- Duration
- Full-time: 4 years
- Part-time: Varies
- Next start date
- 2024 Semester One – 26 February
- 2024 Semester Two – 15 July
- Available locations
- City
- Points
- 540
- Programme type
- Undergraduate
Programme overview
This conjoint brings together the specialised Communication pathway with the diverse and adaptable outlook of the BA. You’ll learn how to analyse ideas and issues, and then communicate and express these concepts to others.
The variety of subjects available enables you to design a degree that fits your interests and career goals. You can combine a BC focus in social change, technology or leadership with your choice of BA majors, from Criminology and Politics to History and languages.
Programme structure
The BA/BC usually takes four years to complete. You would probably enrol in nine 15-point courses (135 points) each year if you wanted to complete in four years. Students complete a total of 540 points, comprising:
- 255 points from BC courses
- 255 points from BA courses
- 15 points from General Education
- 15 points from courses available for any programme
Students select one major for the BC component:
Students also follow a common programme of study, which provides them with key communication skills and knowledge in areas such as communication research, ethics, visual communication, and communication in Māori and Pacific contexts.
Most students need to take one or two General Education courses.
Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.
Subjects available in this programme
- AcademicEngStudiesandLinguisti
- Anthropology
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Chinese
- Classical St & Ancient History
- Communication & Social Change
- Communication and Technology
- Communication in Leadership
- Criminology
- Drama
- Economics
- Education
- EmploymentRelations&OrgStudies
- English
- European Studies
- French
- Gender Studies
- Geography
- German
- History
- Japanese
- Korean
- Latin
- Linguistics
- Logic and Computation
- Mathematics
- Media and Screen Studies
- Music
- Māori Studies
- Pacific Studies
- Philosophy
- Politics and International Rel
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Spanish
- Statistics
- Tchg Eng to Spkrs of othr Lang
- Theological and Religious St
2024 entry requirements
My highest qualification is from:
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. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
- 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.
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QualificationNCEA National Certificate of Educational AchievementScore required210
Applicants must also meet the selection criteria for the other conjoint component.
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QualificationCIE Cambridge International ExaminationsScore required230
Applicants must also meet the selection criteria of the other conjoint component.
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QualificationIB International BaccalaureateScore required28
Applicants must also meet the selection criteria of the other conjoint component.
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.
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Grade requiredGPA Grade Point Average 3.9
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Grade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 3.9
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.
My highest qualification is from this country or region:
Secondary school qualifications
If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme.
You need to have one of the following:
- International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum total score of 24.
- General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level. You must have completed a minimum of three A-Level subjects.
- Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). You must have completed a minimum of three A-level subjects.
GCE ‘A’ Level requirements apply to ‘A’ Level qualifications examined by bodies such as AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC, CCEA and Pearson Education Limited taken outside of New Zealand.
Guaranteed grade, subject and other requirements
These are the grades required for guaranteed entry to this programme. If your grades are slightly lower, we encourage you to still apply. We will consider your application if places are available.
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QualificationIB International Baccalaureate DiplomaScore required28QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.0
No bands less than 5.5
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QualificationCIE Cambridge International ExaminationsScore required230QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.0
No bands less than 5.5
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QualificationGCE A Level General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced LevelScore requiredBBCQualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.0
No bands less than 5.5
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 if you meet these requirements.
You need to have the following:
One year successful bachelor-degree level study at a recognised university (or similar institution) overseas.
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.
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Grade requiredGPE Grade Point Equivalent 3.9
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QualificationIELTS Academic International English Language Testing SystemScore required6.0
No bands less than 5.5
Other pathways to study
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
- Bridge your educational gap with a preparation and foundation programme.
- If you have an offer of place from us that is conditional on meeting English language requirements, you may be considered for English Pathway courses from the University of Auckland English Language Academy (ELA)
How much does a Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Communication Conjoint cost per year?
2023 fees
- Domestic students
- NZ$7,105.20 – $7,606.80*
Fees are set in advance of each calendar year and will be updated on this website. Fees are inclusive of 15% GST, but do not include the Student Services Fee, course books, travel and health insurance, or living costs. Amounts shown are indicative only. In addition to the tuition fees, there is a Student Services Fee of $8.38 per point, estimated at $4,525.20 for full-time study (540 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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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 2024
- 8 December 2023
- Semester Two 2024
- 4 July 2024
Start dates
Here are the start dates for the programme.
| Semester One | Starts – 27 February |
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| Ends – 26 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 17 July |
| Ends – 13 November |
| Semester One | Starts – 26 February |
|---|---|
| Ends – 24 June | |
| Semester Two | Starts – 15 July |
| Ends – 11 November |
Other important dates
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How to apply
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Where could this programme take you?
With a BA/BC, you’ll develop a range of transferable skills to equip yourself for the fast-changing job market, including creative thinking, research, writing, public speaking, critical thinking, leadership, cultural competency, and more. You can apply these skills across the not-for-profit, corporate, local and national government sectors.
Jobs related to this programme
- Business development coordinator
- Content producer
- Digital communications specialist
- English language teacher
- Journalist
- Marketing or advertising executive
- Policy advisor
- Public relations specialist
Student career planning service
Once you become a student at the University, you can get help with planning and developing your career from Career Development and Employability Services.
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