Duration
Full-time: 4 years
Next start date
2023 Semester One – 27 February
2024 Semester One – 26 February
Available locations
City
Points
540
Programme type
Undergraduate

Programme overview

New and emerging technologies have brought the world closer together. Cultural, ethical and political implications of emerging products, services and technologies need to be considered during all phases of development. The BDes/BGlobalSt conjoint will expand your approach to design solutions and the way they can be implemented around the world.

While exploring cultural interactions, learning a language and engaging with global politics, you will discover how design and prototyping benefit from being informed by international contexts.

You will learn how to think critically, build strong intercultural communication skills and develop new ways of thinking about the world. This knowledge will be valuable in any organisation operating internationally.

Programme structure

The BDes/BGlobalSt usually takes four years to complete.

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

  • 255 points from BDes courses:
    • 165 points BDes core courses
    • 90 points from BDes elective courses
  • 255 points from BGlobalSt courses
  • 15 points from General Education
  • 15 points from courses available for any programme

In your Design component, alongside design foundation courses and studio practice, you will build your own study plan of six elective courses from our four design themes:

  • Design and Local Community Practices
  • Design and Global Challenges
  • Design and Business
  • Design and Emerging Technologies

In your final year, you will undertake a capstone design research project, working from the initial discovery phase right through to testing and implementation.

In your Global Studies component you will choose from one of four majors:
Global Environment and Sustainable Development
Global Politics and Human Rights
International Relations and Business
Transnational Cultures and Creative Practice

You will also take core courses in Global Studies and study a language and a related area of the world. To find out more, see the Bachelor of Global Studies.

You will probably enrol in nine 15-point courses (135 points) each year if you want to complete in four years. You need to maintain a Grade Point Average of 3.5 each year to continue with your conjoint.

Most students need to take one or two General Education courses.

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

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

2022 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
    210

    16 credits in each of three subjects from the NCEA approved list. Study of an additional language is encouraged. 

  • Qualification
    CIE Cambridge International Examinations
    Score required
    230

    Study of an additional language is encouraged. 

  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate
    Score required
    28

    Study of an additional language is encouraged. 

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.

Further requirements

You must have completed one semester of successful bachelors 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.

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. Your CIE score (rank score) will be calculated based on your AS and A Level results.

  • Qualification
    IB International Baccalaureate Diploma
    Score required
    28
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less than 6.0
     

    See alternative English language requirements

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

    No bands less than 6.0
     

    See alternative English language requirements

  • Qualification
    CIE
    Score required
    230
    Qualification
    IELTS Academic International English Language Testing System
    Score required
    6.5

    No bands less than 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

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.

Other pathways to study

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

For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

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

2022 fees

Domestic students
NZ$7,022.70 – $9,366.30*
International students
NZ$49,433*

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 $8.16 per point, estimated at $5,385.60 for full-time study (660 points). Fees will be confirmed upon completion of enrolment into courses.

*Please note: amounts shown are indicative and estimates only.

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Student loans and allowances

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Cost of living

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see 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.

Application closing dates

Semester One 2020
8 December 2019

Start dates

Here are the start dates for the programme.

Other important dates

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How to apply

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For all official programme information, including regulations about entry, enrolment, fees, examinations, and requirements for degrees, diplomas and certificates, see the University Calendar.

Where could this programme take you?

With new technologies come rapid and often unforeseen changes across all industries. Organisations are increasingly turning to employees who are confident and capable of interacting in multicultural contexts. A combination of creative problem solving and socio-cultural understanding will make you a valuable contributor to organisations dedicated to customer experience and interaction as they explore new markets.

Jobs related to this programme

  • Business consultant
  • Campaign manager
  • Community and stakeholder liaison officer
  • Design strategist
  • Experience designer
  • International adviser
  • Policy analyst
  • Service designer

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