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.
Bachelor of Arts
With the AUT Bachelor of Arts you can choose from majors in areas as diverse as languages, international studies, criminology, psychology, event management and education.
Do you enjoy learning about people and places at an individual, national or international level? Want to learn how to use this knowledge to make a difference in our increasingly globalised society?
The Bachelor of Arts prepares you for a huge range of careers, and you can build your degree in a way that suits you – study a single or a double major, select from a wide range of minors or add elective papers from another area of study. Throughout your Bachelor of Arts you’ll develop effective communication, critical thinking and analysis skills, as well as the ability to research and present professionally. These skills are key to any professional role.
Minimum entry requirements
- University Entrance or equivalent
- Chinese Studies major: Not available for native speakers of Chinese.
- Interpreting major: High level of competency in English and one other language. Interview will be required.
- Japanese Studies major: Not available for native speakers of Japanese.
- NZ Sign Language – English Interpreting major: High level of competency in English (NZSL fluency is not required). Interview will be required.
International student entry requirements
Useful New Zealand school subjects
All subjects are useful, in particular Art History, Classical Studies, English, Geography, History, Media Studies and other languages.
English language requirements
- Interpreting and NZ Sign Language – English Interpreting majors: IELTS (Academic) 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing and Speaking, and 6.5 in Reading and Listening; or equivalent.
- All other majors: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent.
Don’t meet the entry requirements?
Consider starting with:
- Diploma in Arts
- Certificate in English for Academic Study (English language requirements)