental health, managed care, biostatistics, information technology, healthcare programme design and evaluation, and academic research.

Programme Careers

Potential Careers

Through the Global Studies component, students will gain competency in another language and develop skills for employment, such as leadership, teamwork, public speaking, critical thinking, research, and intercultural communication.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Arts administrator
  • Business consultant
  • Diplomat
  • Foreign correspondent
  • Human rights advocate
  • Intelligence officer
  • International trade consultant
  • Policy analyst
  • Health services manager
  • Health promoter
  • Health researcher
  • Health services consultant
  • Health economist
  • Community addictions counsellor

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Key Information for Students

Key Information for Students

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Entry Requirements, Fees and Dates

Fees and scholarships

Fees

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

Scholarships

Scholarships and awards

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Loans and Allowances

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Cost of Living

Cost of living

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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

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Schedule

Schedule Notes

 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 Global Studies Conjoint Component, and
  • 270 points for Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint Component, and
  • 15 points from UOFAK - University of Auckland Other Courses, and
  • 15 points from General Education Courses, and
  • 1 item from Academic Integrity Course

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:

Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint Component

Complete 270 points comprising:

  • 180 points for all Compulsory Courses, and
  • 15 points from Group 1 Elective Courses, and
  • 15 points from Group 2 Elective Courses, and
  • 15 points from Group 3 Elective Courses, and
  • 30 points from Group 4 Elective Courses, and
  • 15 points from Group 5 Elective Courses

Group 1 Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

Group 2 Elective Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

Other Courses

Select exactly 15 points from University of Auckland.

General Education Courses

Complete exactly 15 points from the following:

Academic Integrity Course

Complete exactly 1 of the following: