A BE(Hons)/BGlobalSt conjoint allows you to complete a BE(Hons) and a BGlobalSt in less time than it would take to pursue the two degrees separately.
This five-year programme, comprising a blend of theoretical and practical work, ensures that you’re ready for an international career upon graduation.
You can complement your technical skills with an understanding of global issues by combining one of our nine Engineering specialisations with one of the four majors available in Global Studies.
Programme structure
The BE(Hons)/BGlobalSt usually takes five years to complete.
You will need to complete a total of 690 points, consisting of:
- 420 points from BE(Hons) courses
- 255 points from BGlobalSt courses
- 15 points from General Education
For the BE(Hons) component of your conjoint, you and every first-year Engineering conjoint student will complete the same courses. You will then select a specialisation for your subsequent years. You will also undertake a 40-hour workshop practice course in your second year and 800 hours of practical experience throughout your degree.
To find out more about how to structure your Engineering study, see conjoint degrees.
You will choose from one of four majors for the BGlobalSt component of your conjoint:
- Global Environment and Sustainable Development
- Global Politics and Human Rights
- International Relations and Business
- Transnational Cultures and Creative Practice
You will also study a language and a related area of the world. To find out more, see the Bachelor of Global Studies.
You would usually enrol in eight 15-point courses (120 points) each year. If you want to complete in four years, you can enrol in nine 15-point courses (135 points) each year (including Summer School). Enrolling in five courses in a semester is not advisable for Global Studies students. You need to maintain a Grade Point Average of 4.0 each year to continue with your conjoint.
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, depending on the grade you achieved. For IB students, SL Mathematics and Physics may be accepted, depending on the grade you achieved. We encourage IB students to study an additional language.
- 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 Level
- 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 |