Our BA/BE(Hons) helps to develop the skills you’ll need to adapt and thrive in a fast-changing, globalised economy. The five-year programme blends theoretical and practical work.
It allows you to complement your technical acumen with the broad, transferable skills and critical thinking abilities essential for solving complex problems.
You can combine one of our nine engineering specialisations with a wide range of subjects in the humanities, social sciences, cultures and languages.
Subjects available in this programme
- Academic English Studies and Linguistics
- Anthropology
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Biomedical Engineering
- Chemical and Materials Engineering
- Chinese
- Civil Engineering
- Classical Studies and Ancient History
- Communication
- Communication (Specialisation)
- Computer Systems Engineering
- Criminology
- Drama
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Employment Relations and Organisational Studies
- Engineering Part I
- Engineering Science
- English
- European Studies
- French
- Gender Studies
- Geography
- German
- Greek
- History
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Logic and Computation
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Media, Film and Television
- Music
- Māori Studies
- Pacific Studies
- Philosophy
- Politics and International Relations
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Software Engineering
- Spanish
- Statistics
- Structural Engineering
- TESOL
- Theological and Religious Studies
Programme structure
This conjoint programme enables the completion of a BA/BE(Hons) with 690 points, which is a reduction in the total required for two separate degrees.
- 420 points from Engineering courses
- 255 points from Arts courses
- 15 points from General Education
The first year of your programme will include a set of compulsory courses that are the same for all Engineering students.
You will choose either one or two BA subjects as your major(s). You will take eight courses (120 points) in each major. These include at least three courses (45 points) at Stage III in each major.
You will be required to choose your Engineering specialisation towards the end of your first year, so that your subsequent years of study will include your specialisation courses and electives. Conjoint planners are available for each Engineering specialisation to help ensure that you are eligible to enrol in all the appropriate courses as you progress through your programme.
Practical work is an essential component of the Engineering degree. You must complete a 40-hour Workshop Practice course in your second year and 800 hours of practical work experience over the course of your degree.
You should prioritise your Engineering course enrolment, but also seek planning advice for your Arts degree from the Arts Student Centre.
Due to the substantial similarities in course components, you are restricted from simultaneously undertaking a BE(Hons) in Software Engineering and a BA in Logic and Computation.
Where could this programme take you?
The unique skill set that you will gain through a BA/BE(Hons) will put you in a strong position to pursue new opportunities created by developments in society, technology and business. All our Engineering specialisations are accredited by Engineering New Zealand, making this programme a recognised qualification in many countries.
Jobs related to this programme
- Consultant engineer
- Data architect
- Hardware and software developer
- Policy analyst
- Product development engineer
- Project manager
- Researcher
- User experience designer
2020 entry requirements
Secondary school qualifications
If you’re joining us from secondary school, here’s what you need to enter the programme.
You are guaranteed entry to this programme if you meet these requirements.
- First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
- You must also meet the rank score for this programme.
- You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
- 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. For CIE students, AS Mathematics and Physics may be accepted, based on the grade achieved. For IB students, SL Mathematics and Physics may be accepted, based on the grade achieved.
- QualificationNCEANational Certificate of Educational AchievementScore required275
- 17 external Level 3 credits in Calculus
- 16 external Level 3 credits in Physics
- QualificationCIECambridge International ExaminationsScore required330
- Mathematics and Physics at A Levels
- QualificationIBInternational BaccalaureateScore required36
- Mathematics and Physics at HL Levels
Read more about entry requirements for New Zealand secondary school applicants.
Tertiary qualifications
If you’ve studied at a tertiary institution, here’s what you need to enter the programme.
You can transfer from another tertiary institution, or another University of Auckland qualification, if you meet these requirements.
Minimum grade requirements
These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.
- Grade required GPA Grade Point Average 5.0
- Grade required GPE Grade Point Equivalent 5.0
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. You will also need a sound background in calculus and physics.
Please note that entry to the programme is subject to the availability of spaces.
Transfer of Credit – You can apply for transfer of credit for tertiary courses completed elsewhere as part of your Application for Admission. 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.
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 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.
Key dates
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.
Application closing dates
Semester One 20218 December 2020
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 2 March |
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| Ends – 29 June |
| Semester One | Starts – 1 March |
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| Ends – 28 June |