Dunedin,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in Global Cultures in Global Studies in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago
University of Otago
|
Dunedin New Zealand
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
34,251
(c. USD19,906.48)
Attendance
Full-time
The Global Studies program offers an interdisciplinary approach, providing students with essential knowledge to tackle globalization's challenges while fostering positive change for a sustainable future. Key elements include personalized guidance, hands-on experience, and career readiness in this rigorous yet fulfilling curriculum. Perfect for driven 'practical visionaries,' the program allows customization through diverse course options tailored to regional specialties and professional goals.
Career prospects
Employers consistently prioritize graduates who can connect broad perspectives to concrete solutions. Global Studies alumni excel in meeting this demand, having honed skills in systematic analysis, critical thinking, multi-perspective evaluation, and innovative problem-solving with agility.
Our alumni pursue dynamic, meaningful careers across various sectors both in New Zealand and internationally.
Opportunities span diverse fields including media and arts, sustainability and advocacy groups, travel sectors, business enterprises, international relations, and public service roles at all government levels.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
For postgraduate applicants you are required to provide scanned copies of your official tertiary education transcripts. High school results are not necessary.
Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand.
A postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma can usually be taken at any time after the completion of your bachelor's degree.
If you hold an honours degree or postgraduate diploma you may be able to eligible for master's study by thesis only. In some cases, if you hold a bachelor's degree you may apply for a coursework master's degree or for master's study by coursework and thesis.
To study a PhD you usually require the completion of a master's degree, or a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in the same area of study, or a related discipline, as your intended area of research.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.
Entrance requirements for postgraduate study vary by programme with most requiring a minimum bachelor-level qualification in the same field, and some having additional requirements such as relevant work experience and/or professional registration in New Zealand.
A postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma can usually be taken at any time after the completion of your bachelor's degree.
If you hold an honours degree or postgraduate diploma you may be able to eligible for master's study by thesis only. In some cases, if you hold a bachelor's degree you may apply for a coursework master's degree or for master's study by coursework and thesis.
To study a PhD you usually require the completion of a master's degree, or a first-class or upper second-class honours degree in the same area of study, or a related discipline, as your intended area of research.
IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.5, no individual band below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 90 and a writing score of 21.
Tuition
NZD
34,251