BA - Sociology in Auckland New Zealand | University of Auckland

The Bachelor of Arts program offers the flexibility to pursue your passions across diverse academic disciplines. You'll have access to an extensive selection of study options designed to accommodate various interests and professional aspirations. Your BA education will equip you with adaptable knowledge and competencies to navigate evolving career landscapes. Developing transferable skills like effective communication and innovative problem-solving will prepare you for diverse opportunities in our rapidly changing workforce. Enhance your professional readiness by selecting from our specialized, theme-oriented elective modules. Opting for a double major provides concentrated expertise while broadening your capabilities. The program allows you to sample different subjects before committing to your two primary specializations. Alternatively, you can combine your BA with another qualification through our conjoint degree options to explore interdisciplinary fields.

Sociology within the BA encompasses four primary thematic areas. As a Sociology major, you can navigate between these groupings to focus on courses aligned with your interests. Cultural Sociology examines symbolic systems and representations, particularly in media contexts. Applied Sociology and Social Policy investigates institutional and community responses to social issues, with emphasis on health and wellness. Power and Resistance analyzes societal structures governing human behavior and their challenges, especially regarding sexuality and relationships. Comparative Sociology studies societies across global, regional, and historical contexts, covering topics from Pacific regional organizations to cross-cultural perspectives on mortality.