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 possibilities that cater for many different interests or career goals.
Your BA study can develop the knowledge and skills you need to future-proof your career. Capabilities such as communication and creative thinking will keep your options open for different opportunities in the fast-changing world of work. You can further extend your skill set 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 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.
Conjoint programmes let you pursue two undergraduate bachelors degrees at the same time.
Learn more about conjointsProgramme structure
The BA is made up of 24 courses across 3 years of full-time study (360 points/24 courses).
You are required to select two BA subjects as your two majors.
Please check all the available courses for you to study under your chosen majors.
The broad structure of the programme is:
- Eight courses in your chosen first major (120 points)
- Eight courses in your chosen second major (120 points)
- One General Education courses (15 points)
- One Waipapa Taumata Rau core course (15 points)
- Six elective courses (90 points)
- Up to two (30 points) of these can be from outside of the BA schedule from other faculties such as Science.
You can take one or two optional modules instead of elective courses. A module is a group of three courses (45 points) focusing on a specific skill or knowledge to benefit or inform future careers.
See the Subjects tab to learn more about the areas you’re interested in, and see what courses are on offer to help you plan your enrolment for the year.
Sample degree planners can be downloaded here and used to plan your study.
See the Student Hub for guidance on degree planning or any questions you may have.
You can access a range of information about The University of Auckland online at AskAuckland.
Most students need to take one General Education course.
Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.
Sample programme structure
Double major
Year one 120 points
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- Optional module
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Waipapa Taumata Rau
- Type:
- Core course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Year two 120 points
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage II course
- Type:
- Optional module
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage I course
- Type:
- General Education course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Year three 120 points
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- First major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- Second major
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- Optional module
- Points:
- 15 pts
-
- Name:
- Stage III course
- Type:
- Elective course
- Points:
- 15 pts
Where could this programme take you?
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.
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