Complete at least 360 points
At least 180 points must be at 200 and 300 level
At least 75 points must be at 300 level
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Apply by 23 Jun 2025 to start 7 Jul 2025
Now you’ve chosen a degree, you need to do a bit of planning. Find out what courses you need to take to complete a Bachelor of Global Studies (BGS).
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Degree requirements
For this degree you’ll need to:
Complete four core courses:
Include one of
Choose a language and include three language courses from
Satisfy the requirements for at least two Global Studies minors (see Minor requirements below)
Include a further 60 points.
Important information
- You can include Te Tīmatanga/Introduction to Māori Language (MAOR 101) as your required MAOR option if Māori is not your chosen language for the Bachelor of Global Studies.
- For more programme details and requirements, see the University Calendar. It’s an annual publication and an authoritative source for planning your degree.
Minor requirements
See what the course requirements are for each of the available minor subjects within the Bachelor of Global Studies.
Area and Cultural studies
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
Cultures and Identities
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
Environment and Sustainability
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
Ethical Leadership and Intercultural Communication
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
Global Health and Wellbeing
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
Globalisation, Movement and Change
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
Human Rights, Justice and Peace
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
World Affairs and Organisations
For this minor you’ll need to:
Complete 60 points, including 15 points at 300-level, from:
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