Overview

Key Facts and Outcomes

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. Political Science 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 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.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cabinet Government

The Pacific Islands after 1945

New Zealand Political History

Special Topic: Politics and International Relations of the Middle East

International Relations Theory: World Order and its Critics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-26 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-12-18 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-07-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-06-20 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2024-11-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-09-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Political Science View 22 other Bachelors in Political Science in New Zealand

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Victoria University of Wellington and/or in New Zealand, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

Successful completion of your general secondary education and successful completion of one year of undergraduate degree study at a recognised tertiary institution (min. GPA may be required)

Successful completion of the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation Studies Programme OR other recognised foundation programme
Achievement of the International Baccalaureate Diploma (min. 24 points) OR equivalent internationally recognised high school qualification

Tuition Fee

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International

30550 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30550 NZD per year during 36 months.
National

7066 NZD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7066 NZD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Wellington

1000 - 2300 NZD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Political Science.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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