Duration
Full-time: 4 years
Next start date
2027 Semester One – 1 March
2028 Semester One – 28 February
Available locations
City, Grafton
Points
540
Programme type
Undergraduate

Programme overview

Expose yourself to new ways of thinking about the world. A Bachelor of Global Studies and Bachelor of Health Sciences conjoint enables you to combine one of three majors in the BGlobalSt with a broad range of health science enquiries.

You will learn to apply core population health principles in disease prevention, health policy and promotion, mental health and addiction care, and population health nutrition. You will address specific health problems in the community while aligning these issues within a global framework.

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Programme structure

The BGlobalSt/BHSc usually takes four years to complete.

You will need to complete a total of 540 points, consisting of:

  • 255 points from BGlobalSt courses
  • 270 points from BHSc courses
  • 15 points General Education*

*The first year of your Health Sciences programme will include a set of compulsory courses that are the same for all students; this includes the faculty WTR course.

You must meet the requirements of the Population Health major for the BHSc component of your conjoint. You can choose from five different pathways to structure your courses in this component:

  • Health Promotion
  • Mental Health and Addictions
  • Population Health Nutrition
  • Health Systems
  • Health Information and Analysis

For the Global Studies component, you will choose one major from the options available:

Global Environment and Sustainable Development

Global Politics and Human Rights

International Relations and Business

You will also take core courses in Global Studies and study a language and a related area of the world. See the Bachelor of Global Studies.

Students usually enrol in eight 15-point courses (120 points) each year. However, if you want to complete in four years, you can enrol in nine 15-point courses (135 points) each year (including Summer School). Note that enrolling in five courses in one semester is not advisable for Global Studies students.

You need to maintain a Grade Point Average of 3.5 each year to continue with your conjoint.

Most students need to take one General Education course.

Students should also be aware of the University’s Academic English Language Requirement.

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

2026 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.

  1. First, you must meet the University Entrance (UE) standard.
  2. You must also meet the rank score for this programme. Not sure about your rank score? Use our rank score calculator.
  3. You may need to have studied certain subjects or achieved credits in particular subjects.
  4. 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.

  • Qualification
    NCEA National Certificate of Educational Achievement
    Score required
    250

    BHSc requirement: a minimum of 18 credits in one subject of Classical Studies, English, Geography, History, History of Art, Social Studies or Te Reo Māori (or Te Reo Rangatira) and a minimum of 18 credits in one subject of Biology, Chemistry or Physics.

    BGlobalSt requirement: a minimum of 16 credits in each of three subjects from the NCEA approved subject list. Study of an additional language is encouraged.

  • Qualification
    CIE Cambridge International Examinations
    Score required
    300

    BHSc requirement: Including one of Classical Studies, English, Geography or History at A level and one of Biology, Chemistry or Physics at A level.

    BGlobalSt requirement: Study of an additional language is encouraged.

  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate
    Score required
    33

    BGlobalSt requirement: Study of an additional language is encouraged.

Read more about entry requirements for New Zealand secondary school applicants.

Further requirements

Applicants must meet the requirements of each conjoint component.

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.

Guaranteed grade 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.

Further requirements

You must have a minimum of one semester (usually 6 months) of full-time study in an undergraduate degree programme from a recognised university (or similar institution), with a minimum GPA or GPE of 5.0 or higher, either across your last semester of full-time study, or across your entire degree so far.

A rank order will then be established based on academic performance (based on GPA). Places will be offered to the highest ranking applicants until the programme limit is reached.

The number of places available is dependent on the number of places filled by school leaver, Certificate of Health Sciences, and Tertiary Foundation Certificate applicants, who are guaranteed a place if they meet the requirements.

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

Other pathways to study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

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.

  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate Diploma
    Score required
    33
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less the 6.0

    See alternative English language requirements

  • Qualification
    CIE Cambridge International Examinations
    Score required
    300
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less the 6.0

    See alternative English language requirements

  • Qualification
    GCE A Level General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level
    Score required
    ABB
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less the 6.0

    See alternative English language requirements

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. 

See information about prior tertiary study requirements

Guaranteed grade 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.

Other pathways to study

You could be eligible for another programme, or check out these alternative pathways:

For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

How much does a Bachelor of Global Studies / Bachelor of Health Sciences Conjoint cost per year?

2026 fees

Domestic students
NZ$9,369*
International students
NZ$58,667*

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 $5,097.60 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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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

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.

Start dates

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How to apply

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For detailed information about a specific programme, including its courses and regulations, visit the Curriculum Catalogue. For the general university requirements for admission, enrolment and fees, visit the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

A BGlobalSt/BHSc prepares you for a range of exciting careers. You could work in international research and development, politics and government, environmental and health sectors, foreign affairs or health promotion and education.

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