Programme details

Bachelor of Arts

Study Arts to explore a diverse range of topics that reflect your interests, while developing the creativity and adaptability essential for success in today’s evolving employment landscape.

Course description

Utilize the versatility of our Bachelor of Arts program. Your options include a double major—focus on two subjects within your degree. Select from over 35 majors available in the Bachelor of Arts. a second major from a different degree—broaden your academic experience without the need for an additional degree. Choose from over 90 majors offered across the University. You may pursue multiple minors. a conjoint degree—this more rigorous study program allows you to complete two degrees in a shorter timeframe, typically within four years, by necessitating fewer courses.

Most of our degrees can be combined in a conjoint program. elective courses that are not part of your major—these may include courses from other degrees that enhance the breadth of your education. If unsure about which subject to select as your major, our BA program encourages you to explore up to three majors during your first year, enabling you to uncover your interests and build a comprehensive foundation of knowledge before determining your area of specialization.

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree offered by Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is recognized among the top 1 percent globally for Arts and Humanities according to the QS World University Rankings 2025. This program will provide you with valuable insights into various cultures, languages, art, history, politics, and societies, encouraging you to think critically and broaden your perspective on the world.

Specialisations

Art History
Asian Studies
Chinese
Classical Studies
Criminology
Cultural Anthropology
Data Science
Development Studies
Economics
Education
Education for the Environment
Educational Psychology
English Literature
Environmental Humanities
Film
French
Geography
German
Greek
Health Psychology
History
International Relations
Italian
Japanese
Kaitiakitanga
Language Sciences
Latin
Māori Studies
Mathematics
Media Studies
Modern Language Studies
Music
Pacific Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychological Science
Public Policy
Sāmoan Studies / Matā‘upu tau Sāmoa
Sociology
Spanish
Study of Religion
Te Reo Māori
Theatre

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

Bachelor of Arts graduates work across nearly every sector of the workforce, with career paths shaped by their chosen major.

Entry requirements

Academic requirement:

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.There could be specific secondary academic prerequisites that depend on the country where the initial education was completed.

Students may also be required to demonstrate proficiency in English. Undergraduate English requirements:

IELTS (Academic): minimum overall score of 6.0 with no sub-score below 5.5; or,
TOEFL: minimum overall score of 80 (internet-based test); or,
PTE: minimum score of 50 (with a ‘Communicative score’ of not less than 42); or,
Victoria University of Wellington English for Academic Purposes (EAP) programme: minimum final scores of 4,4,4,3; or,
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169 or higher, with each skill score no less than 162; or,
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL): Level 4 (Academic); or,
NZAPA: English New Zealand Accredited Pathway Assessment Level 2 (with no skill lower than Level 1)

Credits
360

Duration
3 years

Intakes

Dec, Feb

International fees
approx $33,400 per 120 points

Location

Qualification Type

Study level