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Overview

Programme Overview

The BA gives you the freedom to follow your interests and study the subjects you love. You can choose from a wide range of study options that cater for many different interests and career goals.

BA study can develop your knowledge and skills and future-proof your career. Skills in communication and creative thinking will keep your options open for different opportunities in the fast-changing world of work. You can further extend your options for future careers through one or two of our optional, theme-based modules.

Your double major will give your degree a strong focus and deepen your knowledge and skills. You have the flexibility to explore different subjects in first year before you choose your two majors.

You can also study two different fields by combining a BA with another degree as part of a conjoint programme .

Programme Structure

Conjoint options - Conjoint programmes let you pursue two undergraduate bachelors degrees at the same time.

Learn more about conjoints

Programme Careers

Potential Careers

Your BA study will help you develop strong capabilities for many careers: communication skills; creative and critical thinking; the ability to research, analyse and evaluate information; problem-solving; adaptability; and an awareness of different perspectives. These enduring capabilities are increasingly valued by employers. You'll be well-positioned to pursue new career opportunities as the world of work changes.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Government Policy Lead
  • Journalist and Social Media Advisor
  • Communications Specialist
  • Museum Curator
  • Digital Content Manager
  • Charity Director

Further Study Options

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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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 - 150

CIE - 150          

IB - 26

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

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2.4 Grade Point equivalent Calculate your Grade Point Equivalent

Further Programme Entry Requirements

Further requirements

You must have completed one semester of successful bachelor degree study from a New Zealand tertiary institution, or one year of successful study as part of an acceptable sub-degree qualification from a New Zealand tertiary institution.

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, 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:

  • See if you meet the criteria for the Undergraduate Targeted Admission Scheme (UTAS).
  • Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
  • If you are 20 on or before the first day of semester, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for special admission.
  • If you are under 20, have no formal University Entrance (UE) qualification, and are a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident you can apply for discretionary entrance.
  • If you can demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and maturity, we offer admission to applicants under 16.
  • If your rank score is below our guaranteed admission level and you're not eligible for the Targeted Admission Scheme, you could qualify for Conditional Admission.

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.

Advice on Programme Limits

This is a limited entry programme: there is a limit on the number of enrolments due to staff or space capacity. For more information, please see the Programme and Course Limitations section of the University Academic and General Statutes and Regulations.

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 Summer School01 December 202505 January 202618 February 2026
2026 Semester One08 December 202502 March 202629 June 2026
2026 Semester Two08 June 202620 July 202616 November 2026

Other Important Dates

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

Regulations

Preamble

The regulations for this degree are to be read in conjunction with all other relevant statutes and regulations including the Academic Statutes and Regulations.

Note: This is a limited entry programme as per the Limitation of Entry Statute 1991 and selection criteria apply. Selection criteria are available from the Faculty of Arts and Education.

Duration and Total Points Value

1 A student enrolled for this degree must follow a programme of the equivalent of six full-time semesters and pass courses with a total value of 360 points, unless credit is granted under the Admission Regulations and/or the Credit Regulations.

Structure and Content

2 Of the 360 points required for this degree, a student must pass:

a at least 300 points from courses listed in the Bachelor of Arts Schedule, including

(i) at least 180 points in courses above Stage I, of which at least 90 points must be above Stage II

(ii) courses in a minimum of three subjects listed in the Bachelor of Arts Schedule

b two majors of 120 points each from the Bachelor of Arts Schedule, of which at least 45 points must be above Stage II in each major

c 30 points from courses offered in either the General Education Open Schedule or the relevant General Education Schedule approved for this degree

d the Academic Integrity course as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic Integrity, of the University Calendar.

3 A student who is required to meet the Academic English Language Requirement, as specified in the Enrolment and Programme Regulations, Academic English Language Requirement, of the University Calendar, may substitute an academic English language course approved by the Programme Director for 15 points of General Education.

4 a A student may include in their degree one or more modules of 45 points from one of the subjects available for modules in the Bachelor of Arts Schedule.

b Courses passed for modules cannot also be counted for majors.

5 Up to 30 points may be taken from courses available for other programmes offered at this University.

General Education Exemptions

6 a A student is exempted from the requirement to pass courses offered in the General Education Schedules who has:

either

(i) completed an undergraduate degree at a tertiary institution

or

(ii) commenced study for this degree at a tertiary institution before 1 January 2006

or

(iii) been admitted to this degree having completed 240 points or more of degree-level study at another tertiary institution.

b A student who has been exempted from the requirement to pass courses offered in the General Education Schedules must substitute 30 points from courses available for this degree.

c A student admitted to this degree, who has completed between 120 and 235 points inclusive of degree-level study at another tertiary institution, or who has completed a minimum of 50 points of study towards this degree in one semester at an overseas institution, either through an overseas exchange programme or through prior approval under the Credit Regulations, must pass 15 points from courses offered in the General Education Schedules.

d A student who has been fully or partially exempted from the requirement to pass courses offered in the General Education Schedules is nonetheless required to complete the Academic Integrity course.

Conjoint Degrees

7 Special arrangements apply where this degree is taken as a component degree of an approved conjoint combination. The specific requirements and a complete list of the conjoint degrees available are set out in the Conjoint Degrees section of the University Calendar.

Special Cases

8 For language courses, enrolment of students with prior knowledge of the language is at the discretion of the Academic Head or nominee.

a Enrolment in any particular course(s) may be declined, and enrolment may be required instead in a course at a more advanced level.

b If a student who has been required to enrol in a more advanced course fails that course they may be credited with an appropriate less advanced course if they are certified by the examiners as having reached the standard of a pass for that course and have not previously been credited with that course.

c A student who has passed or been credited with a language acquisition course may not enrol for a course which precedes that course in the sequence of language acquisition courses.

Variations

9 In exceptional circumstances the Programme Director may approve a variation to a student’s programme of study in accordance with the Enrolment and Programme Regulations.

Regulation Commencement or Amendment

10 These regulations and/or schedule have been amended with effect from 1 January 2026.

Schedule

Schedule Notes

Selected courses must include courses in a minimum of three subjects listed in the Bachelor of Arts Schedule.

Programme Schedules

Complete 360 points comprising:

  • 300 to 330 points for Bachelor of Arts Schedule, and
  • 30 points from General Education Courses, and
  • 0 to 30 points from Other Courses, and
  • 1 item from Academic Integrity

Bachelor of Arts Schedule

Complete 300 to 330 points comprising:

  • 240 to 255 points for 2 Majors from Majors (Subjects), and
  • 0 to 90 points for 0 to 2 Modules from Modules, and
  • 0 to 90 points from Other Courses from Schedule

Selected courses must include at least 180 points at level 200 or higher.

Selected courses must include at least 90 points at level 300 or higher.

Majors (Subjects)

Complete exactly 2 Majors from the following:

Modules

Complete 0 to 2 Modules from the following:

Other Courses from Schedule

Complete 0 to 90 points from the following:

General Education Courses

Complete exactly 30 points from the following:

Other Courses

Select between 0 and 30 credits from University of Auckland at levels 100 to 400.

Academic Integrity

Complete exactly 1 of the following:

Degree Plan

Overview

Please note this is a sample degree plan. Course selection will depend on your chosen majors and course availability. Please contact the Student Hubs for advice.

Degree Plan for the Bachelor of Arts (Double Major)

Year 1
Semester One
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage I Course - First Major

Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage I Course - First Major
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage I Course - Second Major
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage I Course - Second Major
ACADINT A01
Academic Integrity Course
Academic Integrity
Points
Semester Two

Elective Course

15 Points

Module required course

OR

Other Bachelor of Arts Schedule course (Any stage)

Elective Course

15 Points

Other Bachelor of Arts Schedule course (Any stage)

Elective Course

15 Points

Other Bachelor of Arts Schedule course (Any stage)
General Education Courses
15 Points
Year 2
Semester One
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage II Course - First Major

Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage II Course - First Major
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage II Course - First Major
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage II Course - Second Major
Semester Two
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage II Course - Second Major

Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage II Course - Second Major

Elective Course

15 Points

Module required course

OR

Other Bachelor of Arts Schedule course (Any stage)
General Education Courses
15 Points
Year 3
Semester One
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage III Course - First Major

Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage III Course - First Major
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage III Course - First Major
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage III Course - Second Major
Semester Two
Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage III Course - Second Major

Majors (Subjects)
Bachelor of Arts Schedule
15 Points

Stage III Course - Second Major

Elective Course

15 Points

Module required course

OR

Other Bachelor of Arts Schedule course (Any stage)

OR

Other Undergraduate course (Any stage)

Elective Course

15 Points

Other Bachelor of Arts Schedule course (Any stage)

OR

Other Undergraduate course (Any stage)

Graduate Profile and Programme Capabilities

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