Bachelor of Arts – BA
Explore your passions through a rich variety of subjects and develop the creativity and flexibility needed in the changing job-market. Choose the Victoria University of Wellington Bachelor of Arts.
Gain a new understanding of the world and the people who live in it. Ranked in the top 1 percent worldwide for Arts and Humanities and for Social Science (2019 QS World University Rankings), the Victoria University of Wellington Bachelor of Arts (BA) will give you insights into cultures, languages, art, history, politics, and societies that will challenge your thinking and expand your view of the world.
The job-market is changing fast, with many current jobs predicted to be automated within 10 to 15 years. Gain skills valuable in any workplace—studying for a BA develops your creativity, flexibility, and imagination, while teaching you how to think critically and present an argument. You'll also develop research skills and learn to communicate complex ideas in both speech and writing.
Get your degree in a subject you have a genuine passion for, and set yourself on a path to a fulfilling career. BA graduates are employed in almost every part of the workforce. Your ability to view things from different perspectives—along with your skills in research and analysis—can be applied in a vast array of careers. At Victoria University of Wellington, you'll be encouraged to think about how what you learn can contribute to a progressive, inclusive, and internationally connected society.
41 available majors
Choose major
Art History
Asian Studies
Chinese
Classical Studies
Criminology
Cultural Anthropology
Data Science
Development Studies
Economics
Education
Education and Psychology
English Literature
Film
French
Geography
German
Greek
History
International Relations
Italian
Japanese
Latin
Linguistics
M?ori Resource Management
M?ori Studies
Mathematics
Media Studies
Modern Language Studies
Music
Pacific Studies
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Public Policy
Religious Studies
Samoan Studies / Mat?‘upu tau S?moa
Sociology
Spanish
Te Reo M?ori
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Theatre
Campus Information
Kelburn campus
Kelburn campus is the heart of the first-year experience—get access to student support, admin offices, the Central Library and five Faculties.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
- Nov
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Wellington Careers and Employment
Get connected with employers and the community and prepare for your future employment. Develop your skills and experiences through our programmes and launch your career with confidence.
CV checks
Get your CV checked at a drop-in session.
Talk to someone
Make an appointment for one-to-one guidance with a careers consultant.
Network with employers
Explore your career possibilities and network with potential employers at our expos and other upcoming events.
Employers
Engage with us to build your organisation’s profile on campus and connect with our talented students and graduates.
Graduate recruitment
We host a number of graduate recruitment events throughout the year, where you can meet potential employers and find out about jobs and internships.
PSW Opportunity
- During study, all students on a student visa can work up to 20 hours per week during semester and full time during vacations.
- After completing Level 7 Bachelor’s Degree or Higher Qualification, a student will get a three years open post-study work visa.
- After completing Level 8 Post Graduate courses of 1 year, students get 1 year PSW.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
95400 NZD
Annual Cost of Living: 20000 NZD
Application Fee: N/A
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