Conjoint: BA/BBiomedSc major in Academic English Studies and Linguistics

A major is the main subject area that you choose to study in your degree. You will study courses up to Stage III level in this subject.

As well as gaining skills, knowledge and experience in your chosen area, you will learn how to think creatively, solve problems and communicate effectively, all essential skills to help you thrive in any career you choose.

Please see the main programme link below to see further details for the programme.

The study of Anthropology includes Archaeology, Biological Anthropology, Social Anthropology and Ethnomusicology. You can specialise in any one of these fields, or you can choose to study across these areas. Anthropology bridges the natural sciences, human sciences and humanities, and we embrace a unified approach.

The University of Auckland was ranked 37th in the world for Archaeology and 48th in the world for Anthropology in the 2021 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

You can study topics ranging from human evolution and the development of human culture to aspects of modern society.

Our courses include:

- Analysis of past human behaviour and culture through what has been left behind

- How humans have evolved and continue to respond to changing circumstances

- Cultures, societies and ways of life, ranging from tribal communities to postmodern societies

- Music and its social functions in different cultures and societies

BA/BBiomedSc - Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Biomedical Science Conjoint

Anthropology can develop skills in communication and analysis, as well as an awareness of culture, ethnicity and society. Anthropology can lead to careers in aid and development agencies; teaching; archaeology; health, social or environmental research; tourism; iwi authorities; museums; local or central government.

You can take a major in Anthropology as one of your two BA majors (a double major). You will need to pass at least 120 points (eight courses) towards each of your majors, including at least 45 points (three courses) at Stage III.

Complete 120 points comprising:

75 points for all Compulsory Courses, and
45 points from Elective Courses

Selected courses must include at least 45 points at level 300.

Compulsory Courses

Complete 75 points for ALL of the following:

ACADENG 210 - Writing Research Reports (15 points)

LINGUIST 100 - Introduction to Linguistics (15 points)

LINGUIST 200 - Syntax (15 points)

LINGUIST 201 - Phonetics and Phonology (15 points)

LINGUIST 203 - Applied English Grammar (15 points)

Elective Courses

Complete exactly 45 points from the following:

ACADENG 101 - Academic English Writing (15 points)

LINGUIST 100 - Introduction to Linguistics (15 points)

LINGUIST 101 - Language, Mind and Society (15 points)

ACADENG 210 - Writing Research Reports (15 points)

LINGUIST 200 - Syntax (15 points)

LINGUIST 201 - Phonetics and Phonology (15 points)

LINGUIST 203 - Applied English Grammar (15 points)

LANGTCHG 300 - Theory and Practice of Language Teaching (15 points)

LINGUIST 300 - Advanced Syntax (15 points)

LINGUIST 301 - Advanced Phonology (15 points)

LINGUIST 305 - Child Language Acquisition (15 points)

LINGUIST 322 - Middle English: Language and Change (15 points)

LINGUIST 324 - Morphology (15 points)

Please note that while regulations and programme rules for future academic years may be displayed or made available in advance, they remain subject to change. Official, final approved programme regulations for the upcoming academic year will be available when the University Calendar is published in late October of the preceding year. Any information available prior to Calendar publication should be treated as provisional.

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