A BGlobalSt/LLB conjoint allows you to complete a BGlobalSt and an LLB in less time than it would take to complete the two degrees separately.
Our interdisciplinary Global Studies programme will expose you to new ways of thinking about the world, develop your competence in another language, and grow your understanding of other cultures and perspectives.
Our Law programme arms graduates with a skill set that meets the high demands of any legal career.
The BGlobalSt/LLB usually takes five years to complete.
You will need to complete a total of 675 points, consisting of:
In your first year, you will take LAW 121G Law and Society alongside two BGlobalSt courses in Semester One and LAW 131 Legal Method, LAW 141 Legal Foundations and two BGlobalSt courses in Semester Two.
You will continue to take a mix of Law courses and Global Studies courses in each of your second, third, fourth and fifth years. You will also need to include a General Education course in one of these years.
To complete the conjoint within five years, students must undertake a heavier workload than normal. Find more information on LLB degree planning and workloads.
The LLB includes a combination of core courses, and a wide range of elective courses, including Corporate and Commercial, Public, Criminal, International, Family and Environmental Law.
For the Global Studies component, you will choose one major from the three options available:
You will also take core courses in Global Studies, study a language and take courses in area studies. To find out more, see the Bachelor of Global Studies.
Most students need to take one General Education course.
Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.
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.
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.
Minimum of 16 credits in each of three subjects from the NCEA approved subject list. Study of an additional language is encouraged.
Study of an additional language is encouraged.
Study of an additional language is encouraged.
Read more about entry requirements for New Zealand secondary school applicants.
Entry into Part II of Bachelor of Laws conjoints degrees is limited. Please see the Bachelor of Laws entry requirements.
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.
These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.
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.
Transfer of Credit - You can apply for transfer of credit for tertiary courses completed elsewhere as part of your Application for Admission. For more information, please see External transfer of credit.
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.
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
If you're joining us from secondary school, here's what you need to enter the programme.
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.
Minimum requirements listed here are the likely grades required and do not guarantee entry. We assess each application individually and applicants may require a higher grade to be offered a place. Your CIE/GCE A level score is calculated on the best three academic subjects and General Studies cannot be included.
No bands less than 5.5.
No bands less than 5.5.
Entry into Part II of Bachelor of Laws conjoints degrees is limited. Please see the Bachelor of Laws entry requirements.
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.
One year successful bachelor-degree level study at a recognised university (or similar institution) overseas.
These are the likely grades required, but they do not guarantee entry. Applicants may require higher grades to gain entry to this programme.
No bands less than 5.5.
You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:
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 $9.44 per point, estimated at $1,274.40 for full-time study (135 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.
*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.
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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.
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 |
See important dates for the academic year, including orientation, enrolment, study breaks, exams, and graduation.
Applying for an undergraduate programme? Check out our step-by-step guide.
The Bachelor of Global Studies consists of core courses, a major, a language, area studies, General Education, and elective courses. You will need to plan carefully to make sure that you complete all of these elements.
Here is how to structure your conjoint Global Studies degree:
You must take the Stage I core course: GLOBAL 102: Introduction to Global Studies (formerly Global 100).
In your first year, you should take up to three Stage I courses for your chosen major. Pay particular attention to the courses that your major must include and take these first, then complete the rest over the second year of your conjoint degree. You will need to check which semester courses are taught in order to plan successfully. You can find the courses available for your major in the BGlobalSt Schedule available in the Curriculum Catalogue. Take courses that your major must include first.
To complete your BGlobalSt, you need to take the core courses GLOBAL 200 and GLOBAL 300. You need to consider the timing of these courses, as there is a relationship between them. The coursework of GLOBAL 200 includes the preparation of a research project proposal. GLOBAL 300 comprises the writing of that research project. GLOBAL 200 should be taken in the second-to-last year of your conjoint, and GLOBAL 300 should be taken in the final year of your conjoint.
To complete your major, you need 120 points, with at least 45 points at Stage III. Choose two courses at Stage II from the options listed for your chosen major, paying attention to the prerequisites for your desired Stage III courses.
Note: Bachelor of Global Studies conjoint major summary: three courses at Stage I (45 points), two courses at Stage II (30 points), three courses at Stage III (45 points).
Learning an additional language and taking area studies courses are essential components of the Bachelor of Global Studies. By learning another language, you can expand your world view and, by removing barriers to communication, open yourself up to endless new possibilities.
Language study is sequential. You need to complete 4 language courses in two consecutive years during the course of your degree. If you are a beginner, you should start your language study at least two years before your final year, and plan to take two language courses per year if possible. If you have prior knowledge, you should continue your language study in year one, if possible.
You can find the language courses available to you in the BGlobalSt schedule in the Curriculum Catalogue. For Asian and European languages, you need to complete a Language Proficiency Declaration and enrol in one of the beginner-level courses listed in the first instance. You will be placed in a class appropriate to your level. Find out more about first-time enrolment in language courses.
One area study course is required. These are subject to availability. You can find the area studies courses available to you in the BGlobalSt schedule in the Curriculum Catalogue.
You should take one General Education course at any time during your degree. You can choose courses from the Open, Arts, and Business and Economics Schedules. Browse the General Education schedules.
The rule for General Education courses is that you can only choose subjects that you have not already studied or do not plan to study during the course of your degree. Note: A student is exempted from 15 points of General Education if they enrol in and complete one or two semesters of 45 points of study or more on a student exchange programme.
Some BGlobalSt conjoints allow 15 points of elective study in any subject. Choose a course either from the major listings or from elsewhere that enhances a component of your BGlobalSt degree. You can find out whether any elective courses are available to you in the BGlobalSt/LLB schedule in the Curriculum Catalogue.
Variations to this structure are possible but require the approval of the programme director. If you need help at any time, please contact the Global Studies Adviser, Dr Linetto Basilone (linetto.basilone@auckland.ac.nz).
A BGlobalSt/LLB prepares you for a range of exciting careers. You might go on to work in international law, politics and government, the environmental sector, international development, foreign affairs, trade or the creative industries. As part of the Global Studies programme, you will have many opportunities to develop practical employment skills and on-the-job experience through internships, workshops and research projects.
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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