Overview

Gain a new understanding of the world and the people who live in it. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Te Herenga Waka— Victoria University of Wellington is ranked in the top 1 percent worldwide for Arts and Humanities in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

The QS World University Rankings is an annual global publication that gives overall rankings and subject rankings for more than 15,000 universities worldwide.

Career

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.

The Bachelor of Arts in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages program from Victoria University of Wellington 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 Te Herenga Waka—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.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Language and Communication

Linguistics: The Science of Language

Understanding Language Learning and Teaching

Vocabulary and Grammar for TESOL

Text and Cultural Context

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-11-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-07-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wellington, New Zealand

Disciplines

Teaching English as a Foreign Language View 4 other Bachelors in Teaching English as a Foreign Language in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.You may also be required to demonstrate your proficiency in English.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

40500 NZD / year

≈ 40500 NZD / year

Living costs

Wellington

New Zealand

1000 - 2300 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Career

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Living costs

Wellington

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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